Junior Electrical/Communications Technician

Emirates Team New Zealand is looking for a Junior Electrical/Communications Technician to help ensure our sailors stay connected. This role sits at the intersection of engineering and performance, supporting the sailing team, Electronics and IT departments to maintain reliable, race-ready communication hardware. From assembling and servicing headsets to troubleshooting audio wiring and RF systems, the successful candidate will play a key role in keeping our gear functioning at its best. You'll also assist the electronics department with broader onboard systems, gaining exposure to a range of marine electrical work.

Whether soldering in the workshop or fault-finding on the dock, you'll need to work independently and as part of a tight-knit team, solving problems calmly and efficiently in high-pressure environmentsResponsibilitiesWorking with the sailing team and IT department to ensure comms hardware is working at its bestMaintaining sailor headsetsAssembling new comms hardwareAssisting the electronics department where requiredRequirementsExperience in the electrical engineering fieldAbility to work independently and part of a teamUnderstanding of audio wiringManual dexterity, including soldering and toolsFault finding on electrical/electronic wiring systems, basic IT networks, and cable systemsBasic knowledge of RF communication systemsTroubleshooting and debugging abilityBenefitsWork as part of a sports team competing for the oldest sporting trophy still being contested! Learn about the tools and technologies used on the cutting edge of the marine industryJoin a workplace where everyone is enthusiastic about their job and driven to perform at their highest potentialTemporary relocation to Naples, ItalyApplications close on Sunday 28th of September.