
Service Engineer – Elevator
Posted 12 hours ago

Posted 12 hours ago
This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United Arab Emirates (UAE).
• Conduct annual, periodic, and technical assessments of marine elevators
• Execute planned, preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance
• Identify, troubleshoot, and rectify mechanical, electrical, control, and PLC-related issues
• Implement repairs, adjustments, parts replacements, modernization tasks, and major overhauls on elevator systems
• Undertake substantial field work, including traveling cable replacements, wire rope renewals, suspension-related repairs, and necessary testing and inspections
• Safely remove and install cables, properly route and secure them, accurately terminate and connect multiple cores, and carry out electrical and operational testing
• Assist with wire rope renewal processes, which include inspections, adjustments, load test preparations, and post-repair verifications in accordance with relevant standards
• Read and analyze wiring diagrams, technical drawings, schematics, manuals, and service documents
• Maintain precise and detailed service reports, inspection results, parts usage logs, risk observations, and notes on customer communications
• Collaborate closely with Technical, Operations, Project Management, service partners, and vessel crew to facilitate effective job planning and execution
• Proactively identify technical and operational risks and communicate realistic onsite duration, manpower requirements, and job limitations based on the actual scope and vessel conditions
• Adhere to company HSE standards and halt work when conditions are unsafe or if access, tools, manpower, or planning assumptions are inadequate for safe execution
• Provide professional support to customers and vessel crew while ensuring service quality and compliance
• Carry out other job-related responsibilities as assigned
• Diploma or degree in Engineering, preferably in Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation, or Mechanical disciplines
• Professional or vocational certification in elevator engineering is advantageous
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in the elevator industry, including service, troubleshooting, repairs, and inspections
• Proficient in English, both written and spoken; additional regional languages are beneficial
• Capability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team
• Willingness to travel frequently for domestic and international vessel assignments
• Flexibility to work irregular hours based on vessel schedules and port operations
• Medically fit for vessel attendance, offshore roles, and physically demanding tasks
• Comfortable working at heights, in confined machinery spaces, and in challenging port and onboard environments
• Possess a valid passport and be ready to travel on short notice
• Highly proficient with Google Workspace and contemporary productivity tools
• Valid Light Motor Vehicle driving license
• Competitive remuneration and benefits package aligned with current industry standards
• Opportunity to thrive in a professional, team-oriented, and technically supportive environment
• Direct involvement with advanced offshore and maritime elevator maintenance sectors
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