The Electro-Technical Officer (ETO) will be responsible for the operation, inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of all electrical, electronic, automation and control systems onboard the vessel.
The role ensures the reliability and operational readiness of critical vessel equipment, including power generation and distribution, propulsion, Dynamic Positioning (DP) interfaces, navigation and communication systems, in compliance with applicable maritime regulations, safety standards and the vessel's Planned Maintenance System (PMS).
Key Responsibilities
Electrical Systems: Maintain, inspect and troubleshoot onboard electrical installations, including generators, switchboards, transformers, motors, circuit breakers, motor control centres, variable frequency drives (VFDs), emergency power supplies and UPS systems.
DP and Propulsion Systems: Support the maintenance, testing and troubleshooting of DP-related electrical and electronic systems, power management systems, thruster controls, position reference interfaces and associated redundancy arrangements.
Automation and Instrumentation: Diagnose and rectify faults involving PLCs, sensors, instrumentation, machinery monitoring systems, alarm panels, automation networks and electronic control equipment.
Navigation and Communication: Support routine inspections, maintenance and first-line troubleshooting of navigation and communication equipment, including radar, GPS/GNSS, AIS, gyrocompass and GMDSS-related systems, within authorized maintenance arrangements.
Planned Maintenance: Execute preventive and corrective maintenance activities in accordance with the vessel's PMS, manufacturer specifications and approved maintenance schedules.
Fault Management: Identify, troubleshoot and promptly report electrical and electronic equipment defects, implementing corrective actions to minimize operational disruptions and vessel downtime.
Safety and Compliance: Ensure compliance with the vessel's Safety Management System (SMS), electrical safety procedures, Permit-to-Work, lockout/tagout requirements, STCW, SOLAS, flag-state and classification society requirements.
Technical Documentation: Maintain accurate maintenance records, electrical test results, defect reports, equipment histories and technical handover documentation.
Spare Parts Management: Monitor electrical and electronic spare parts inventory, identify critical spares and raise timely requisitions with accurate technical specifications and OEM references.
Technical Coordination: Liaise with the Chief Engineer, Master, shore-based Technical Department, OEM representatives and service providers to resolve equipment issues and support vessel inspections, audits and DP trials.
Qualifications
HND/B.Sc./B.Eng. in Electrical, Electronic, Marine Electrical Engineering or related discipline, or an equivalent recognized technical qualification.
Valid STCW Electro-Technical Officer Certificate of Competency (CoC), Regulation III/6, with applicable flag-state recognition/endorsement.
Valid STCW Basic Safety Training and applicable security certification.
Valid seafarer's medical fitness certificate and required seafarer documentation.
Relevant offshore safety certification, where required by the vessel's charterer or operating location.
Minimum of 5 years' relevant marine electrical/electronic maintenance experience, preferably with at least three years in an ETO or equivalent shipboard role.
Previous experience onboard offshore support vessels, preferably DP-capable vessels.
Proven hands-on experience in troubleshooting marine electrical power generation, distribution, protection and control systems.
Sound knowledge of DP system interfaces, power management, propulsion/thruster control systems and electrical redundancy principles.
Practical experience with PLCs, automation systems, instrumentation, VFDs and electronic fault diagnostics.
Ability to interpret electrical drawings, wiring diagrams, equipment manuals and technical specifications.
Familiarity with PMS, marine safety procedures, technical reporting and equipment defect management.
Strong Preference:
Candidates with valid ETO certification, proven hands-on marine electrical troubleshooting experience, DP vessel exposure and demonstrated competence in power management, automation and propulsion control systems.
Additional Information:
The remuneration package is competitive, along with other benefits.