Field Service Technician - System Electronics (Ireland)

About us

Our purpose is simple, to save lives at sea. This is your opportunity to be part of a cutting-edge technical team in Ireland. The RNLI puts it’s equipment through some of the most severe conditions, so precision, attention to detail and high-quality workmanship is paramount.

About you

We are looking for a minimum NFQ (National Framework Qualification)/ Level 3 NVQ, City & Guilds, HNC. Or, equivalent in a mechanical engineering discipline which should also include electrical elements. Ideally having a completed a time-served apprenticeship in a marine or vehicle-based engineering position. The ability to work as part of a team and your own initiative will be key for a first fix approach in order to return RNLI search and rescue assets back on service as soon as possible. Part of your duties as a Systems Technician will include trials of existing and repaired equipment so you will need to demonstrate excellent fault finding and attention to detail in Electronic and Electrical repairs and maintenance.

Development and training will be provided to ensure your skills and knowledge can be utilised fully. We have a broad and interesting range of equipment needing to be supported and we welcome enquiries from suitably qualified Technicians working within the following sectors:

• Commercial / Leisure Marine maintenance/ Service / Repair
• Aircraft industry / Avionics Maintenance / Service / Repair
• Auto electrics / EV Maintenance / Service / Repairs
• Military / Navy Communications maintenance / Service / Repair

Your role 

You will become part of a professional team working with Lifeboat Station Mechanics, Lifeguards, Contractors and other technical staff to carry out planned maintenance, fault diagnosis and defect repair on Electronic and Electrical / Mechanical equipment across the Irish Region. You should have a desire to stay current in the use of existing technology and a willingness to learn and be involved in the roll out and assessment of new equipment which is constantly changing within the RNLI’s search and rescue assets.

Some of the benefits

• circa €44,000 (dependent on experience)
• A vehicle will be made available for you to carry out your duties
• 26 days’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Outstanding pension scheme (contributions of up to 16% of basic salary)
• Life assurance
• Private Medical Insurance
• Training on specific equipment and development opportunities provided

This post requires a valid driving licence. Driving licence B+E for towing and a forklift licence are beneficial but not essential. If required training will be provided for this. You will be mainly supporting stations from Clogherhead around to Baltimore, including LoughDerg but may have to work at other locations within Ireland. 

Other organisations may call this role: Marine Mechanical and Electrical Engineering or Marine Mechanical and Electrical Engineering (Training Provided).

As this is a sea-going appointment, you will need to satisfy the Institution's medical and eyesight standards.

Safeguarding

The RNLI is committed to safeguarding; protecting a person’s health, wellbeing, and human rights, enabling them to live free from harm, abuse, and neglect. We expect all employees and volunteers to share this commitment and have a zero-tolerance approach. The suitability of all prospective employees and volunteers will be assessed during the recruitment process in line with this commitment. This will include relevant criminal record checks being carried out dependent on the eligibility of the role. (England & Wales; DBS check, Scotland; Disclosure Scotland PVG, Northern Ireland; Access NI, Republic of Ireland; Garda Vetting; International, International Child Protection Certificate process).

Diversity at the RNLI

Our staff and volunteers have been saving lives at sea without prejudice for 200 years. We respect and value diversity of background, skills and perspectives within our teams, and consider it essential to help us deliver a world-class lifesaving service. We are an inclusive organisation and welcome applications from everyone. In addition to having the skills needed for the role, we also look for applicants who share our commitment to living our RNLI values (trustworthy, courageous, selfless, and dependable), and helping us work towards Our Vision: To save Every One.