Assistant Marine Engineer – Vessel Maintenance

Hornblower Corp; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Hornblower Group is seeking an Assistant Engineer to maintain and operate mechanical and hydraulic equipment aboard the Seaward Endeavor and Seaward Explorer. You will inspect, service, and repair systems and keep accurate records, under the supervision of the Chief Engineer.

The role requires hands-on technical skills, the ability to pass physical and written examinations, and compliance with U.S. safety standards. You will support day-to-day engine room operations and assist crew training.

Qualifications

• OICEW certification is required and must be valid for next charter.
• Valid U.S. Passport
• Valid USCG Medical Certificate
• Valid TWIC Card
• Ability to pass a physical exam
• Ability to pass a written exam

Responsibilities

• Assisting in ship’s technical maintenance and the safe, efficient, economical operation of all her machinery.
• Following all the engine room procedures.
• Assisting in the engineering/technical department jobs.
• Assisting in maintaining sufficient bunkers and other essential engine-related stores and consumables.
• Assisting for the safe and efficient loading and transferring of bunkers.
• Assisting in day to day running of all plant and machinery.
• Performs necessary routine maintenance, repairs, and handles ship’s technical jobs under the direction of the Chief Engineer.
• Stands engine room watch while vessel is underway or as and when deemed necessary.
• Maintaining log of the lube/oil quantities and consumptions.
• Monitoring and analyzing cooling water.
• Assisting to maintain the general condition/maintenance of machineries, steering gear, air conditioning, etc.
• Keeping engine room watches and carrying out any assigned maintenance jobs.
• Assistant Engineers also assist with firefighting and other emergencies onboard the vessel.
• Assistant Engineers will be responsible for imparting knowledge about the specific features, characteristics, and procedures of the vessel operations to crew members and the orientation of all new personnel on board the vessel. Provide on-the-job training.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

OICEW

Job description

Hornblower Group is seeking an Assistant Engineer to maintain and operate mechanical and hydraulic equipment aboard the Seaward Endeavor and Seaward Explorer. You will inspect, service, and repair systems and keep accurate records, under the supervision of the Chief Engineer.

The role requires hands-on technical skills, the ability to pass physical and written examinations, and compliance with U.S. safety standards. You will support day-to-day engine room operations and assist crew training.