Chief Engineer

Wagenborg Crew Management B.V.; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 984,898 - 1,313,197; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Job Security and Flexible Planning

Competitive Salary

Career Development and Guidance on the Job

Free Internet on board

Reimbursement of travel costs

Reimbursement of STCW registration and certification

World Wide Sailing Area

4 month rotation

Job summary

Wagenborg Crew Management B.V. is seeking a Chief Engineer to join our Shipping Fleet in Cape Town, South Africa. You will be responsible for overseeing the engineering operations of our General Cargo vessels, ensuring the safe and efficient operation of machinery and equipment.

The ideal candidate will have valid STCW qualifications, strong leadership skills, and a minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role. We offer competitive salary and job security with flexible planning.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role.
• Knowledge of relevant regulations and industry standards.
• Experience with general cargo trade.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the engineering team onboard General Cargo vessels.
• Ensure compliance with all safety and environmental regulations.
• Oversee maintenance and repair of machinery and equipment.
• Monitor and optimize fuel consumption and engine performance.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure smooth operations.

Skills

Excellent English communication skills

Strong leadership skills

Excellent problem-solving abilities

Education

Valid applicable Certificate of Competence (STCW III/2 or III/3)

Valid STCW Training Certificates

Valid Seafarer Medical Certificate

Job description

Wagenborg Crew Management is seeking for a Chief Engineer to join our Shipping Fleet.

In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing the engineering operations of our General Cargo vessels. As a key member of our team, you will ensure the safe and efficient operation of the vessel's machinery and equipment.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and manage the engineering team onboard General Cargo vessels
• Ensure compliance with all safety and environmental regulations
• Oversee maintenance and repair of machinery and equipment
• Monitor and optimize fuel consumption and engine performance
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure smooth operations

What we offer

• Job Security and Flexible Planning
• Competitive Salary (salary range based on all in monthly wages)
• World Wide Sailing Area
• 4 month rotation
• Free Internet on board
• Reimbursement of travel costs
• Reimbursement of STCW registration and certification
• Career Development and Guidance on the Job

This vacancy is specifically handled by our South African Agency (SAMTRA). At this agency we are bound to only process applications of local applicants and therefore cannot process other applications. Our network of individual offices and agencies recruit crewmembers on a global basis and regularly publish vacancies online for their specific regions. Please keep an eye out on our website for vacancies published by our other offices and agencies.

Required qualifications

• Valid applicable Certificate of Competence (STCW III/2 or III/3)
• Valid STCW Training Certificates
• Valid Seafarer Medical Certificate
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role
• Excellent English communication skills
• Excellent problem-solving abilities
• Strong leadership skills
• Knowledge of relevant regulations and industry standards
• Experience with general cargo trade
• Experience with mixed Nationality crew
• Preferred experience as a Single Engineer