Engine Watch Officer

Maine Maritime Academy; Maine; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Maine Maritime Academy in the State of Maine seeks a Sea Term Watch Engineer to operate as Engineering Officer of the Watch in the main or secondary engine room, assist with shipboard maintenance, and provide Cadet training during sea-term.

As a junior officer in the Engine Department, you will report to the 1st Assistant Engineer and must hold USCG certificates and STCW endorsements for Third Engineer Unlimited Horsepower - Motor, plus a valid passport.

Qualifications

• Valid MMC and USCG Third Engineer’s License – Motor unlimited.
• Valid STCW endorsements for Officer in Charge of Engineering Watch (OICEW), Survival Craft, VPDSP.
• Valid USCG Medical Certificate (STCW expiry).
• TWIC and a valid passport.
• Must pass a drug test or provide proof of enrollment in an approved testing program.

Responsibilities

• Performs all duties normally associated with a Third Engineer’s position.
• Supervise and train students on engineering space machinery, tools and safety equipment.
• Work closely with the Second Assistant Engineer and First Assistant Engineer on sea-term maintenance training.
• Frequently act as a safety observer during evolutions involving groups of cadets.
• Adhere to the ship’s Safety Management System at all times.
• Coordinate with the Senior Engine Training Officer to develop and present material to Cadets.
• Objectively evaluate student performance and training processes.
• As a uniformed officer, comply with shipboard uniform requirements as specified by the master.

Skills

Ship systems

Watch Officer experience

Cadet training

Leadership

Safety compliance

Automation & controls

Job description

POSITION OVERVIEW

Sea Term Watch Engineer, State of Maine
The Watch Engineer may act, as assigned by the 1st Assistant Engineer, as Engineering Officer of theWatch in either the primary or secondary engine room, may be assigned to assist in the oversight ofshipboard maintenance, and /or may be tasked to provide Cadet training while on sea-term. As ajunior officer in the Engine Department, reports to the First Assistant Engineer (1AE). At aminimum, must possess all USCG Certificates and Licenses, and all STCW endorsements required ofa Third Assistant Engineer Unlimited Horsepower - Motor. Must possess a valid passport.

• DUTIES
  Performs all duties normally associated with a Third Engineer’s position.
• Will supervise and train students of varying experience levels in the practical operation of allengineering space machinery, tools, and safety equipment.
• Work closely with the Ship’s Second Assistant Engineer and FirstAssistant Engineer,conducting training sea-term maintenance.
• Frequently act as a safety observer during any evolution involving groups of students.
• Knowledge of and strict adherence to the ship’s Safety Management System is required.
• May be tasked to coordinate with the Senior Engine Training Officer to develop and presentmaterial to Cadets.
• Responsible for objectively evaluating student performance as well as work and trainingprocesses.
• As a uniformed officer, will comply with shipboard uniform requirements as specified by themaster

SKILLS

• Thorough knowledge and familiarity with all shipboard systems and equipment.
• Experience as Engineer Watch Officer.
• Experience as or willingness to learn teaching and objective evaluation of Cadets.
• Excellent physical health and evidence of a positive mental attitude.
• Ability to work with people in a closed, intense environment while providing effectiveleadership.
• Ability to teach automation and controls, fuel transfer procedures, diesel operations andpreventive maintenance, and proper use of Safety Management Systems.

QUALIFICATIONS (must be valid for duration of the cruise)

• Valid MMC and USCG Third Engineer’s License – Motor unlimited
  o Note: Second Engineer’s License preferred
• Valid STCW endorsements for Officer in Charge of Engineering Watch (OICEW), Survivalcraft, Vessel Personnel with Designated Security Duties (VPDSP)
• Valid USCG Medical Certificate (STCW Expiry)
• Candidate must pass a drug test or provide proof of enrollment in an approved testingprogram.
• Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC) and a valid passport

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• While performing the duties of this job, this employee may:
• Be exposed to extremes in weather onboard ship, including rain, sleet, snow, and rough seas
• Regularly sit, walk through narrow passages, climb multiple flights of stairs
• Use hands to manipulate objects, tools or controls
• Reach with arms and hands
• Lift and move up to 40 pounds
• Work in areas of high noise levels

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Must participate in shipboard USCG drug testing program.
• Tobacco-Free Notice: For the health and well-being of our community, the Maine MaritimeAcademy campus and vessels (ashore and afloat) are smoke- and tobacco-free as of August 1, 2016.