Team Spotlight: Douglas Mason – Senior Hydraulic Technician

Hailing from Jamaica, Douglas Mason has been an integral part of the FKG Marine Hydraulics team since 2009. With over 16 years of hands-on experience, Douglas brings expertise in hydraulic and mechanical systems. There is no challenge he shies away from—whether it’s on board a mega yacht, a small sailing vessel, or working on heavy-duty equipment such as power plants and work barges.

Certified and trained by industry leaders including Harken, Opacmare, AB-Trac, Wesmar, and Eaton Global, Douglas has mastered a wide range of systems—from stabilizers, winches, and thrusters to cranes, PTOs, garage doors, and complex lifting and steering mechanisms. His extensive technical knowledge and experience have been instrumental in helping FKG achieve Lloyd’s certification in Load Testing and in introducing new services to FKG such as laser aligning shaft lines.

Leading a talented and motivated hydraulics team, Douglas is highly respected by his peers and trusted by clients who rely on his professionalism and problem-solving . Known for his customer focus and dedication, Douglas always goes the extra mile to ensure every job is completed to the highest standard.

At FKG Marine, we are proud to have Douglas as one of our talented technicians and look forward to his continued evolution and contributions to our growing service capabilities.