Vessel Engineer (Kyle of Lochalsh, Ross-shire, GB, IV40 8AJ)

Serco
United Kingdom
Workplace: OnsiteFull timeFunction: Solutions Engineering & Sales EngineeringSkills: ["Communication","Problem-solving","Teamwork","Leadership","Methodical approach"]

Vessel Engineer responsible for the safe operation and maintenance of all propulsion, auxiliary and deck machinery, electrical systems and domestic installations aboard a specialist vessel. Works within a multi-skilled team on the Raasay Ranges out of Kyle of Lochalsh, reporting to the Master and ensuring reliability, compliance with safety rules, and efficient engine room management on a 6 weeks on/3 weeks off rota.

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Serco
Serco
6 months ago

Vessel Engineer (Kyle of Lochalsh, Ross-shire, GB, IV40 8AJ)

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Job Summary

Vessel Engineer responsible for the safe operation and maintenance of all propulsion, auxiliary and deck machinery, electrical systems and domestic installations aboard a specialist vessel. Works within a multi-skilled team on the Raasay Ranges out of Kyle of Lochalsh, reporting to the Master and ensuring reliability, compliance with safety rules, and efficient engine room management on a 6 weeks on/3 weeks off rota.
Location: United Kingdom
Workplace: Onsite
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: Solutions Engineering & Sales Engineering

Key Responsibilities

  • •Ensure safe and efficient operation and maintenance of all propulsion, auxiliary and deck machinery, electrical appliances, domestic installations, fittings and structures within and out with the machinery spaces and such items as may be detailed by the Company from time to time.
  • •Consult at least daily with the Master to achieve maximum economy while maintaining minimum efficiency of the machinery, and keep the Master informed of any engine room occurrences affecting navigation or essential services.
  • •Assist the Master to ensure compliance with Oil and Environmental Pollution Prevention Legislation and familiarise responsible Officers with Emergency Procedures, Contingency Plans and Safety/ Pollution Prevention equipment.
  • •Become familiar with details of vessel construction, machinery and operating characteristics; be responsible for the overall control configuration of the vessel and all systems/equipment.
  • •Keep accurate records of labour, bunkers, lubricants and water consumption; ensure Planned Maintenance and both normal and emergency repair work is carried out with minimal disruption and maximum reliability.

Pay and Benefits

Perks:PensionLearning BudgetEmployee AssistanceDiscountsVolunteering

Key Requirements

  • •Certificate of Competence as SMEO as a minimum
  • •STCW Personal Survival Techniques (5 Year Refresher Course)
  • •STCW Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities (5 Year Refresher Course)
  • •STCW Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting (5 Year Refresher Course)
  • •STCW Certificate of Proficiency in Survival Craft (5 Year Refresher Course)
Skills:CommunicationProblem-solvingTeamworkLeadershipMethodical approach
Certifications:STCW Personal Survival TechniquesSTCW Personal Safety and Social ResponsibilitiesSTCW Fire Prevention and Fire FightingSTCW Certificate of Proficiency in Survival CraftCertificate of Competence as SMEO

Company Brief

Serco
Provides public services across defence, transport, health, justice, immigration and citizen services, delivering operations, consultancy and managed services to governments and commercial clients worldwide.
Industry: Professional Services
Company Size: Enterprise (1,001+ employees)
Revenue: USD 1B+
Growth: Public Company
Valuation: Public Company (Market Cap in USD)
Funding: IPO / Publicly Listed
Headquarters: Hook, United Kingdom
Founded: 1929
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