Chief Engineer - Southampton, United States - Detail 2 Recruitment Limited

Description

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.

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