Service Technician, Marine

MacGregor – Let's shape the future together

Are you eager to build a career within the marine and offshore service sector? Do you enjoy practical, hands-on maintenance, repairs, and equipment upgrades? 

As a Service Technician, our entry level role, you will support inspections, maintenance, and repair tasks across both MacGregor and third-party systems, including cranes, winches, hatch covers, steering gears and RoRo equipment. Working under the guidance and direct mentorship of Senior Engineers, you will concentrate on carrying out routine preventive maintenance and get to know our equipment.

This role requires extensive European travel to client sites, shipyards, and vessels. Given our global client base, high flexibility is essential. Our office is in Trieste for local assignments, so living within reach is required.

What you’ll be doing

• Perform supervised service activities such as refurbishment, upgrades, inspections, preventative maintenance and corrective actions
• Hands-on work with mechanical, hydraulic and electrical systems
• Working from technical drawings and manuals and using standard tools and diagnostic equipment
• Preparing service reports and other documentation
• Working closely with experienced engineers and colleagues across MacGregor’s European service network
• Ensure that all activities comply with the Integrated Management System (IMS), QHSE and other rules and requirements according to MacGregor standards

Who are we looking for?

We welcome applicants who are in the beginning of their career from a variety of technical backgrounds, including mechanical maintenance, electrical work, hydraulics, industrial equipment, shipyards, manufacturing, automotive, or heavy machinery.

Seeking motivated, hands-on individuals who are eager to learn, travel, and build a long-term career in an international company. Do you have a technical education and practical background in mechanical, electrical, or hydraulic systems? This role is a great step stone.

Ideally, you have:

• An apprenticeship, technical diploma or degree in mechanical, electrical, hydraulic or another relevant technical field
• Up to 2 years of hands-on technical experience
• Basic ability to read technical drawings and manuals
• Ability to use standard hand tools, precision measuring instruments, and basic diagnostic equipment
• A practical mindset and willingness to learn
• Proficient English skills for effective on-site communication and reporting
• Must hold a valid driving licence
• Willingness and adaptability to travel extensively throughout Europe, including multi-week and overnight trips

Why MacGregor?

Joining the newly established Trieste Service Hub offers a unique opportunity to grow with a new team, influence hub operations, work on complex and innovating equipment, gain global experience, and build expertise via MacGregor Academy.

Our people are behind every success. People create the technology and product lifecycle solutions that make us great, our people are the ones who innovate, and people drive our business forward. With us you will be part of an international collaborative working culture with challenges and opportunities to further develop yourself professionally. 

MacGregor is an equal opportunity employer. We recognise that diversity is key to our continued success and strive to maintain a fair and equitable recruitment process for all applicants.

Additionally, we offer:

• Permanent, full-time employment
• €35,000–€38,000 gross annual base salary, depending on experience and skills
• Daily travel allowance when working away from base
• Welfare vouchers and food vouchers
• Professional technical training and development
• International exposure and career opportunities

Ready for your next challenge?

If you are ready to step into an exciting new role where you can make a significant impact and contribute to the success of our new Service hub, apply today! 

Please submit your CV/application in English.