SECOND ENGINEER

South Coast Marines Limited; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

South Coast Marines Limited is seeking a Second Engineer to support the Chief Engineer aboard an offshore vessel. The role focuses on daily engine room operations, maintenance, and supervision of junior eng staff.

You will ensure compliance with international standards, participate in safety drills, and assist in maintenance planning and technical management.

Qualifications

• Minimum sea-time experience as an engineering officer.
• Strong knowledge of auxiliary machinery and engine room operations.
• Experience supervising junior engineering staff.
• Familiarity with international maritime conventions and offshore operations.
• Technical expertise in marine engineering systems.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Effective communication and leadership skills.
• Commitment to safety, integrity, and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily engine room operations.
• Maintain and service auxiliary engines and generators.
• Supervise Oilers and engine ratings.
• Assist with record keeping, including the Oil Record Book.
• Support the Chief Engineer in technical management and maintenance planning.
• Participate in safety drills and emergency response procedures.

Skills

Sea-time experience

Auxiliary machinery knowledge

Engine room operations

Staff supervision

Maritime conventions

Marine engineering systems

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Communication

Leadership

Safety & integrity

Job description

The Second Engineer supports the Chief Engineer in managing the vessel’s engine department. This role is responsible for daily engine room operations, maintenance of auxiliary machinery, and supervision of junior engineering staff. The Second Engineer ensures compliance with international maritime standards and contributes to the safe and efficient running of the vessel.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Oversee daily engine room operations.
• Maintain and service auxiliary engines and generators.
• Supervise Oilers and engine ratings.
• Assist with record keeping, including the Oil Record Book.
• Support the Chief Engineer in technical management and maintenance planning.
• Participate in safety drills and emergency response procedures.

Required Documents & Certifications

• Certificate of Competency (CoC) – Second Engineer (Reg. III/2)
• Engine Room Resource Management (ERM)
• High Voltage Certificate (if applicable)
• Advanced Fire Fighting
• STCW Basic Safety certification
• Valid Medical Certificate
• Seaman’s Book and Passport

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum required sea-time experience as an engineering officer.
• Strong knowledge of auxiliary machinery and engine room operations.
• Experience supervising junior engineering staff.
• Familiarity with international maritime conventions and offshore operations.
• Technical expertise in marine engineering systems.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Effective communication and leadership skills.
• Commitment to safety, integrity, and operational excellence.

Core Values Alignment

This role reflects South Coast Marines Limited’s values of Safety, Flexibility, Care, and Client Comfort, ensuring reliable and professional engineering operations.

Location & Work Conditions

• Offshore / Onboard vessel operations.
• Rotational schedule as per company policy.

General Requirements

• Valid international passport.
• Previous SEV or offshore vessel experience preferred
• Updated CV with sea-time
• Valid medical certificates