V.Group

Chief Engineer for Multipurpose vessel (Hiring Office: Shanghai)

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Job Description

Chief Engineer for Multipurpose vessel (Hiring Office: Shanghai)

Application Deadline: 30 May 2026

Department: Engine

Employment Type: Contract

Location: Shipboard


Type: General Cargo Ship (Multipurpose vessel)Gross Tonnage: 13110Dead Weight: 16956Built Year: 2013Flag: MHLEngine Maker: MAN B&WJoining Date: 01 June 2026

Key Responsibilities

· The Engine Department and the safety of the crew, machinery and environment directly within his control· Implementation of the Company's policies which are contained within the company procedures and other official company instructions on all machinery related operations, safety and environmental protection· Ensuring that Engine Department Officers and crew receive formal familiarisation training on embarking the vessel via the designated officer onboard· The onboard discipline, appraisal of all the Engine Department Officers and crew· Safe operation of the vessel's machinery and technical plant· Implementation of the Lock Out Tag Out system· Monitoring the performance of the main propulsion and auxiliary machinery· Accurate monitoring and control of the vessel's fuel and lubricating oil consumption, and the status of fuel and lubricating oil bunker quantities· Bunkering of fuel and lubricating oils, and other fluids as appropriate. The maintenance of the main propulsion, auxiliary machinery, cargo handling and deck machinery· Compliance with statutory and classification survey requirements, with regard to machinery and relevant spaces· Accurate entry of all operational machinery parameters by the watch keepers/duty engineers in the engine room log· Reporting of any accident and/or damage to the vessel's machinery or technical plant· Supervision and training of Engineer Cadets· Acting as Ship Security Officer along with the associated duties contained in the Ship’s Security Plan (note that this role may be undertaken by the Chief Officer)· Assessment and mitigation of all identified risks onboard in cooperation with other members of the shipboard management team · Ensuring that shipboard filing and technical drawing are up to date and maintained by the designated officers· Adhering to vessel budget allocation & purchasing procedures of the Company· Accurate maintenance of all records pertaining to bunker oil, waste oil and sludge onboard the vessel (Oil Record Book – Machinery, ER Sounding Book)· Supporting the Master in all aspects of the operation of the vessel and acting as the Company's technical representative when dealing with all third parties· Implementing & monitoring planned maintenance system (PMS) established onboard vessel· Ensuring that all critical equipment and machinery is in good working order and any defects are repaired or reported effectively to the Ship Management Office via the Master· Fully participating in Shipboard VMS Management meetings· Undertaking any other tasks, duties as required by the Company

PERSONAL BEHAVIOURS & QUALITIES

The job requires:• Very good leadership skills; in particular the ability to gain respect, to motivate and to set a positive example• Very good managerial skills; in particular the ability to contribute positively to an onboard team spirit that takes account of different National cultures• A positive and supportive approach to training which encourages Engine Department Officers and crew to develop and maintain their technical knowledge and skills• Excellent problem solving skills• Good communication skills• Ability to remain calm and focused at all times, in particular during emergency and/or difficult situations

V.Group

About V.Group

The committed partner of progress for everything at sea.

Industry
Transportation & Logistics
Company Size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
London, GB
Year Founded
Unknown
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