Containership Third Engineer — Hands-On Vessel Systems

V.Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

V.Group seeks a Third Engineer for a containership, onboard with the ship's crew. The role operates under the Engineer Officer of the Watch to maintain propulsion, auxiliary engines and boilers in line with PMS procedures.

Reporting to the Second Engineer, you will perform hands-on maintenance, monitor systems, and take responsibility for electrical maintenance in the absence of an Electrical Officer, with onboarding on 16 December 2026.

Responsibilities

• The Third Engineer acts as a designated Engineer Officer of the Watch, ensuring the safe and efficient operation of all machinery during active or UMS (Unattended Machinery Space) duty. Reporting to the Second Engineer for operational tasks, this role focuses on the hands‑on maintenance of the main propulsion engines, auxiliary engines, and boilers according to the company’s technical procedures. In the absence of a dedicated Electrical Officer, the Third Engineer also assumes responsibility for electrical maintenance and the completion of related items within the Planned Maintenance System (PMS).

Job description

V.Group seeks a Third Engineer for a containership, onboard with the ship's crew. The role operates under the Engineer Officer of the Watch to maintain propulsion, auxiliary engines and boilers in line with PMS procedures.

Reporting to the Second Engineer, you will perform hands-on maintenance, monitor systems, and take responsibility for electrical maintenance in the absence of an Electrical Officer, with onboarding on 16 December 2026.