3rd Engineer Officer

Department: Technical

Employment Type: Fixed Term Contract

Reporting To: Chief Engineer

Description

Supervising Engineer. Assists the Officer in Charge of the Engine Watch by monitoring the safe and proper operation of all main propulsion and auxiliary engines and the systems, machinery and equipment in the engine room as directed by Staff Engineer Officer or the Senior Watchkeeper.  

Key Responsibilities

• Maintains proper operation of the vessel’s main and auxiliary machinery and equipment, including the potable water system to USPH standards and assigned operating station in the engine room.
• Maintains accurate entries in logbooks and planned maintenance system as required.
• Performs planned maintenance in accordance with the maintenance schedule in AMOS. 
• Stands and supervises a watch keeping shift as Senior Watch Keeper in Charge of the Watch, which includes monitoring and, where necessary, adjusting all vital parameters/settings to obtain/maintain a safe and economical sailing; calling for a red manning; fuel counter, if arrival; accurately maintaining logs; monitoring alarms; and effectively communicating with the bridge.  
• Works and communicates effectively with Deck and Hotel personnel.
• Prioritizes ethics and compliance including health, environmental protection, safety and security in day to day duties.
• Participates in weekly emergency drills.
• Other duties as assigned by the Staff Engineer Officer or Chief Engineer.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

Education:  

• National Seaman’s Book 
• National Chief Engineer, 2nd Engineer or Engine OOW Certificate of Competency, unlimited (as accepted by the Flag State of the vessel).
• If required, Chief Engineer, 2nd Engineer or Engine OOW Certificate of Equivalent Competency issued by the Flag State of the vessel.
• Completed cadet training, preferable on deep sea trade vessels.

Experience: 

• Prior work experience with HAL preferred
• Prior knowledge of safety and seamanship, electronics, machining and fabrication, and general maintenance skills.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:  

• See HRP-1200 STCW/COC requirements for a 3rd Engineer.
• See TRG-1001 CSMART requirements for a 3rd Engineer.