Chief Engineer

Core Group; Cartagena de Indias; Sur place; COP 90 000 000 - 150 000 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Core Group is seeking a Chief Engineer to lead the safe operation, maintenance, and management of all vessel machinery offshore on a 28-day rotation.

You will supervise the Engine Department, coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshoot complex issues, maintain engineering records, monitor fuel and spares, and ensure full readiness of machinery and emergency systems in line with safety and maritime regulations. This role requires strong leadership and offshore experience.

Qualifications

• Experience managing vessel machinery in a maritime environment.
• Strong leadership and ability to supervise engineering personnel.
• Familiarity with engines, generators, pumps, compressors, and auxiliary equipment.

Responsabilités

• Oversee the daily operation and maintenance of vessel machinery and engineering systems.
• Supervise engineering personnel, providing leadership and technical guidance.
• Coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance activities to ensure optimal vessel performance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues promptly to minimize downtime.
• Maintain accurate engineering records, including maintenance logs and reports.
• Monitor fuel consumption, spare parts inventory, and equipment performance.
• Ensure machinery and emergency systems are compliant with safety and regulatory standards.
• Work with the Master and shore management to support safe vessel operations.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and maritime regulations.

Connaissances

Leadership

Team supervision

Maintenance planning

Troubleshooting

Record keeping

Formation

Marine Engineering Certification

Description du poste

Job Summary

The Chief Engineer is responsible for the safe and efficient operation, maintenance, and management of all vessel machinery and engineering systems while working offshore on a rotational basis of 28 days. This pivotal role oversees the Engine Department, ensuring that main engines, generators, pumps, compressors, and auxiliary equipment are maintained and operated in compliance with company procedures, vessel requirements, and maritime regulations. The Chief Engineer supervises engineering personnel, coordinates preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshoots equipment issues, maintains engineering records, monitors fuel and spare parts, and guarantees the vessel's machinery and emergency systems remain fully operational. Working closely with the Master and shore-based management, this role supports safe, reliable offshore vessel operations and ensures adherence to safety, environmental, and maritime standards.

Chief Engineer

The Chief Engineer is responsible for the safe and efficient operation, maintenance, and management of all vessel machinery and engineering systems while working offshore on a rotational basis of 28 days. This pivotal role oversees the Engine Department, ensuring that main engines, generators, pumps, compressors, and auxiliary equipment are maintained and operated in compliance with company procedures, vessel requirements, and maritime regulations. The Chief Engineer supervises engineering personnel, coordinates preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshoots equipment issues, maintains engineering records, monitors fuel and spare parts, and guarantees the vessel's machinery and emergency systems remain fully operational. Working closely with the Master and shore-based management, this role supports safe, reliable offshore vessel operations and ensures adherence to safety, environmental, and maritime standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operation and maintenance of all vessel machinery and engineering systems.
• Supervise engineering personnel, providing leadership and technical guidance.
• Coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance activities to ensure optimal vessel performance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues promptly to minimize operational downtime.
• Maintain accurate engineering records, including maintenance logs and operational reports.
• Monitor fuel consumption, spare parts inventory, and equipment performance.
• Ensure all machinery and emergency systems are fully operational and compliant with safety and regulatory standards.
• Work collaboratively with the Master and shore-based management to support safe and efficient vessel operations.
• Support compliance with all safety, environmental, and maritime regulations and procedures.

Requirements

• Proven experience in managing vessel machinery and engineering systems in a maritime environment.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to supervise and coordinate engineering personnel.
• Knowledge of main engines, generators, pumps, compressors, and auxiliary equipment.
• Familiarity with maritime safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex machinery issues efficiently.
• Excellent record-keeping and reporting skills.
• Willingness to work offshore on a rotational basis of 28 days.
• Relevant certifications and licenses as required by maritime regulations.
• Ability to work closely with diverse teams and shore-based management to ensure operational excellence.