Chief Engineer

Astor Shipmanagement

Manila

On-site

PHP 1,200,000 - 1,700,000

Part time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Astor Shipmanagement seeks a Chief Engineer to oversee the ship's engineering systems, ensuring safe and efficient operations across all voyages. This role requires strong leadership, regulatory knowledge, and hands-on expertise in marine engineering, electrical systems, and automation.

The incumbent will supervise maintenance programs, manage risk, and uphold SOLAS/MARPOL compliance while coordinating with crew and shore support to optimize performance.

Qualifications

Thorough knowledge of SOLAS, MARPOL and flag state regulations.
Proficiency in marine engineering and electrical systems.
Automation, troubleshooting and planned maintenance experience.

Responsibilities

Lead the engineering team and maintain technical readiness.
Ensure safe and efficient vessel operations on all voyages.
Oversee compliance with safety and environmental standards.

Skills

SOLAS

MARPOL

Flag state regs

Marine engineering

Electrical systems

Automation

Troubleshooting

Planned maintenance

Risk assessment

Emergency management

Fuel efficiency

Waste management

Reporting procedures

Leadership

Communication

Tools

Modern tech software

Job description

Job Description:

Chief Engineer

Application Deadline: 30 October 2026

Department: OSS Tankers

Employment Type: Contract / Temp

Location: 88 Aces Maritime Services Inc., Manila

Reporting To: CBG

Description

Thank you for considering a career with us, and we look forward to welcoming you aboard! We are an equal-opportunity employer, welcoming qualified applicants from all backgrounds. Represented by the ITF, we adhere to ILO standards, ensuring fair practices and safe conditions. Please note that we follow a merit-based recruitment process and never charge fees for job offers.

Role Purpose: Oversee the management and maintenance of the ship’s engineering systems, ensuring safe, efficient operations in line with safety and environmental standards.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the engineering team, maintain technical readiness, and ensure the vessel operates safely and efficiently on all voyages.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

The Chief Engineer must possess thorough knowledge of company policies, SOLAS, MARPOL, and flag state regulations. Proficiency in marine engineering, electrical systems, automation, troubleshooting, and planned maintenance is essential. Competence in risk assessment, emergency management, fuel efficiency, waste management, and reporting procedures is required, along with strong analytical, problem-solving, and leadership skills. The role demands effective communication, team coordination, and adaptability to modern technology and software.

Experience: Demonstrates leadership in developing technical and soft skills within the engineering team. Has strong analytical abilities, consistently overseeing the vessel’s engineering systems to ensure optimal performance. Successfully balances commercial objectives with a high priority on safety, fully understanding the importance of environmental compliance. Exhibits high reliability in urgent situations, ensuring the safety and security of the vessel and crew through decisive actions.

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