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Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other.  We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

The Caterpillar Oil & Gas and Marine Division has a diverse and global portfolio encompassing the brands Cat, MaK and SPM. Over 2500 employees in 25 countries deliver excellence in manufacturing, sales, services and operations to our customers.

MaK, one of the top engine brands in the medium-speed propulsion market, currently has an opportunity for a Field Service Technician in Singapore. Working in the MaK Asia workshop in Singapore, you will perform service, maintenance and overhauling on MaK medium speed marine engine components in a safe manner independently. You will be required to attend local / Overseas onboard vessels and perform engine component servicing as and when required.

The primary responsibilities for this position will be to (but not limited to): ​

• Performs replacement of parts and assemblies under the guide of service engineer. 
• Under the guide of service engineer, works from service manuals, maintenance manuals, and medium speed engine equipment schematics.
• Performs tasks with minimum supervision using experience and good judgment.
• Communicates verbally in an effective manner with technical staff, other employees and customer on medium speed engine equipment problems or suggested improvements.

* You will be entitled to overtime pay if overtime work is required.

* This role may be required to travel for work overseas occasionally.

Required Skill and Experience:

• Must have vessel engine repair experience
• Should demonstrate good mechanical comprehension and strong communication skills with technical staff and fellow employees
• Knowledge of maintenance, ability to communicate with other technical personnel and machine repair practices and procedures

Additional Info: ​

• This role requires travelling up to 25% of the time.
• This position requires working onsite five days a week.

What You Will Get:

Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Our teams are critical to the success of our customers who build a better world. Here you earn more than just wage, because we value your performance, we offer a total rewards package that provides day one benefits along with the potential of a variable bonus. Additional benefits include paid annual leave, flexi leave, medical and insurance (prorated based upon hire date).

Final Details:

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If you are interested in joining our team, please apply using an English version of your CV. We look forward to meeting you!

About Caterpillar

Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.

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Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply

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