Chief Engineers

Svitzer; Tees; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in towage services is seeking a Chief Engineer to oversee vessel operations and machinery maintenance. This role offers a competitive work/life balance and the chance to manage all aspects of vessel operation. You will ensure the safe operation of vessels and machinery, maintain high safety and quality standards, and collaborate with a diverse team. If you have a passion for engineering and leadership, this opportunity allows you to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum STCW III/3 Chief Engineer certification required.
• Strong administrative and computer skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all machinery on board is maintained in good working order.
• Supervise and train engineering staff while managing operations.

Skills

Fault diagnosis and rectification skills

Team management

Strong administrative skills

Excellent communication skills

Education

STCW III/3 Chief Engineer certification

Job description

SVITZER is one of the largest global companies within towage and related services. We employ over 4000 employees and have a fleet of over 500 tugs worldwide.

We welcome applications from qualified seafarers interested in working with us. Please apply below for current and future vacancies within the UK.

We Offer

Competitive work/life balance and the opportunity to manage all aspects of vessel operation and ownership. We pride ourselves on providing industry-leading tools to achieve our safety and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

The Chief Engineer ensures all machinery on board is maintained in good working order and operates machinery during operations as required.

Specific Responsibilities Include

• Carrying out operational services to ships safely and responsibly.
• Ensuring the safe operation of vessels, engines, generators, and related machinery.
• Maintaining all machinery (deck and engine) to operational standards.
• Owning the vessel's machinery spaces, keeping the engine room clean, tidy, and hazard-free.
• Reporting breakdowns or faults to the Master and Superintendent Engineer and coordinating repairs.
• Performing routine maintenance and repairs, ensuring compliance with the Planned Maintenance System.
• Managing sufficient lube oils and bunkers for operations.
• Conducting ship husbandry and Health & Safety checks, reporting faults.
• Maintaining accurate paperwork according to statutory and regulatory guidelines.
• Supervising and training engineering staff.
• Assisting in dry-docking and surveys, ensuring timely completion.
• Advising the Master on vessel defects, maintaining defect logs, and liaising with the Superintendent for prioritization.
• Building relationships with customers, pilots, port authorities, and agents, participating in operational meetings.
• Owning all vessel areas and undertaking engineer responsibilities as needed.
• Performing duties professionally, responsibly, and flexibly to meet operational requirements.
• Collaborating as part of a small team, accepting inter-departmental duties.
• Completing mandatory training for company and personal development.
• Performing other duties as assigned by the company in a flexible manner.

Qualifications

Who we are looking for

• Minimum STCW III/3 Chief Engineer certification.
• Ability to analyze engineering situations and prepare detailed reports.
• Fault diagnosis and rectification skills for major machinery.
• Team management and responsibility allocation skills.
• Harbour or terminal towage experience preferred.
• Strong administrative and computer skills.
• Excellent communication skills.

Building a Diverse Workplace

At Svitzer, we value diversity and aim to recruit the best talent, regardless of gender, age, nationality, race, sexual orientation, disability, or religious beliefs. We believe diversity strengthens our teams.

If you don’t meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply. We value potential and enthusiasm and look forward to hearing from you!

How To Apply

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