We are looking for a hands-on and technically proficient Marine ICT Engineer to manage the IT and Communication infrastructure across our fleet. Based in Singapore, you will provide critical support for vesselnetworks, satellite communications (VSAT/L-Band), and onboard serverinfrastructure.
The ideal candidate bridges the gap between traditional maritime operations and modern enterprise IT, ensuring our vessels remain connected, cyber-secure, and compliant with global regulations.
Key Responsibilities
1. Vessel Communication Systems (Satcom)
- Manage and maintain marine satellite communication systems (VSAT, FBB, Iridium, Starlink) ensuring high availability for business and crew welfare.
- Coordinate with HQ and airtime providers to troubleshoot bandwidth issues, antenna blockages, or signal degradation.
- Configure and maintain VoIP and SIP telephony systems on board.
2. Network& Infrastructure Management
- Design, deploy, and maintain vessel Local Area Networks (LAN), VLANs, and Wi-Fi infrastructure in complex steel environments.
- Configure firewalls (e.g., Fortinet) to strictly segregate Business, Crew, and OT (Operational Technology) networks.
- Manage onboard servers, virtualization (VMware), and backup solutions (Veeam).
3.Cybersecurity & Compliance
- Implement and enforce IMO 2021 Cyber Risk Management guidelines across the fleet.
- Perform regular security audits, patch management, and anti-virus updates for all onboard endpoints.
- Perform weekly checks of the vessels CCTV system followed by the relevant reports to HQ.
4. Technical Support & Deployment
- Provide Tier 2/3 remote support to Captains and Crew regarding IT issues.
- Physically attend vessels in Singapore (anchorage/terminals) for installations, health checks, and emergency repairs.
- Manage the procurement, configuration, and shipping of IT hardware to vessels.
- Requirements
- Technical Skills
Satcom Expertise: Hands-on experience with hardware from Intellia, KVH, Cobham (Sailor), or Orbit.
- Networking: Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, Subnetting, SD-WAN, and firewall policies. CCNA certification is highly desirable.
Systems Administration: Proficiency in Windows Server (2016/2019/2022), Active Directory, and Microsoft 365 administration.
- Hardware: Experience troubleshooting PCs, printers, and IoT devices in maritime environments.
- Professional Experience
- Minimum 3-5 years of experience in Maritime IT or a System Integrator (SI) focusing on the shipping industry.
- Proven experience working independently on-board vessels.
- Other Requirements
- Must be eligible to work in Singapore.
- Willingness to travel to shipyards or other ports globally if required (approx. 10-20% travel).
- Ability to work flexible hours to accommodate vessels in different time zones.
- Physical fitness to board vessels via launch boat and climb gangways/pilot ladders safely.
- What We Offer
- Competitive salary and performance bonus.
- Transport allowance for vessel attendance.
- Medical insurance and dental coverage.
