Third Assistant Engineer

Seaward Services Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 93,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Seaward Services Inc. seeks a Third Assistant Engineer to oversee maintenance and operation of the USNS Guam’s engineering plant, supervising engineering department members. The Guam is a rapid troop-transport vessel with a home port of Singapore.

Seaward Services covers all travel. Daily pay rate: $505.51 Responsibilities include maintenance per USCG, FCC, and other regulations; reporting to the Chief Engineer; training staff; and conducting drills with both marine and non-marine crew.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred from maritime academy, or in related field, or equivalent experience.
• USCG License for Third Assistant Engineer (Unlimited horsepower).
• STCW 95 Certificate.
• TWIC.
• US passport.
• MS Office software proficiency.
• Ability to use independent judgment to solve engineering problems.
• Strong mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and electronic skills.
• Management and administrative capabilities.
• Training and mentoring abilities.
• Knowledge of pertinent regulations and laws.
• Clear written and verbal communication.
• Plan, organize, and complete work.
• Inter-personal skills.
• Set and meet high performance standards.
• Initiative and multi-tasking ability.
• Analytical, problem-solving, critical thinking, and decision-making skills.
• Five years’ Marine Engineer experience.
• High-speed vessel experience preferred.
• Water jet experience preferred.
• Experience in managing major onboard systems by type and brand.
• Excellent marine industry career record.
• Maintain USCG physical standards.
• Stand/walk long hours; perform physically demanding tasks.
• Climb stairs, lift up to 50 lbs.
• Work in confined spaces aboard vessel.
• Be able to obtain/maintain Secret clearance.
• Complete IMO-HSC Type Rating program.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and operate vessel systems per USCG, FCC and related regs.
• Report problems to Chief Engineer; understudy and act in absence.
• Perform preventative maintenance and manage spare parts; pump sewage/oily water as needed.
• Train engineers; maintain logs; conduct emergency repairs.
• Maintain safe engine room and comply with regulations.
• Conduct drills with crew per Master/engineering needs.
• Work in marine environment with varying conditions; noise exposure.
• Rotational duty: generally 56 days on – 56 days off (+).
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Marine engineering

USCG License

STCW Certificate

TWIC

U.S. Passport

Five years experience

High speed vessel experience

Water jet experience

On-board systems management

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Bachelor’s degree preferred from maritime academy

Tools

USCG Unlimited horsepower

Job description

The Third Assistant Engineer is responsible for upkeep and maintenance of the USNS Guam’s engineering plant as well as supervision of engineering department members. The Guam is a rapid troop-transport vessel to Asia, with a home port of Singapore. Seaward Services covers all travel. Daily pay rate: $505.51

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintenance and operation of vessel systems within legal requirements of USCG, FCC and other pertinent regulatory agencies. Participate in the safe operation of the vessel as required within USCG regulations.
• Report any problems to the Chief Engineer immediately. Understudy the Chief Engineer and be able to act in his absence. Perform all duties and responsibilities normally expected of a vessel’s Third Assistant Engineer. Operate the vessel appropriate to the parameters of the IMO-HSC.
• Perform daily/weekly/monthly preventative maintenance as per maintenance schedule. Properly stock and inventory the vessel’s spare parts. Properly process and pump sewage and oily water tanks when needed. Assist shore technicians as needed. Maintain daily logs. Make emergency repairs when needed.
• Maintain a safe and clean engine room. Train new engineers as required. Ensure that performance and behavior of engineers meets legal and professional requirements.
• Conduct drills with Marine and Non-marine crew as directed by the Master or with engineering crew.
• The majority of work is performed in a Marine environment in both indoor and outdoor conditions with exposure to various temperatures and weather conditions, along with moderate to loud noise levels.
• The Marine operation is subject to varying levels of motion, movement, and vibration.
• The Third Assistant Engineer both lives and works onboard a vessel, on a rotational basis, generally for 56 Days on – 56 Days off (+).
• Other job duties as assigned

Requirements & Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred from maritime academy, or in related field, or equivalent experience.
• Third Assistant Engineer Unlimited Horsepower USCG License.
• STCW 95 Certificate
• A valid Transportation Workers Identification Credential (TWIC)
• Have and maintain a valid U.S. Passport.
• Computer literacy in Microsoft office software.
• Ability to use independent judgment and discretion to develop and execute innovative solutions to engineering problems.
• Possess and demonstrate superior mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, electronic, and other skills exercised in engineering management of a large motor vessel.
• Demonstrate appropriate management and administrative skills.
• Utilize proven training and mentoring techniques.
• Possess a thorough understanding of all-pertinent regulations and laws.
• Communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing.
• Logically and independently plan, organize, and complete work assignments.
• Demonstrate well-developed inter-personal skills.
• Set and achieve high standards of performance.
• Demonstrate initiative and be able to make progress on multiple assignments under time constraints.
• Possess excellent analytical, problem-solving, critical thinking and decision-making skills
• Five years’ experience as Marine Engineer demonstrating the ability to handle increasing levels of responsibility.
• High Speed passenger vessel experience preferred.
• Water Jet Experience preferred.
• Specific training and experience in management of major on-board systems by type and brand.
• Excellent career record in the marine industry.
• Maintain compliance with USCG physical standards.
• Ability to stand and walk on nearly a constant basis; ability to work long hours each day.
• Ability to bend, rotate and reach frequently.
• Ability to carry, push/pull and/or lift materials weighing upwards of 50 lbs.
• Ascending/descending stairs or ladders safely.
• Ability to manipulate/handle/grip materials required to perform job.
• Ability to maneuver through/in/around small and/or confined areas within the vessel.
• Must be able to maintain both static and dynamic standing balance to complete various duties associated with job.
• Must be capable of performing emergency duties as listed in the vessel’s station bill.
• Successful completion of in-house IMO-HSC Type Rating Program.
• Be able to acquire and maintain a Secret Clearance.
• Accept Immunizations as required by Contract due to area of operation and/or nature of work.
• Participate in Seawards Services, Inc. (SSI), Military Sealift Command (MSC), Safety, Seamanship and other training or meetings as required.