Chief Engineer - Onboard Tug Ops (2/2 Rotation)

Svitzer; Leeds; On-site; GBP 64,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension matched 10%

Life Cover 4x pensionable salary

Medical Insurance

Uniform & PPE provided

EAP

Job summary

Svitzer is seeking a Chief Engineer to join the Victory, supporting towage operations across UK ports and coastal waters. You will be hands-on, accountable, and responsible for keeping a powerful tug operational in a safety-critical environment.

The role requires STCW III/3 Chief Engineer and ENG1 medical, with rotation living onboard for two weeks at a time. You'll work with a small crew, maintain machinery and join a company that emphasises high standards and career development.

Qualifications

• STCW III/3 Chief Engineer certification required.
• Valid ENG1 medical certificate.
• Strong fault-finding, maintenance and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to live onboard during two-week rotations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and operate high-power tug machinery in live operations.
• Diagnose faults and fix issues under pressure to keep the vessel operational.
• Own the condition, safety and readiness of the engine room.
• Support the Master and crew to keep the tug operational at all times.
• Work as part of a small, professional crew with trust and teamwork.
• Manage planned maintenance, spares, stores and engineering records.
• Be flexible across vessel duties and continue training and development.

Skills

Fault-finding

Maintenance

Problem-solving

Safety-conscious

Education

STCW III/3 Chief Engineer

Job description

Svitzer is seeking a Chief Engineer to join the Victory, supporting towage operations across UK ports and coastal waters. You will be hands-on, accountable, and responsible for keeping a powerful tug operational in a safety-critical environment.

The role requires STCW III/3 Chief Engineer and ENG1 medical, with rotation living onboard for two weeks at a time. You'll work with a small crew, maintain machinery and join a company that emphasises high standards and career development.