The Role
Leads the vessel’s Engine Department and oversees crew safety, machinery operation, maintenance, fuel and lubricating oil management, bunkering, environmental compliance, surveys, planned maintenance, technical records, and emergency readiness. The Chief Engineer trains and appraises engineering personnel, manages risks and budgets, ensures critical equipment reliability, supports the Master, and represents the company with third parties. Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, and calm decision-making are required.
Summary Generated by Built In
Vessel Information
Type: Container Ship
Gross Tonnage: 29658
Dead Weight: 37416
Built Year: 2023
Flag: MHL
Engine Maker: MAN B&W
Joining Date: 15 November 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
About
V.Group provides a full range of ship management and marine support services to ship owners and operators around the globe, as well as the ability to blend those services together in unique combinations to meet specific customer needs. Guided by our values, we aim to deliver excellence in every area in which we operate, with safety being our number one priority.To help us achieve that, our group of companies and brands work interdependently, operating across different sectors, allowing us to become a comprehensive supplier of maritime and offshore services around the world.
Skills Required
- Very good leadership skills, including motivating crew, gaining respect, and setting a positive example
- Very good managerial skills and ability to foster teamwork across different national cultures
- Positive and supportive approach to training and developing engineering personnel
- Excellent problem-solving skills
- Good communication skills
- Ability to remain calm and focused during emergencies and difficult situations
V.Group Limited Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about V.Group Limited and has not been reviewed or approved by V.Group Limited.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellbeing offerings for seafarers include physical and mental-health resources, training, communications, catering, travel support, insurance, and digital services. Some offices also note perks such as free meals, hybrid work options, and company activities.
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Healthcare Strength — Physical and mental-health resources and insurance-related support are highlighted, particularly for crew wellbeing.
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The Company
What We Do
V.Group is a leading global provider of ship management and marine services to the commercial shipping, cruise, energy, and defence industries.
