2nd Engineer

Stena Line

Cairnryan

On-site

GBP 45,000 - 65,000

Full time

12 days ago
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Concessionary ferry travel throughout/

Job summary

Stena Line is seeking a 2nd Engineer to join Stena Superfast 8 on the Cairnryan–Belfast route. You will work under the Chief Engineer, overseeing maintenance, safety procedures, and risk management while supporting the Master. The role offers clear career progression within a dynamic fleet environment.

Essential STCW certifications are required, with a Chief Engineer Unlimited CoC expected at the time of application. Contact Alison for questions; recruitment agencies are declined.

Qualifications

  • Must hold STCW certifications listed.
  • Chief Engineer Unlimited CoC required at time of application.
  • Proof of Right to Work in the UK.

Responsibilities

  • Assist the Master in all respects and report to the Chief Engineer.
  • Carry out maintenance on board according to the Planned Maintenance Program.
  • Be familiar with ship operating and technical procedures.
  • Manage identified risk to ship, personnel and environment.
  • Report incidents or deficiencies relating to machinery or equipment.
  • Be proactive in taking duties above rank when needed.

Skills

Problem-solving skills
Team collaboration
Emergency procedures
Maintenance execution

Education

STCW Elementary First Aid
STCW Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting
STCW Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities
STCW Personal Survival Techniques
STCW Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats
STCW Seafarers with Designated Security Duties
Chief Engineer Unlimited COC
Proof of Right to Work in the UK

Job description

Are you an Engineer looking for a great work life balance with excellent career advancement opportunities? Stena Line are looking for a 2nd Engineer to join the team on Stena Superfast 8 (Cairnryan - Belfast).

Skills

As a Second Engineer you are responsible to the Master in all respects and are directly accountable to the Chief Engineer for the execution of your duties. Your tasks as an engineer are diverse and as such you will have the opportunity to use and develop your problem‑solving skills in a wide range of scenarios. As a Second Engineer you are responsible for:

  • Your designated areas of responsibility as allocated by the Chief Engineer
  • Acting in accordance with your responsibilities in the vessel’s emergency organisation.
  • Carrying out maintenance on board as directed by the Chief Engineer in accordance with vessel’s Planned Maintenance Program.
  • Being familiar with the ships operating and technical procedures.
  • Managing all identified risk to ship, personnel and environment and establish appropriate safeguards.
  • Reporting to the Chief Engineer, any incident or accident relating to any injury or potential hazard aboard along with any deficiencies in machinery or equipment particularly safety equipment.
  • Be familiar with the relevant parts, procedures and requirements of the SMS contained within the DOCMAP system.
  • Take an active interest in the duties above your rank to ensure confidence in stepping up and an ability to be hands on.
What You Will Experience

Stena Line exists to be a trusted link between people, places and societies. We play a vital role in keeping everything connected. We make sure people and goods arrive where they need to be, enabling businesses to thrive and societies to grow. We connect family and friends and make it possible to explore new destinations or revisit favourite places.

Benefits

Stena Line wants to continue to be a safe, flexible and attractive employer and have a variety of benefits for our crew. We believe a great work/life balance will create the best environment for us to be creative and productive. By holding your Chief Engineer (Unlimited) CoC you are in an excellent position for career advancement with regular opportunities for time in Chief Engineer roles. See some of our other benefits below:-

  • Concessionary ferry travel throughout the Irish Sea
  • Discounted UK and European rail travel
  • Company pension & life assurance scheme
  • 24 weeks per annum onboard with 28 weeks per annum off (inclusive of 4 rostered weeks annual leave)
  • Recognition scheme
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Westfield Health Cash Healthcare plan (access to online GP, cash back from various health and dental treatments, gym memberships)
  • Continuous training, coaching and development within a helpful and encouraging environment with progression opportunities
Who You Are

At Stena Line your personality matters as much as how good you are at what you do. Regardless of your role, welcoming, caring and reliable guides you in your everyday work and the challenges you face.

We believe you are welcoming with an open positive attitude. You should welcome new challenges and use your previous experience to benefit your team.

You are caring; you are a true team player who collaborates well with colleagues and other stakeholders.

We also believe you are reliable; you create results and see through everything you do.

Qualifications
Essential Certification
  • STCW Elementary First Aid
  • STCW Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting
  • STCW Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities
  • STCW Personal Survival Techniques
  • STCW Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats
  • STCW Seafarers with Designated Security Duties
  • Chief Engineer Unlimited COC - applicants must hold this documentation at the time of application
  • Proof of Right to Work in the UK
Preferred Certification
  • Crowd Management Training
  • Passenger Safety Training
Interested

These are full-time, permanent positions based on Stena Superfast 8 within the Engine department.

Contact: If you have any questions regarding the position or about the recruitment process you are welcome to contact Alison, Talent Acquisition Partner, searecruitements@stenaline.com.

Please note that we kindly decline any offers from recruitment or staffing agencies regarding this recruitment.

About Stena Line

Stena Line is one of Europe’s leading ferry companies with approximately 40 vessels and 19 routes in Northern Europe and the Mediterranean operating 25,700 sailings each year. Stena Line is an important part of the European logistics network and develops new intermodal freight solutions by combining transport by rail, road and sea. Stena Line also plays an important role in tourism in Europe with its extensive passenger operations. The company is family‑owned, was founded in 1962 and is headquartered in Gothenburg. Stena Line has 6,200 employees and an annual turnover of 19.5 billion SEK.

We are committed to maintaining and developing a safe and sustainable working environment, free from harassment, that gives equal opportunities to everyone. We embrace equality, diversity and inclusion – and welcome all applicants.

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