Job Scope

Core Responsibilities

• Report to the Master and lead the Engine Department.
• Responsible for safe and efficient operation, maintenance, and management of all onboard machinery and technical systems.
• Delegate engine room watches at sea and in port.
• Manage boilers, propulsion units, cargo handling equipment, and all onboard machinery and electrical systems.
• Oversee the Planned Maintenance System (PMS) in line with Company guidelines.
• Maintain accurate engineering records and report regularly to Fleet Management Department (FMD).
• Ensure cleanliness and upkeep of machinery spaces and storage compartments.
• Monitor and manage inventory of fuel, lubricants, engine stores, and water.
• Maintain Oil Record Book Part I per Safety Management System procedures.
• Keep Master informed of machinery issues affecting seaworthiness.
• Ensure maintenance of engine room life-saving and fire-fighting equipment.
• Promote crew familiarity with emergency systems and enforces PPE usage.

Engineering Practices & Discipline

• Ensure compliance with all applicable rules, regulations, and Company instructions.
• Supervise engineering staff and maintain discipline and efficiency.
• Allocate watchkeeping duties to ensure competent oversight of machinery spaces.

Training & Safety

• Support training of Junior Engineers, cadets, and ratings.
• Promote safety culture and investigate incidents, near misses, and conducts risk assessments.
• Ensure crew compliance with safety regulations and emergency procedures.
• Supervise engineering tasks for professional execution.
• Test and record emergency machinery performance.
• Maintains clean and operational machinery spaces.
• Ensure firefighting and monitoring equipment are functional.

Communication & Documentation

• Communicate technical matters to FMD via Master.
• Conduct Root Cause Analysis for major failures and reports follow-up actions.
• Safeguard technical documentation including instruction books, diagrams, and survey records.
• Maintain and update machinery-related plans and manuals.

Fuel Oil & Bunkering

• Ensure sufficient fuel oil of suitable quality is available for voyage.
• Supervise all bunkering operations and maintains five-day reserve policy.
• Monitor daily bunker tank levels and advises Master accordingly.
• Promote economical fuel usage.

Plant & Electrical Management

• Conduct frequent inspections of machinery and spaces.
• Ensure efficient and safe plant operation.
• Maintain alternators, generators, wiring, and electrical equipment.
• Prohibit unauthorized installations or modifications without Company approval.

Voyage & Port Repairs

• Coordinate with Master on vessel stay duration for repair planning.
• Submit Risk Assessment and Safe Working Procedures to Company for immobilization approval.
• Ensure Master is informed of maneuvering limitations during repairs.

Change of Appointment

• Relieving Chief Engineer must inspect machinery spaces and equipment with outgoing Chief Engineer.
• Review outstanding and completed repairs/surveys.
• Confirm availability of technical documentation and records.
• Assess operating parameters and daily consumables usage.

Requirements

• Holder of valid Class 1 Certificate of Competency
• At least 12 months experience as Chief Engineer onboard