Chief Engineer, Unlicensed

At UnCruise Adventures, we work together to provide an enriching adventure experience while inspiring an appreciation of local cultures and the natural world. This means we kayak among icebergs, travel to hidden waterfalls, snorkel with sea lions, dive with manta rays, and share air with whales. Our destinations include Alaska, the Hawaiian Islands, Mexico’s Sea of Cortes, and Costa Rica.

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• 401k with employer match (qualifications required)
• Credential reimbursement (qualifications required)
• Travel provided to and from the vessel

The Chief Engineer position begins in shipyard (Seattle, WA) over the winter months prior to the summer 2026 Alaska Sailing Season. The Chief Engineer will work a rotational schedule during the season.

The Chief Engineer is responsible for the maintenance, operation, and repair of all vessel systems. On our larger vessels the Chief Engineer manages Assistant Engineer. The Chief Engineer reports to the Master of the vessel and will assist the Master in communicating and enforcing all company policies and procedures.

Maritime Engineering School Graduate in good standing and/or a Designated Duty Engineer License, or equivalent, preferred.

Two years experience as Engineer onboard similar sized passenger vessels preferred.

Strong knowledge of diesel propulsion and electrical generating systems, fuel centrifuges, air compressors, pumps, hydraulics, water makers, hotel systems, plumbing, refrigeration, heating, and air conditioning.

Maintain professional demeanor at all times.

Strong time management skills: able to handle multiple tasks, set priorities and meet deadlines.

Crisis management: work well under pressure, act quickly and decisively using sound judgment.

Computer experience:
Microsoft programs Excel, Word, and SharePoint are required.

Government  (REAL ) or Passport

CPR / First Aid / AED

TWIC

Drug/Alcohol Test Specimen Collector (Company Provided)

Repair and Maintenance:

Maintain the ship in a state of readiness at all times.

Maintain potable water and auto chlorination system.

Maintain black water/gray water/waste tanks, treatment, and testing program.

Monitor and ensures completion of all deficiencies noted in Cabin Maintenance Notebook.

Oversee all fuel, oil and Potable water bunkering operations and ensures safety and environmental compliance.

Oversee and maintain vessel systems including engineering, deck and hotel department preventative maintenance programs on a daily, weekly and monthly basis with the support of the Assistant Engineer.

Proactively participates in dry docking, shipyard repair and maintenance periods.

Directly supervises the Assistant Engineer (where applicable).

Monitors and counsels work performance throughout the year and conducts written performance evaluations.

Trains all new and relief Chief Engineers and Assistant Engineers.

Administrative:

Keep vessel maintenance records, inventories, and voyage status reports. Make proposals for maintenance and repair projects.

Assist in building the annual shipyard budget and manage projects to the established budget.

Maintain log sheets for all equipment.

Oversee all accounting reports, inventory and requisitions regarding equipment maintenance.

Track all vessel Non-Conformity Reports and Equipment Deficiencies in the company PMP (HELM) program for vessels

Safety and Security:

Follow company safety and pollution prevention policies and procedures and will request supervisory assistance/guidance when necessary.

Conduct periodic inspections to ensure that crew observes regulations pertaining to safe vessel operation.

Prepare the vessel for all U.S. Coast Guard annual drydocks and other inspections.

Participate in shore side and on-board training as required by the company.

Maintain familiarity with all duties under the company Safety Management System including Emergency Response Activities.

Communication

Skills:

The Chief Engineer will interact with our passengers daily and must be professional and engaging at all times. Must be able to interpret…