Vessel Engineer

We are seeking a qualified Vessel Engineer to perform maintenance and repair of our vessel’s mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems. The role involves ensuring equipment readiness for vessel operations, performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting issues, and operating hydraulic equipment such as winches and deck cranes and rigging.

This position requires strong technical expertise, critical thinking, and maritime experience. The Vessel Engineer will collaborate closely with the captain and crew, manage inventory, conduct safety inspections, and maintain detailed operational logs, effectively balancing ship operations with the specific demands of maritime work.

• Maintenance and Repair:
  Perform comprehensive upkeep on main engines, generators, pumps, electrical, and hydraulic systems, etc.
• Troubleshooting:
  Diagnose and fix mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical issues
• Operations:
  Operate and maintain engine room and deck equipment, maintaining a clean and efficient work environment, keeping daily logs, reporting issues to the captain.
• Safety & Compliance:
  Implement fire prevention, maintain emergency equipment following GMS Vessel Maintenance Procedures, and ensure adherence to maritime life saving equipment regulations (USCG).
• Inventory:
  Manage spare parts, supplies, and order minor equipment.
• Documentation:
  Maintain engineering logs and prepare records.

• Education:
  
  High School
• Experience:
  
  Minimum 3 years experience with marine diesel engines, electrical/hydraulic systems, and vessel maintenance.
• Certifications:
  
  TWIC, STCW
• Personal
  
  Skills:
  
  Critical thinking, problem-solving, communication, detail-orientation, and teamwork.
• Physically fit, with the ability to lift heavy items, bend, and stand for long periods
• Comfortable working long hours, including weekends and holidays, as operational needs demand
• Familiarity with basic marine safety procedures and protocols

• Extended periods at sea; willingness to work in a shipboard environment.
• Work with vessel crew, and assist 3rd party marine technicians when needed
• Reports to the Captain for ship operations
• Provide assistance with customers as needed.

• Competitive daily pay based on experience
• Opportunities for overtime during peak season
• Supportive team environment with room to grow
• On-the-job training and safety certifications (where applicable)
• A dynamic work setting on the water, with variety in daily responsibilities

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