Chief Engineer

Greenpeace International; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Greenpeace International is seeking a Chief Engineer (STCW A-III/2, unlimited) to join our team for the build of a 75m sailing vessel in Vigo, starting October 2026. The vessel will feature dual-fuel engines, fuel cells, battery energy storage, solar, and a Dutch flag with DNV class status.

You will oversee engine plant operation, supervise staff, maintain logs, ensure MARPOL compliance, and coordinate with shipyard and technical management to support timely delivery and ongoing campaigns.

Qualifications

• Valid STCW certificates for a Chief Engineer (STCW A-III/2, unlimited).
• Experience with methanol / LFL fuel and IGF Code certification is desirable.
• Experience in shipyard takeovers and vessel handover processes is desirable.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse crew.
• Commitment to Greenpeace values and environmental stewardship.

Responsibilities

• Monitor vessel construction in the Vigo shipyard and coordinate with supervision teams.
• Attend progress meetings with shipyard, site and remote teams and assist in system familiarity.
• Ensure safe operation and maintenance of engine plant and electrical equipment aboard.
• Maintain MARPOL compliance, keep engine logs, and provide monthly reports to management.
• Supervise engine staff, assign duties, and implement maintenance plans for the new build.
• Provide written assessments to the Master and Technical Manager on equipment status and priorities.

Skills

STCW Chief Engineer

Team player

Interpersonal skills

Environmental compliance

Maintenance planning

Tools

Engine room systems

Logbook reporting

Job description

Job Description

We are looking for a

• The required starting date would be October 2026 in the shipyard in Vigo, Spain.
• Our new vessel will be a 75m Sailing (DynaRig system) special-purpose, Ice class PC7 vessel, propulsion: two E-Motors, dual-prop (CPP) driven, powered by 4 pcs dual-fuel (MeOH and MGO) engines, 4 pcs FC (fuel cells) run on compressed H2, Battery pack with the ability to recharge from props (regeneration), solar panels, all connected on DC bus and water cooled. The vessel is Dutch flagged and is maintained in DNV class, subject to regular surveys and inspections.
• The vessel delivery is planned for October 2027

Job Description

We are looking for a Chief Engineer (STCW A-III/2, unlimited) to join our team, starting in the shipyard where our new vessel is being built.

• The required starting date would be October 2026 in the shipyard in Vigo, Spain.
• Our new vessel will be a 75m Sailing (DynaRig system) special-purpose, Ice class PC7 vessel, propulsion: two E-Motors, dual-prop (CPP) driven, powered by 4 pcs dual-fuel (MeOH and MGO) engines, 4 pcs FC (fuel cells) run on compressed H2, Battery pack with the ability to recharge from props (regeneration), solar panels, all connected on DC bus and water cooled. The vessel is Dutch flagged and is maintained in DNV class, subject to regular surveys and inspections.
• The vessel delivery is planned for October 2027

In This Role You Will, Amongst Other Things

During your time in the shipyard:

• Monitor the building of the new vessel in collaboration with the GP hired supervision team of OSM Thome.
• Attend meetings with shipyard, site and remote teams on the new build progress.
• Familiarise yourself with the new ship systems and assist in the planned maintenance system for the new build.

Onboard Our Vessels

Responsible to the Master for:

• Safe operation and maintenance of engine plant and equipment.
• Follow the Safety Management System of Greenpeace.
• Safe watch keeping of engine plant and equipment at sea and in port in accordance with STCW Ch VIII.
• Safe operation and maintenance of all mechanical and electrical equipment outside the engine room.
• Supervising the maintenance of rigid hull inflatable boats (rhibs) and outboard engines and ensuring technical readiness of rhibs for Campaigns.
• Supervising the work of all engine staff including out board mechanics and fitter / welder.
• Set-up of engine room watches at sea and in port.
• Issue clear Standing Instructions to engine staff for watch keeping, bunkering, and emergency engine procedures.
• Implement Master’s instructions on safe working practice and shipboard environmental policy in the engine room.
• Ensuring that there are no illegal discharges of oil, garbage, sewage from the engine room in contravention of the MARPOL Convention as amended.
• Ensuring that the Oil record Book is properly maintained as per the instructions contained therein.
• Ensuring that the Oily Water Separator (OWS) and Oil Detection Monitor (ODM) where fitted are regularly tested and any illegal connections immediately removed and reported to the Master and Technical Manager.
• Ensures that the fleet management software where provided is regularly updated for planned maintenance, inventory control, spare and

consumable requisitions.

• Ensure that required spares are requisitioned in time and followed up with the Technical Manager.
• Maintain engine logbooks and produce monthly reports to the Technical Manager.
• Assign work and responsibilities to the engine room staff.
• Ensuring that machinery which is not in regular use are periodically tested and maintained.
• Confer with the Technical Manager regarding procedures and policies for the engine room and all other equipment.
• Advise the Master on arrival of the condition of all equipment and to confer with the Technical Manager on priorities of work in port.
• Confer with the Master daily when at sea and report any deficiencies immediately.
• Maintain accountability and logbooks of all mechanical and electrical spares, fuel/water levels and spares used.
• Provide a written report each month or at the end of the voyage, whichever precedes, and cover general performance of the engine room and equipment; any problem areas and any recommendation for replacement / maintenance / additional equipment.
• Adhere strictly to bunker procedures, which should be prominently displayed and record pre bunker meetings in the Engine log book.
• Request Master to post deck personnel temporarily to the engine room when required.
• Before entry and departure port all engine controls are tested and records of tests entered in the engine log book
• Participate in Campaigns and training.

Job Requirements

What we’re looking for:

• Valid STCW certificates for a Chief Engineer (STCW A-III/2, unlimited)
• Desirable to have experience with methanol / LFL fuel, IGF Code certified.
• Desirable to have previous experience in a shipyard for vessel take over.
• A long term team player with good interpersonal skills that can work with a set of diverse crew.
• Support for and belief in the Greenpeace core aims and values.

About Us

Greenpeace is a global campaigning network. It comprises 25 independent national/regional organisations, and a coordinating organisation, Greenpeace International. Greenpeace uses peaceful, creative confrontation to expose global environmental problems, and develop solutions for a green and peaceful future.

Our Goal Is To Ensure The Ability Of The Earth To Nurture Life In All Its Diversity. That Means We Want To

• protect biodiversity in all its forms
• prevent pollution and abuse of the earth’s ocean, land, air and fresh water
• end all nuclear threats
• promote peace, global disarmament and non-violence

CLOSING DATE: Monday 31 August 2026, 23:59* (CEST)