Head Marine Engineer

Northstar Shipping and Marine Services Inc.; Manila; On-site; PHP 335,000 - 670,000; Full time

Job summary

Northstar Shipping and Marine Services Inc. seeks an experienced Engine Room Chief/Marine Engineer to oversee the vessel's main engine, generators and auxiliary machinery.

You will supervise the Oiler and engine crew, perform inspections, maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs to ensure reliability. You will maintain engine room logs, monitor inventories and respond quickly to breakdowns, while ensuring compliance with safety policies and maritime regulations.

Qualifications

• Oversee operation of engine, generators and machinery.
• Coordinate regular inspections, maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs.
• Supervise Oiler and engine crew and ensure duties are carried out accurately.
• Monitor fuels, lubricants, spare parts and engine supplies.
• Maintain accurate engine room logs and maintenance records.
• Ensure machinery is in good working condition before and during operations.
• Respond promptly to breakdowns and emergencies.
• Ensure compliance with safety policies and maritime regulations.
• Coordinate with Captain and shore management on repairs and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the safe operation of main engine and auxiliary equipment.
• Perform routine inspection and maintenance of engine equipment.
• Supervise the engine crew and ensure duties are executed properly.
• Monitor engine room inventories and supplies.
• Keep detailed engine room logs and maintenance records.
• Ensure readiness of all machinery before/during operations.
• Respond to machinery breakdowns and emergencies.
• Adhere to safety policies and maritime regulations.
• Communicate with Captain and shore management about technical issues.
• Maintain cleanliness and safe working conditions in the engine room.
• Carry out any other duties related to vessel operations as assigned.

Skills

Engine room management

Maintenance supervision

Troubleshooting

Team supervision

Safety compliance

Job description

Northstar Shipping and Marine Services Inc. seeks an experienced Engine Room Chief/Marine Engineer to oversee the vessel's main engine, generators and auxiliary machinery.

You will supervise the Oiler and engine crew, perform inspections, maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs to ensure reliability. You will maintain engine room logs, monitor inventories and respond quickly to breakdowns, while ensuring compliance with safety policies and maritime regulations.