The job responsibilities of the Chief Engineer must include as a minimum:
The Chief Engineer reports to the Master.
2. Responsible for executing tug maintenance on board in accordance with the planned maintenance schedule and budget
3. Maintenance and repair of marine plant and equipment;
4. Supervision of personnel undertaking and assisting in the engineering function;
5. Signing off on maintenance work completed;
6. Preparation of maintenance and operational reports as required;
7. Participation in safety training, including the training of other crew members;
8. Assisting other engineers as required;
9. Monitoring and review of relevant occupational health and safety standards and procedures and reporting as appropriate;
10. Ensuring day-to-day compliance with relevant environmental regulations;
11. Participation in operational improvement exercises and liaison with SVITZER management regarding improved operational procedures, leading to a culture of continuous improvement.
12. Daily correct use and maintenance of all machinery, safety and environment protection equipment
13. The correct keeping of the Engine Logbook and Oil Record Book (when applicable)
14. Comply with local, regional, national, and international legislation.
15. Responsible for all bunker and internal oil transfers according to Bunkering of Fuel and Oils and Internal Transfer of Bunkers or Oil Products .
16. Comply with the regulations of the company safety management system.
17. Where required through local working arrangements; To perform operational duties, as required and directed, related to all tasks of the vessel including mooring/unmooring and tow line connection/disconnection.
18. Induction training of visitors, employees, and other persons authorized by SVITZER to access the vessel where a Master or Deck Officer is unavailable.
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In Svitzer we value the diversity of our talent and will always strive to recruit the best person for the job – we value diversity in all its forms, including but not limited to gender, age, nationality, race, sexual orientation, disability, or religious beliefs. We are proud of our diversity and see it as a genuine source of strength for building high performing teams.
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