Service Engineer – Marine & Offshore Equipment
Location: Travel Required
Industry: Marine / Offshore / Heavy Equipment
Employment Type: Full-Time
About the Role
We are seeking a skilled Service Engineer with a technical background in hydraulics, electrical, or mechanical systems to carry out inspections, repairs, commissioning, and maintenance of marine and offshore equipment worldwide.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform inspections, testing, commissioning, and annual/5-year services on lifeboats, davit/winch systems, and cranes.
- Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical equipment.
- Conduct Safe Job Analysis and comply with all HSE standards.
- Prepare and submit detailed service reports.
- Communicate professionally with service coordination and clients during on-site operations.
- Carry out overhaul, maintenance, and OEM-compliant part replacements.
- Interpret technical documentation such as manuals, schematics, and blueprints.
- Assist production and assembly teams when required.
- Travel internationally to perform service assignments.
- Complete all required internal training and certifications.
What We’re Looking For
- Technical background with proven hydraulic system knowledge.
- Experience within the marine, offshore, or heavy equipment industry.
- Previous hands-on service engineering
- Understanding of cranes, hydraulics, and electrical systems.
- Ability to support multiple product lines and adapt to different equipment types.
- Fluent in English (written and spoken).
- Strong communication and reporting skills.
Physical & Travel Requirements
- Willing and able to travel globally for service projects.
- Ability to lift up to 100 lbs occasionally and work in physically demanding environments.
- Comfortable working at heights and accessing vessels via ladders.
- Ability to stand or sit for extended periods.
- Normal vision and hearing required for safe operations.
Darwin Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Kieran Mead