Chief Engineer

Serco Limited; Greenock; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in maritime services is seeking a Chief Engineer (Unlimited) for shipboard operations. This role involves the management of the engine room and technical systems, ensuring compliance with regulations while supporting naval and commercial vessels. The position offers competitive salaries and benefits including a contributory pension scheme and training opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salaries with annual reviews

Up to 6% contributory pension scheme

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts across around 1,000 retailers

Employee networks

Paid volunteering day each year

Qualifications

• Valid Chief Engineer (Unlimited) STCW III/2 license required.
• Strong knowledge of marine engineering systems essential.
• Experience with dry-docking and shipyard repairs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the safe and efficient operation of engineering systems and machinery.
• Lead the engineering team and manage maintenance planning.
• Ensure compliance with international maritime regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Problem Solving

Strong Knowledge of Marine Engineering

Communication

Education

Chief Engineer (Unlimited) STCW III/2 license

Valid STCW certificates

Valid unrestricted ENG1

Tools

Planned Maintenance Systems (PMS)

Vessel Management Software

Job description

Chief Engineer (OOP)

Location: Shipboard

Permanent, rotational 6 weeks on/6 weeks off

Competitive salary plus benefits

Serco Defence - Maritime Services deliver maritime support packages tailored to our UK Ministry of Defence (MOD) client requirements. Our Out-of-Port operation typically involve supporting naval, commercial, and government vessels beyond standard port-based activities. These services are adapted to evolving operational requirements crucial for ensuring operational readiness, training, naval exercises, or emergency response.

We are seeking an experienced Chief Engineer (Unlimited) to join our dynamic team onboard one of our worldwide support vessels. The successful candidate will be responsible for the overall management, operation and maintenance of the vessels engine room and technical systems, ensuring compliance with international maritime regulations and company policies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the safe and efficient operation of all engineering systems and machinery.
• Lead and manage the engineering team, ensuring effective maintenance planning and execution.
• Maintain accurate records, including planned maintenance systems (PMS) and engine logbooks.
• Liaise with shore management, classification societies, and flag authorities as required.
• Troubleshoot technical issues and implement cost-effective solutions.
• Regularly report to the Master on the status of the engine room, including the machinery performance, fuel consumptions, and any technical issues.
• Coordinate with the Master to ensure the vessel operates within safe parameters.
• Advise the Master on any technical limitations that could impact vessel operations, such as speed restrictions or mechanical faults.
• Discuss planned maintenance schedules with the Master to avoid conflicts with tasking.
• Seek the Masters approval for any major repairs or deviations from normal operating procedures.
• Collaborate in the coordination of dry-docking, ship repairs, and technical inspections.
• Provide input on fuel orders, and bunker planning based on tasking requirements.
• Ensure all engine room logs, reports, and records are up to date and align with company and flag state requirements.
• Communicate with the Master regarding any regulatory updates which may affect the technical operations or class requirements.
• Work closely with the Master to ensure effective crew management, particularly engine room personnel.
• Conduct performance evaluations and discuss training needs/opportunities of the engineering team with the Master.
• Support Master in maintaining high morale and discipline among all crew members.
• Act as the primary technical advisor to Master during engine related emergencies.
• Ensure the vessels machinery, equipment and structural integrity comply with the rules set by classification society.
• Ensure compliance with class and MARPOL regulations regarding engine room emissions, waste management, oil-water separation and ballast water.
• Develop, review, and implement vessel specific safe work procedures, risk assessments for engineering systems and machinery.
• Implement, and actively engage with the company SMS to ensure compliance with the ISM code.

Essential Qualifications/Experience:

• Valid Chief Engineer (Unlimited) STCW III/2 license.

• Strong knowledge of marine engineering systems, including propulsion, power generation, and automation.
• Familiarity with planned maintenance systems (PMS) and vessel management software.
• Valid STCW certificates (PST, PSSR, PSCRB, PFRB, AFF, EFA, PDSD etc.).
• Valid unrestricted ENG1
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with dry-docking and shipyard repairs (preferred).
• High level of safety awareness and ability to work under pressure.
• Passport
• Ability to achieve / maintain Security Clearance

What we offer:

• Salary:Competitive salaries with annual reviews
• Pension:Up to 6% contributory pension scheme
• Training and development:We offer a wide range of learning opportunities with over 1,100 internal courses available, funding for qualifications and apprenticeships, mentoring opportunities, and a focus on internal progression
• Wellbeing:24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, BUPA Anytime HealthLine, wellbeing app, Simplyhealth cash plans to claim back money towards healthcare costs, 30% off at Serco-managed leisure centres
• Discounts:Save across around 1,000 retailers, from food and clothing to days out, entertainment and travel
• ShareSave scheme:Helps you save regularly with the choice to buy Serco shares at a discount at the end of your savings period
• Employee networks:Dedicated networks where colleagues can come together to find support, share challenges, discuss ideas, network and be part of a community
• Charity:Support a charity or organisation with a paid volunteering day each year. You can also choose to donate to your favourite charity tax-free, through our Payroll Giving Scheme.