Relief Chief Engineer — Marine Vessel Operations Lead

Hornblower Corp; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 157,000; Full time

Job summary

Hornblower Corp is seeking a Relief/Casual Chief Engineer to oversee the engineering department aboard the Seaward Explorer and Seaward Endeavor. The role involves maintaining the engine room, supervising equipment, and leading routine maintenance programs to ensure safe and efficient operation.

The position is casual/relief and requires strong marine engineering knowledge, teamwork, and the ability to respond to emergencies.

Qualifications

• MMC must be valid for employment and endorsement.
• US Passport valid for travel and verification.
• USCG Medical Certificate current and valid.
• QMED Endorsement required for medical/engineering credentials.
• TWIC Card active and in good standing.
• Must be able to pass a physical examination.
• Must be able to pass a written examination.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the engine room, auxiliary equipment, and routine maintenance programs.
• Establish engine room procedures and assign engineering/technical tasks.
• Maintain bunkers, engine stores, and consumables; manage bunkering operations.
• Supervise day-to-day operation of all plant and machinery aboard.
• Schedule and perform routine maintenance and ship's technical jobs as needed.
• Stand engine room watch when underway or as required.
• Monitor lubrication oil quantities and consumptions; analyze cooling water.
• Manage condition/maintenance of machineries, steering gear, air conditioning, etc.
• Maintain engine room watches and administer maintenance work.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

Valid Merchant Mariners Credential (MMC)

Valid U.S. Passport

Valid USCG Medical Certificate

QMED Endorsement

Valid TWIC Card

Ability to pass a physical exam

Ability to pass a written exam

Job description

Hornblower Corp is seeking a Relief/Casual Chief Engineer to oversee the engineering department aboard the Seaward Explorer and Seaward Endeavor. The role involves maintaining the engine room, supervising equipment, and leading routine maintenance programs to ensure safe and efficient operation.

The position is casual/relief and requires strong marine engineering knowledge, teamwork, and the ability to respond to emergencies.