Chief engineer for next rotation

25. Juli 2023

As Chief Engineer you are responsible for the technical part of the ship’s operation. You work on the generators, compressors and pumps and manage the hydraulic systems. The maintenance schedule, the engine monitoring and guiding of the technical team are part of your tasks. During search and rescue operations you support the crew, e.g. launching boats, keeping a lookout, taking care of guests on board.

M11: 08/08/2023 – 08/09/2023

Your other tasks include:

• Operating the engines and aggregates (main engine, auxiliary diesel, pumps)
• Operation of the hydraulic and pneumatic systems, e.g. tailgate, warping heads
• Maintenance and care of the engines and aggregates during operation (filter change, operating material control)
• Documentation of the ongoing operation
• Documentation of maintenance work

Required Qualifications:

• Ship operation technology education or higher level
• Basic understanding and operation of electrical equipment in engine compartment and on deck
• Knowledge of ship operations, sentries, rope service
• Troubleshooting experience
• Experience with MWM, Solé Diesel, Scania engines or comparable engines
• Willingness to participate in the engine watch
• Experience in welding and metal processing
• Experience in maintenance and repair of hydraulic and pneumatic systemsA
• Ability to work with volunteers without sea experience
• Good English language skills
• Physical fitness and mental resilience

Preferred Qualification:

• Experience on ocean-going vessels
• Experience in mooring ships
• Vocational education as ship’s mechanic or ship’s operations
• Certificate of Competency Technical Watch Officer (STCW A-III/1)
• Certificate of Competency Technical Second Officer (STCW A-III/2)
• Certificate of competency for ship’s personnel on navigational watch (STCW A-II/4)
• Valid Certificate of Competency Basic Safety Training (STCW A-VI/1)

Fotos: Johannes Räbel