Chief Engineer

Svitzer Americas; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global maritime company is seeking a Chief Engineer to lead operations in London. Responsibilities include ensuring machinery is operational, maintaining safety standards, and supervising engineering staff. Candidates must hold STCW III / 3 certification and have strong fault diagnosis skills. This role offers a competitive work-life balance and requires adaptability in a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Competitive work-life balance

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum STCW III / 3 Chief Engineer &<6000kW, III / 2 Unlimited preferred.
• All STCW basic training in date.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to produce detailed reports.
• Expertise in fault diagnosis and machinery repair.
• Preferably experienced in harbour or terminal towage.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all machinery on board is in top condition.
• Maintain safe operation of vessels and associated machinery.
• Perform routine maintenance and execute Planned Maintenance System.
• Supervise and train engineering staff.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Fault diagnosis

Leadership

Communication skills

Administrative skills

Education

STCW III / 3 Chief Engineer <6000kW

ENG1 Medical

Job description

Chief Engineer - London

Join SVITZER as a Chief Engineer and Navigate Your Future! Global Reach, Local Impact : Be part of a renowned company making waves worldwide.

Balanced Lifestyle : Enjoy a competitive work / life balance that lets you thrive both on and off the job.

Innovative Environment : Work with the best-in-industry tools and technology to achieve excellence safely and efficiently.

Location : This role is based in our London operation. The team works on a 1 week on / off rotation with options to live on board during your weekly rotation.

Your Responsibilities:

• Operational Excellence : Ensure all machinery on board is in top condition and operate it during vessel operations.
• Safety First : Maintain the safe operation of vessels, engines, generators, and associated machinery.
• Meticulous Maintenance : Keep all machinery (deck and engine) up to operational standards at all times.
• Ownership and Cleanliness : Take pride in the vessel's machinery spaces, ensuring they are clean, tidy, and hazard-free.
• Proactive Reporting : Communicate any breakdowns or faults to the Master and Superintendent Engineer, coordinating repairs efficiently.
• Routine Upkeep : Perform routine maintenance and ensure the Planned Maintenance System is executed flawlessly.
• Resource Management : Maintain adequate supplies of lube oils and bunkers for continuous operations.
• Health & Safety Compliance : Conduct regular checks and address or report any issues promptly.
• Regulatory Adherence : Follow all company, MCA, and external body guidelines, keeping paperwork accurate and up-to-date.
• Team Leadership : Supervise and train engineering staff, fostering a collaborative and efficient team environment.
• Survey Coordination : Assist in dry-docking and survey planning, ensuring timely and orderly completion of all work.
• Defect Management : Advise the Master on defects, maintain a defect log, and prioritize repairs with the Superintendent.
• Inter-Departmental Collaboration : Work closely with your team, embracing both deck and engine roles.
• Continuous Improvement : Engage in mandatory and professional development training.
• Adaptability : Take on additional duties as needed, demonstrating flexibility and responsiveness.

What We're Looking For:

Qualifications:

• Minimum STCW III / 3 Chief Engineer <6000kW, III / 2 Unlimited preferred
• All STCW basic training in date
• ENG1 Medical with at least 6 months until expiry
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to produce detailed, accurate reports
• Expertise in fault diagnosis and machinery repair
• Proven leadership and team management abilities
• Preferably experienced in harbour or terminal towage
• Strong administrative and computer skills
• Excellent communication skills

Embark on Your Next Adventure with SVITZER! If you’re passionate about maritime engineering and ready to lead a team to new horizons, apply now to join SVITZER. Let’s navigate the future together!

Building a Diverse Workplace: In Svitzer we value the diversity of our talent and will always strive to recruit the best person for the job – we value diversity in all its forms, including but not limited to gender, age, nationality, race, sexual orientation, disability, or religious beliefs. We are proud of our diversity and see it as a genuine source of strength for building high performing teams. Don’t meet every single have shown that members from some under-represented groups are less likely to apply for jobs if they don’t meet every single qualification. At Svitzer we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles, and we are excited about hearing from you!

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Svitzer is a people company. Offering uninterrupted marine solutions requires not only the best equipment but also the best people. Our ambition is to attract and continuously develop the industry’s best craftsmen. Both at sea and on land - worldwide, wherever our customers do business. We are driven by skilled, professional and dedicated people and we work together as one company to provide safe, reliable and efficient services to our customers. We support and develop our people’s skills and capabilities and we care for the development of both teams and individuals. To best serve our customers, we strive to ensure the right people and the best teams for the job, every time and we believe diversity is a strength.