Chief Engineer

Detail 2 Recruitment Ltd
Full time Full day
Portsmouth
Chief Engineer (Maritime Sector) South Coast Salary to £75,000

About the Company

Our client is an award winning marine ferry operator with a substantial presence on the South Coast, operating a number of advanced vessels. They pride themselves on providing reliable, efficient, and comfortable crossings for both passengers and vehicles. Modern fleet and convenient routes from the South Coast offering seamless travel experiences for tourists, commuters, and residents. Their investment and commitment to environmental sustainability is also noteworthy

Chief Engineer (Maritime Sector) The Rewards

Salary up to £75,000

33 Days Holidays

Favourable scheduling and working patterns

10% contributory pension scheme

Life assurance x 4 salary

Development programmes with a pathway to Superintendent

Overtime available (at excellent rates)

Employee assistance programme

Electric car scheme

Travel benefits

Chief Engineer (Maritime Sector) Requirements

You must hold as a minimum either the MCA Certificate of Competency or The Certificate of Equivalent Competency ( we cannot progress applications that do not have either certifications)

Experience within passenger ferries is essential

Ideal further qualifications also include; a Chief Engineer Officer III/2 Motor or Chief Engineer III/2 Yacht (Y1) Certificate of Competency (with EOOW unlimited), full STCW Certificates HELM and ENG1

Comprehensive knowledge of marine equipment and company procedures

Good understanding of Safe Working Practices

Maintenance requirements of the emergency equipment

Good understanding of available fire fighting equipment and thorough knowledge of emergency procedures

A practical knowledge of electrical engineering

Demonstrate Leadership

Team player with good English communication skills

Problem Solver and Trouble-Shooter

Flexibility for some (well-paid) overtime during busy seasonal periods

Chief Engineer (Maritime Sector) Responsibilities

Part of a dynamic Engineering team dedicated to providing exceptional maritime transportation services to passengers and communities

The Chief Engineer ensures that all Engine Room, Machinery Spaces and Desk Machinery and equipment is in good working order and properly maintained to ensure operational reliability

The Chief Engineer also leads the technical standards on board and ensures the effective implementation of the associated areas of the Safety Management System

As a technical professional, the role requires an MCA Certificate of Competency (or higher certification), we would also welcome applications from those with The Certificate of Equivalent Competency

Safety and Protection of the Environment

Flag and classification standards

Planned maintenance, refits and defect repair

Lead on the technical standards on board and ensures the effective implementation of the associated areas of the Safety Management System

Ensure repairs are carried out in a timely manner and to a high standard

Strong administrative and practical support to the survey Chief Engineer in planning refits

Effective liaison with the superintendents ensuring full clear and concise communications is essential

An ability to lead, motivate and develop junior officers and ratings is required, as well as to develop strong working relationships with the deck officers and ratings

About Us

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