Chief Engineer for Containership (Hiring Office: Ukraine)

V.Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 68,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

V.Group is seeking a Chief Engineer for a containership serving under a Ukrainian hiring office. This shipboard contract places you as head of the Engine Department, responsible to the Master for the safe operation, maintenance, and repair of all shipboard machinery and electrical systems.

You will supervise engineering officers and ratings, implement the Planned Maintenance System (PMS), and ensure strict compliance with environmental, safety, and classification survey requirements.

Job description

Chief Engineer for Containership (Hiring Office: Ukraine)

Department: Engine

Employment Type: Contract

Location: Shipboard

Description

Key Responsibilities

The Chief Engineer serves as the head of the Engine Department, holding ultimate responsibility to the Master for the safe operation, maintenance, and repair of all shipboard machinery and electrical systems. This senior leadership role involves supervising all engineering officers and ratings, implementing the Planned Maintenance System (PMS), and ensuring strict compliance with environmental, safety, and classification survey requirements. A critical aspect of the position is the accurate management of fuel, lubricating oils, and waste, including the meticulous maintenance of the Oil Record Book and oversight of all bunkering operations