Service Engineer - Ballast Water Treatment Systems

A Service Engineer (BWTS) is responsible for the field service, inspection, testing, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of ballast water treatment systems on seagoing vessels. The role involves working on-site to ensure compliance with international regulations, such as IMO and USCG requirements.

This position is ideal for candidates passionate about maritime environmental compliance, with hands-on engineering expertise and a problem-solving mindset.

Reporting to: Technical Manager

What you'll do:

• Perform scheduled and preventive maintenance of BWTS components, including filtration units, UV reactors, electrolysis systems, and control panels.
• Check and ensure that the equipment and system operate within the IMO, USCG, regulatory requirements, and relevant standards.
• Test and validate systems and suggest improvements
• Calibrate instruments to maintain accuracy and reliability.
• Identify and resolve system malfunctions (troubleshooting),
• Do repairs and adjustments, replace defective parts, and conduct system upgrades when necessary.
• Provide remote and on-site technical support to vessel crews and ship operators.
• Maintain detailed records of work performed, parts used, and customer interactions.
• Work with project management and technical specialists to plan and do jobs
• Stay safe at all times
• Perform other job-related tasks as assigned

What you need to know and be good at:

• Knowledge of BWTS technologies (UV treatment, electro-chlorination, etc.)
• Experience in commissioning of BWTS
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting abilities.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, schematics, and manuals.
• IMO BWMS Code Familiarisation
• Knowledge of industry standards and safety rules for marine processes
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Eagerness to learn and adapt
• Ability to work well with customers, co-workers, and contractors
• Strong communication skills
• Willingness to travel within the region and internationally

Requirements:

• Professional (Diploma or Bachelor's) degree in engineering or vocational qualification
• 3-5 years of experience in a similar role (preferred)
• Good English communication skills (verbal and written)
• Dutch language skills are a plus but not mandatory
• Flexible working hours: work hours may fluctuate depending on vessel schedules and operational needs, and out-of-hours work will be required.
• Willingness to travel extensively and work onboard vessels or at yards
• Ability to work independently and under pressure in a maritime environment.
• Confident, engaging, and able to build relationships and take calculated risks
• Willingness to learn and develop
• Experience with common productivity tools (like Google Workspace)
• Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills
• Valid EU driving license - type B
• Medically fit for offshore assignments and working at heights

Key strengths:

• Independent and positive with good attention to detail
• Solution-oriented
• Team player
• Dependable and hardworking
• Takes the initiative and is self-motivated
• Organized and able to multitask
• Problem solver
• Flexible working schedule
• Able to write reports and correspondence
• Able to work under pressure and handle multiple priorities and deadlines