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Chief Marine Engineer

• Based out of their Southampton Depot
• Salary up to £74,000
• 3 weeks on 3 week off rotation
• For more information, please email .

Chief Marine Engineer Description:

• Maintain a comprehensive list of critical equipment, establishing maintenance schedules to minimise downtime, focusing on diesel engines, propulsion systems, and navigational equipment.
• Liaise with onboard senior staff and logistics to ensure adequate safety and operational spare parts.
• Develop a preventive maintenance programme to shift from scheduled to condition-based maintenance, reducing unplanned repairs.
• Monitor planned maintenance execution and collaborate with Ship Managers to ensure maintenance objectives are met.
• Identify external support for equipment upgrades and troubleshooting, ensuring compliance with OEM standards.
• Assist in preparing refit specifications and cover for Ship Manager duties as required.

Key Accountabilities:

• Ensure health and safety compliance and contribute to environmental objectives.
• Support fleet efficiency and optimise operational costs.
• Uphold quality standards and compliance with legal obligations.
• Collaborate with the Technical Operations Manager on asset lifecycle strategies.

Competencies:

• Strong work ethic and service orientation.
• Ability to manage contractor performance and drive operational improvements.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and team leadership skills.

To be considered:Please either apply by clicking online or emailing me directly . For further information please call me on / . By applying for this role, you give express consent for us to process and submit (subject to required skills) your application to our client in conjunction with this vacancy only.