Chief Engineer – RoRo Ferry Fleet (Shipboard)

V.Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Part time

Job summary

Balearia HSC is seeking an experienced Chief Engineer to oversee the technical operations for the Ro-Pax ferry fleet. This contract role covers engine, electrical and mechanical domains with demanding safety and environmental standards.

Requirements include full STCW95 certification, CoC A-III/2, and extensive chief engineer experience. English fluency is essential for communication onboard and with shoreside teams.

Qualifications

• Valid STCW95 certification.
• Valid CoC A-III/2.
• Appropriate certification as required by regulations.
• Extensive experience as a Chief Engineer.
• Strong ability to detect and identify machinery faults.
• Physically and medically fit.
• Public Health, Sanitation and Environmental training.
• Alaska experience is a plus.
• Coast Guard and Port State Control experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead safe operation and maintenance of main, auxiliary, and domestic machinery.
• Ensure all engine department systems comply with ISM, SOLAS, MARPOL and other regs.
• Coordinate with ship departments and manage engine room staff.
• Maintain logs, plant history, and inventory per company procedures.
• Prepare and monitor department budgets and maintenance plans.
• Train and mentor junior engineers for succession.

Skills

Leadership

English fluency

Problem solving

Safety management

Crew management

Education

STCW95 certification

CoC A-III/2

Regulatory certifications

Tools

AMOS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Balearia HSC is seeking an experienced Chief Engineer to oversee the technical operations for the Ro-Pax ferry fleet. This contract role covers engine, electrical and mechanical domains with demanding safety and environmental standards.

Requirements include full STCW95 certification, CoC A-III/2, and extensive chief engineer experience. English fluency is essential for communication onboard and with shoreside teams.