Company Description

We are seeking a Chief Engineer to join our team, with the role commencing as soon as practicable and extending until the delivery of the M55 vessel to Lithuania. Reporting directly to the Technical Director Appledore, the Chief Engineer will play a crucial role in ensuring the safe operation of all main and auxiliary machinery and the supervision of the MCR including engineering watch-keeping standards during Sea trials.

Job Description

The primary function of the Chief Engineer is to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the Engine Department and proper maintenance of vessel, plant, and equipment. Their responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the keeping of operational standard and the maintenance and repair of hull, structure, and all mechanical and electrical equipment. The responsibilities of the Chief Engineer are to administer the Planned Maintenance System. The Chief Engineer is responsible for all fixed and portable fire-fighting equipment. The planning and logging of working hours for the engine room crew and the organisation of the onboard safety. A training programme for emergency in close co-operation with the Chief Officer and the Safety Officer. Responsible for the maintenance of technical operation records and files and for keeping a sufficient stock of bunkers and lubricants as well as ordering according to Company Procedures. Responsibilities also include the evaluation of reported nonconformity, necessary corrective actions and verifications, as required by the Management System, in co-operation with the Master/ OIM

Qualifications

Require Chief Engineer STCW 2010 III/3 Unlimited Ideally suited for former Royal Navy/Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RN/RFA) personnel with experience on Hunt Class vessels a bonus. ( this may be unlikely) Strong administrative and coordination skills with an emphasis on clear communication. Previous experience with sea trials or a similar maritime environment is highly desirable.

Additional Information

Competitive base pay Fixed term contract until July/August Opportunity to work on innovative projects

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