Fitter Deck - AMI, Indonesia

We are seeking a skilled Fitter Deck to join our Technical Department on a fixed-term contract. As a Fitter Deck, you will be responsible for supporting the maintenance, repair, and reliable operation of deck machinery and associated equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and corrective maintenance, repair, and overhaul of deck machinery and equipment, including cranes, davits, winches, windlasses, mooring equipment, and associated systems.
• Diagnose and assist in resolving mechanical, hydraulic, and basic electrical faults affecting deck machinery and equipment.
• Perform mechanical fitting, dismantling, inspection, repair, reassembly, and testing of equipment and components as required.
• Carry out welding, cutting, and fabrication work to support the maintenance, repair, and modification of deck equipment and structures.
• Inspect deck machinery and equipment to identify wear, damage, defects, or developing faults, reporting findings and taking appropriate corrective action under the direction of the responsible Technical Officer.
• Support the maintenance and testing of lifeboat and tender davits, launching appliances, and associated mechanical equipment.
• Complete assigned deck machinery defects and work orders safely, efficiently, and to the required technical standard.
• Work closely with the Deck Department and other Technical personnel during maintenance, repairs, equipment testing, and operational activities.
• Safely use and maintain workshop machinery, welding equipment, power tools, hand tools, and measuring equipment appropriate to the role.
• Follow all shipboard safety procedures, permit-to-work requirements, risk controls, and safe working practices, including the correct use of personal protective equipment.
• Maintain assigned workshops and work areas in a safe, clean, and organized condition, ensuring tools and equipment are correctly maintained and stored.
• Support the responsible Technical Officer and Technical Stores team in maintaining adequate stocks of spare parts, welding materials, consumables, and maintenance supplies.
• Accurately record completed maintenance, equipment history, and spare parts consumption within the vessel's planned maintenance system (AMOS).
• Assist with urgent repairs and equipment breakdowns as required to support the safe and reliable operation of the vessel.
• Participate fully in assigned emergency duties, safety drills, and shipboard training.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Minimum 12 months' professional experience in a mechanical fitter, maintenance technician, marine fitter, or similar technical trade role.
• Strong practical knowledge of mechanical maintenance, repair, overhaul, and fault-finding on machinery and equipment.
• Experience maintaining and repairing mechanical and hydraulic equipment, including pumps, motors, gearboxes, bearings, brakes, couplings, valves, and associated components.
• Practical experience with deck machinery or lifting equipment, such as cranes, davits, winches, windlasses, or similar equipment, is highly desirable.
• Competent in mechanical fitting, including dismantling, inspection, measurement, component replacement, alignment, reassembly, and testing.
• Practical welding and fabrication skills, with the ability to carry out routine welding, cutting, grinding, fitting, and fabrication work safely and to an appropriate standard.
• Basic practical knowledge of electrical systems and components, with the ability to identify and support fault-finding on equipment within the limitations of the role.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, equipment manuals, mechanical diagrams, and basic electrical or hydraulic schematics.
• Competent in the safe use of hand tools, power tools, workshop machinery, welding equipment, and precision measuring instruments.
• Good fault-finding and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify equipment defects, abnormal operation, and developing mechanical issues.
• Understanding of planned and corrective maintenance practices, including accurate recording of completed work, equipment condition, and parts used.
• Strong awareness of technical safety, permit-to-work requirements, isolation procedures, risk controls, and personal protective equipment.
• Ability to work safely and effectively at height, on open decks, and around machinery and lifting equipment, as required by the position.
• Ability to work independently within assigned responsibilities while following the direction of the responsible Technical Officer.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to work effectively with both Technical and Deck Department personnel in a multicultural shipboard environment.

Benefits

• Take your technical skills to sea in a varied, hands-on role working with a wide range of deck machinery and equipment.
• As a Fitter Deck, you will apply and develop your mechanical, hydraulic, welding, and fabrication skills while maintaining equipment including cranes, davits, winches, and mooring systems.
• Working alongside experienced Technical and Deck teams, you will gain valuable experience with complex marine equipment, strengthen your fault-finding and maintenance capabilities, and further develop your career within an international maritime environment.