Chief Engineer

• Management: Safe and efficient management of engine department personnel and technical resources.
  
• Safety: Compliance with safe working practices enforcement of BSMs safe manning levels of the engine room and the issue and enforcement of appropriate Permits to Work.
  
• Maintenance: Maintenance of technical installations and equipment as well as the development and control of maintenance plans and dry docking preparations.
  
• Electrical Systems: Approval and supervision of work on electrical systems (special training and qualification is required for work on electrical systems over 1000V).
  
• Bunkering: Preparation and performance of safe bunkering operations.
  
• Task Assignment: Assignment of tasks to engine department personnel and supervision in consultation with the Second Engineer.
  
• Environmental & Pollution Control: Control and monitoring of oil pollution prevention equipment including the OWS ensuring correct entries in the Oil Record Book Part 1 managing standing orders for sewage and incineration equipment and controlling portable pipes hoses and pumps.
  
• Hot Work: Control and enforcement of Hot Work Procedures.
  
• PMS Management: Management of the Planned Maintenance System including timely ordering of stores through requisitions updating of job status machinery records and documentation and the follow-up and closure of maintenance tasks.
  
• Resource Optimization: Efficient and economical use of fuel lubricating oil and stores.
  

• Member of the Ship Safety Committee.
  
• Deputy Environmental Officer on board.
  
• Designated Asbestos Management Person on board.
  
• Role model for leadership and exemplary personal conduct.
  
• Behaviour Based Safety Observer.
  
• Personnel Development: Manage the engine department personnel appraisal process provide training to engine crew (including junior engineers Cadets and engine trainees) and look after personnel welfare motivation morale and discipline.
  
• UMS Operations: Overlook Unattended Machinery Spaces (UMS) operation.
  
• Crew Safety: Ensure crew compliance with safe working practices including the correct use of PPE at all times contribute to and promote environmental compliance contribute to ship security and speak up if/when unsafe practices or conditions are identified.
  
• Safety Practices: Ensure Behaviour Based Safety practices are followed in the machinery spaces.
  

Requirements

• Ensuring an adequate quantity and quality of bunkers and fresh water when preparing passage and voyage plans.
  
• Monitoring work and rest hours of Engine department personnel.
  
• Issuing clear instructions to the engine crew including Standing Orders.
  
• Thorough Handover: Executing a complete handover with the relieving Chief Engineer including the examination of engine and deck machinery reporting of any defects to BSM and fulfilment of charterers requirements.
  

Benefits

• Valid Chief Engineer Unlimited License and fully up-to-date STCW/Medical credentials.
  
• Proven experience in the rank within the merchant/commercial maritime sector.
  
• Familiarity with the requirements of the Competency Management System (CMS).
  
• Ability to carry out survey work in accordance with Class Society regulations.
  
• Deep familiarization with the condition of the hull and machinery.
  
• Commitment to promoting good working and social relationships on board forming part of the emergency response team and reviewing BSMs SMS and EMS periodically to report suggestions.