Chief Engineer
Serco Group Plc, Kyle of Lochalsh, Highland
Chief Engineer
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Serco Group Plc, Kyle of Lochalsh, Highland
- Full time
- Temporary
- Remote working
Posted 1 day ago, 31 Oct | Get your application in today.
Closing date: Closing date not specified
job Ref: ce9bd235bc364263a5d74ba76bac47f1
Full Job Description
In the Kyle of Lochalsh, we have an exciting opportunity for a Chief Engineer to join the team, the rotation for this role is 6 weeks on/3 weeks off. This post offers an exciting opportunity for the right applicant to support a professional multi-skilled team operating from beautiful Kyle of Lochalsh for customers who expect and deserve the best service.
This Chief Engineer role will ensure the following as a minimum:
Safe and efficient operation and maintenance of all propulsion, auxiliary and deck machinery, electrical appliances, air conditioning, domestic installations, boilers, fittings and structures within and without the machinery spaces and such items as may be detailed by the Company from time to time.
Daily consultation with the Master and vessel crew in order to achieve the maximum economy consistent with the minimum efficiency required of the machinery under his/her charge. He/she must keep the Master promptly and fully informed of any occurrences in the engine room which might affect navigation, propulsion or the essential services under his control.
Follow Company policies/procedures relating to his department, making sure that his team are alerted to Company requirements particularly safety, on any relevant matters.
Maintain vessel administration/upkeep of Classification Society Survey requirements for both hull and machinery in support of ashore Technical team.
Be fully conversant with the use of all safety equipment, emergency procedures and vessel contingency plans.
Be familiar with safety routines and ensure necessary safeguards are in place before any work commences.
Certificate of Competence as Chief Engineer (3000kW) as a minimum
STCW Personal Survival Techniques (5 Year Refresher Course)
STCW Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities (5 Year Refresher Course)
STCW Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting (5 Year Refresher Course)
STCW Certificate of Proficiency in Survival Craft (5 Year Refresher Course)
STCW Proficiency in Designated Security Duties (5 Year Refresher Course)
STCW Elementary First Aid
Unrestricted ENG1
Passport
Methodical in approach
DESIRABLE SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Ship's Safety Officer - Preferred
Manual Handling
Serco Maritime Services deliver maritime support packages tailored to our customers' needs all delivered within a national accreditation framework. As owners and operators of specialist vessels, from harbour workboats to oceangoing support vessels, we provide world class integrated maritime services both in the UK and abroad. Our vessels provide a range of support, which include for example: dive support, military training, submarine rescue exercises, target/test equipment deployment/recovery and passenger transfers.