Vessel Electrical Engineer

Position: Vessel Electrical Engineer (Shore Based) Job ID: 1873/1 Location: Liverpool (with travel to Belfast) Salary: £40,000–£45,000 DOE Type: Permanent Benefits: 25+ days holiday, private health insurance (including spouse and children under 18, accepting all pre-existing conditions, taxed), 8% employer pension contribution & 8% employee contribution, vehicle provided for business use. HSB Technical Ltd is a specialist recruiter within the Power & Propulsion, Shipbuilding, Maritime Shipping, Energy, and Subsea sectors – visit: www.hsbtechnical.com for a full list of our vacancies. Position Overview The Vessel Electrical Engineer (shore-based) will focus on surveys, fault finding, repairs, and installation of vessel electrical systems across operational vessels, from engine room to bridge. You will be the go-to technical expert for electrical works, ensuring operational vessels remain safe, compliant, and fully functional. Key Duties & Responsibilities • Conduct electrical surveys on vessels, including dockings, overhauls, and routine inspections. • Fault-find, repair, and install vessel electrical systems, covering: • Engine Controls (Deep Sea, Comap, and various other systems) • Power Management Systems (PMS) • Bridge systems including navigation, radar, communication, and other electrical equipment. • Assist with preparation and execution of pre-docking tests and inspections, including reporting and follow-up actions. • Organise and manage parts and spares for repairs and installations. • Maintain clear and effective communication with vessel crew and shore-based management. • Perform preventative maintenance and reactive breakdown response, including occasional weekend/on-call duties. Qualifications & Requirements • Ex-Royal Navy or Ex-Merchant Navy – ETO, RFA preferred. • Minimum 1–3 years’ experience in the marine industry. • Basic understanding of diesel engines and propulsion system controls & monitoring systems. • Experience with engine controls and power management systems. • Competent in fault finding and rectification of electrical and electronic defects. • Able to carry out electrical work, testing surveys, dockings, overhauls, and other repairs. • Excellent command of English, both oral and written. • Fully proficient with computers and applications. • Full clean UK Driving Licence. • Flexibility to travel to Belfast and other locations as required. Working Hours & Environment • Monday–Friday standard hours (on tugs in Liverpool/Belfast). • Some reactive weekend work may be required for broken vessels. • Team size: reporting directly to Technical Superintendent in Liverpool. • Role involves breakdown response, preventative maintenance, and reactive work across vessels. Compensation & Benefits • Salary: £40,000–£45,000 DOE • Overtime: Any extra hours worked are compensated with time off in lieu. • 25+ days holiday. • Private health insurance (includes spouse and children under 18, accepting all pre-existing conditions, taxed). • Pension: 8% employer, 8% employee. • Company vehicle provided for business use. This vacancy is being advertised by HSB Technical Ltd who have been appointed to act as a recruitment partner for this role.