Chief Engineer

Elsa Talent Solutions Sdn. Bhd.; Pasir Gudang; On-site; MYR 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading marine engineering firm is seeking a Chief Engineer to oversee maintenance and operations on LNG tankers. The role requires extensive seagoing experience and a Certificate of Competency as a Marine Engineer Officer. Responsibilities include compliance with safety regulations, preventive maintenance planning, and supervision of engine room crew. The ideal candidate should have 8-15 years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8-15 years of seagoing experience.
• Several years as Chief Engineer on LNG carriers, FPSO or FSO units.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of systems.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and management codes.
• Plan and execute preventive maintenance and proper documentation.
• Monitor fuel, machinery performance, and condition-based systems.
• Supervise engine room crew and delegate duties.
• Prepare and submit daily engineering reports to management.
• Manage spare parts inventory and maintenance operations.
• Coordinate with onshore teams for dry-docking and inspections.
• Conduct safety drills and risk assessments.

Skills

Maintenance supervision

Compliance with ISM Code

Preventive maintenance planning

Fuel and performance monitoring

Team leadership

Technical reporting

Spare parts management

Emergency response participation

Education

Certificate of Competency (CoC) Class 1 Marine Engineer Officer

Job description

Position : Chief Engineer (on board LNG Tankers/FPSO/FSO)

Industry : Oil and gas & marine engineering

Location : Offshore / Johor

Scope of Works:

• Oversee maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of main propulsion, power generation, cargo handling, and auxiliary systems.
• Ensure compliance with the International Safety Management (ISM) Code, SOLAS, MARPOL, and classification society requirements (ABS, DNV, LR, BV).
• Plan and execute preventive maintenance as per the Planned Maintenance System (PMS) and ensure proper documentation in the maintenance records.
• Monitor fuel and lubricant consumption, machinery performance, and condition-based monitoring systems.
• Supervise engine room crew, delegate duties effectively, and ensure safe work practices are implemented at all times.
• Prepare and submit daily engineering reports, defect logs, and technical updates to onshore management.
• Manage spare parts inventory, requisitions, and ensure cost-effective maintenance operations.
• Liaise with onshore technical and HSE teams to coordinate dry-docking, surveys, and major overhauls.
• Conduct safety drills, risk assessments, and participate actively in emergency response procedures.
• Ensure the vessel remains in compliance with statutory certification, audits, and inspections.

Minimum Requirement(s):

• Certificate of Competency (CoC) Class 1 Marine Engineer Officer (Unlimited), recognized by the Malaysian Marine Department or equivalent.
• Minimum 8-15 years of seagoing experience, including several years as Chief Engineer on LNG carriers, FPSO, or FSO units.

Note: Only those applicants who meet the above criteria will be contacted as part of shortlisting process