Vacancies for ETO

Modern vessels are fitted with sophisticated electronic and automated systems, so an ETO or Electro-technical Officer is an important member of the Engine Crew who operates, maintains and troubleshoots computer-controlled machinery on board.

ETO’s job profile usually includes:

• working with and repair of electronic equipment such as automated engine room controls, high-voltage systems, pumps and main engine alarm systems;
• keeping ship’s electrical components in order, including lighting systems, emergency batteries, navigational lights and related power circuits;
• fault detection and troubleshooting on the bridge, including maintenance of navigational equipment such as radio systems, echosounders, gyrocompasses, DP systems and similar electronics;
• maintenance of electrical components in cargo systems, cranes and other automated deck equipment.

ETO Salary Expectations

ETO salary still varies by vessel type, but today the market is noticeably stronger than it was years ago. The average ETO salary on Maritime Zone is around USD 6,381/month. In current vacancies on the site, you can see about USD 5,500 - 6,500 on Bulk Carriers, around USD 7,600 on Container Ships, roughly USD 6,700 - 7,000 on Oil Products Tankers, and stronger gas contracts reaching about USD 7,000 - 11,000 on LPG/LNG carriers. General Cargo and smaller coaster-type vessels usually stay at the lower end of the scale.

Offshore fleet also recruits a lot of Electro-technical Officers. Wage rates still vary considerably depending on vessel complexity. For many simpler AHTS, PSV, AHT or Seismic vessels, offers are often around USD 150 - 350 per day. More technically advanced vessels and offshore units pay more, while stronger offshore, drilling and jack-up contracts can reach USD 300 - 500+ per day depending on project scope, vessel complexity and the equipment on board.

Duties

In practice, the ETO is the person who keeps the vessel’s automation, monitoring and electro-technical systems running properly every day. This role is broader than a routine Electrician job and usually goes beyond basic electrical maintenance into automation, diagnostics, alarms, bridge electronics and integrated control systems.

Requirements

An ETO vacancy usually requires an appropriate electro-technical background, previous sea service where relevant, and on many vessels a valid ETO Certificate of Competency in line with STCW III/6. Depending on vessel type, employers may also ask for high-voltage training, tanker experience, DP-related familiarity, offshore sea time or previous work with more advanced automated systems.