Holt Recruitment

Field Service Engineer - Marine Electronics

Are you an experienced Field Service Engineer with a passion for satellite communications, datacoms, and marine electronics? This is your opportunity to join a growing, well-established global engineering team delivering cutting-edge maritime and defence technology across the UK and beyond.

You’ll support vessels and clients across commercial, defence, and specialist maritime sectors, ensuring high-quality installation, repair, commissioning, and servicing of critical onboard systems.

Key Responsibilities:

- Conduct field service activities including installations, commissioning, and repairs
- Work on a wide range of Satcom and Datacom equipment, including GMDSS and VSAT systems
- Liaise directly with customers pre- and post-service to ensure excellent technical communication
- Prepare tools, test equipment, and spares for mobilisation
- Deliver clear, detailed technical reports and ensure accurate timesheets and expense records
- Maintain and account for test instruments, company tools, IT equipment, and vehicles
- Carry out GMDSS radio surveys and complete necessary documentation

What We’re Looking For:

- Hands-on experience in Satcom, Datacom, or marine electronics
- Presentable and articulate, confident liaising with customers, including onboard staff and captains
- Clean UK driving licence and valid passport
- GMDSS, GOC, and Offshore Survival (BOSIET/OLF) certification preferred
- Security clearance (SC/DV) eligibility essential due to nature of the role
- Willingness to travel regularly for field service assignments
- Background in IT or engineering-based qualification desirable

What’s On Offer:

- Permanent, full-time position based from Portsmouth
- Competitive salary + annual bonus (based on company and personal performance)
- Pension scheme matched up to 7.5%
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays
- Free on-site parking
- Global travel and technical training

If you’re looking for a challenging and rewarding field-based engineering role in a fast-paced maritime technology environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now to support mission-critical systems that operate on the front lines of marine and defence innovation.




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