Overview
Join SVITZER as a Marine Engineer and become a Chief Engineer! SVITZER, a global leader in towage and related services, is seeking a talented Marine Engineer to join our London team who has the ambition to progress their career to becoming our next Chief Engineer with funded support from Svitzer.
Location: London operation. The team works on a 1 week on/off rotation and crew can live onboard.
Responsibilities
* Operational Excellence: Ensure all machinery on board is in top condition and operate it during vessel operations.
* Safety First: Maintain the safe operation of vessels, engines, generators, and associated machinery.
* Meticulous Maintenance: Keep all machinery (deck and engine) up to operational standards at all times.
* Ownership and Cleanliness: Ensure the vessel\'s machinery spaces are clean, tidy, and hazard-free.
* Proactive Reporting: Communicate faults to the Master and Superintendent Engineer and coordinate repairs.
* Routine Upkeep: Perform routine maintenance and ensure the Planned Maintenance System is executed.
* Resource Management: Maintain adequate supplies of lube oils and bunkers for continuous operations.
* Health & Safety Compliance: Conduct regular checks and address issues promptly.
* Regulatory Adherence: Follow company, MCA, and external guidelines; keep paperwork up to date.
* Team Leadership: Supervise and train engineering staff; foster collaboration and efficiency.
* Survey Coordination: Assist in dry-docking and survey planning; ensure timely completion of work.
* Defect Management: Advise the Master on defects; maintain a defect log and prioritise repairs with the Superintendent.
* Inter-Departmental Collaboration: Work with deck and engine teams.
* Continuous Improvement: Engage in mandatory and professional development training.
* Adaptability: Take on additional duties as needed.
Qualifications And Experience
* Minimum STCW III/1 Engineer Officer of the Watch (EOOW) Small Vessel
* All STCW basic training in date
* ENG1 Medical with at least 6 months until expiry
* Full UK Driving Licence
* Career minded and wanting to progress up to becoming a Chief Engineer
* Strong analytical skills and the ability to produce detailed, accurate reports
* Expertise in fault diagnosis and machinery repair
* Preferably experienced in harbour or terminal towage
* Some deck experience would be advantageous
* Strong administrative and computer skills
* Excellent communication skills
Benefits
* Competitive salary
* Company-sponsored training and certification
* Pension scheme
* Life insurance and healthcare options
* Access to an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
How To Apply
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Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Engineering and Information Technology
* Industries: Maritime Transportation
We value diversity and are committed to building an inclusive workplace. If you meet some but not all qualifications, we encourage you to apply anyway.
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