Chief Engineer in Bournemouth

Chief Engineer (Maritime Sector) – South Coast – Salary to £75,000 About the Company Our client is an award winning marine ferry operator with a substantial presence on the South Coast, operating a number of advanced vessels.

They pride themselves on providing reliable, efficient, and comfortable crossings for both passengers and vehicles.

Modern fleet and convenient routes from the South Coast offering seamless travel experiences for tourists, commuters, and residents.

Their investment and commitment to environmental sustainability is also noteworthy.

Chief Engineer (Maritime Sector) – The Rewards

• Salary up to £75,000
• 33 Days Holidays
• Favourable scheduling and working patterns
• 10% contributory pension scheme
• Life assurance x 4 salary
• Development programmes with a pathway to Superintendent
• Overtime available (at excellent rates)
• Employee assistance programme
• Electric car scheme
• Travel benefits

Chief Engineer (Maritime Sector) – Requirements

• You must hold as a minimum either the MCA Certificate of Competency or The Certificate of Equivalent Competency (we cannot progress applications that do not have either certifications)
• Experience within passenger ferries is essential
• Ideal further qualifications also include; a Chief Engineer Officer III/2 Motor or Chief Engineer III/2 Yacht (Y1) Certificate of Competency (with EOOW unlimited), full STCW Certificates HELM and ENG1.
• Comprehensive knowledge of marine equipment and company procedures
• Good understanding of Safe Working Practices
• Maintenance requirements of the emergency equipment
• Good understanding of available fire fighting equipment and thorough knowledge of emergency procedures
• A practical knowledge of electrical engineering
• Demonstrate Leadership
• Team player with good English communication skills
• Problem Solver and Trouble-Shooter
• Flexibility for some (well-paid) overtime during busy seasonal periods

Chief Engineer (Maritime Sector) – Responsibilities

• Part of a dynamic Engineering team dedicated to providing exceptional maritime transportation services to passengers and communities
• The Chief Engineer ensures that all Engine Room, Machinery Spaces and Desk Machinery and equipment is in good working order and properly maintained to ensure operational reliability
• The Chief Engineer also leads the technical standards on board and ensures the effective implementation of the associated areas of the Safety Management System
• As a technical professional, the role requires an MCA Certificate of Competency (or higher certification), we would also welcome applications from those with The Certificate of Equivalent Competency
• Safety and Protection of the Environment
• Flag and classification standards
• Planned maintenance, refits and defect repair
• Lead on the technical standards on board and ensures the effective implementation of the associated areas of the Safety Management System
• Ensure repairs are carried out in a timely manner and to a high standard
• Strong administrative and practical support to the survey Chief Engineer in planning refits
• Effective liaison with the superintendents ensuring full clear and concise communications is essential
• An ability to lead, motivate and develop junior officers and ratings is required, as well as to develop strong working relationships with the deck officers and ratings.

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