A specialist company operating within the shipmanagement and offshore projects sector is working with GRS Recruitment to recruit an Electrician for its Limassol-based operations. This is a hands-on position involving electrical maintenance, fault diagnosis and repair across managed vessels and shore-based facilities. Working under the technical direction of the Electrical Superintendent, the successful candidate will be involved in planned and corrective maintenance, vessel repairs, installations and technical projects, with occasional overseas travel as operational requirements demand.
If you have practical electrical experience within a marine, industrial or similar operational environment and are looking for an opportunity within the shipping industry, we would like to hear from you.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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Inspect, test, maintain and repair electrical systems, equipment and installations across managed vessels and shore-based facilities.
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Carry out planned and corrective maintenance, electrical repairs, installations and modifications in accordance with company procedures and technical specifications.
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Diagnose and resolve electrical faults and equipment failures, escalating complex, recurring or safety-critical issues to the Electrical Superintendent.
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Read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, technical specifications and manufacturers' documentation.
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Assist with electrical surveys, vessel repairs, dry-dockings and other technical projects as required.
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Identify electrical defects and spare parts requirements, reporting findings and recommendations to the Electrical Superintendent.
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Maintain accurate maintenance records, inspection reports, test results and documentation of completed work.
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Provide practical instruction and guidance to the Assistant Electrician when required, monitoring delegated activities and reporting any concerns.
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Liaise with vessel personnel, contractors and external service providers undertaking approved electrical work.
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Ensure electrical tools, testing equipment, materials and work areas are maintained in a safe, clean and serviceable condition.
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Follow company procedures, risk assessments, permit-to-work requirements, electrical isolation procedures and applicable health and safety standards.
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Promptly report electrical hazards, equipment defects, incidents and unsafe working conditions.
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Undertake any other reasonable duties relevant to the position.
CANDIDATE PROFILE
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Recognised vocational, trade or technical qualification in Electrical Installation, Electrical Engineering, Marine Electrical Engineering or a related electrical discipline.
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Relevant practical experience in electrical installation, maintenance, testing and fault diagnosis, ideally within a marine, shipping, industrial or comparable operational environment.
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Good working knowledge of electrical systems, safe isolation practices and applicable electrical safety requirements.
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Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, technical specifications and manufacturers' documentation.
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Competent in the safe use of electrical tools and testing and diagnostic equipment.
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Proficient in both English and Greek.
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Valid driving licence.
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Clean criminal record.
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Ability to work well under pressure, with a practical and solution-focused approach.
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Flexible regarding working hours, including occasional work outside normal office hours and overseas travel when required.
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Must currently reside in Cyprus and have the legal right to live and work in Cyprus without requiring an entry permit or employer-sponsored work permit.
SALARY & BENEFITS
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€22,800 - €31,200 Gross Per Annum
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Working hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00–17:00.
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Provident fund scheme after six months.
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Group private medical insurance.
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Additional holiday entitlement based on length of service, increasing after three years.
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Wellness benefit.
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Additional company benefits.
Due to the high volume of applications, we receive at GRS Recruitment, only shortlisted candidates will be responded to.
To apply for this position, please email your CV to
Ross Pitman, ross@grsrecruitment.com quoting the above job reference or call +357 25 342 736 for further information.
