Chief Engineer

Chief Engineer

Serco Maritime Services, Kyle of Lochalsh

Permanent, Full Time, 6 weeks on/3 weeks off- Opportunity to live afloat of required 

Competitive salary plus benefits 

In the Kyle of Lochalsh, we have an exciting opportunity for a Chief Engineer to join the team, the rotation for this role is 6 weeks on/3 weeks off. This post offers an exciting opportunity for the right applicant to support a professional multi-skilled team operating from beautiful Kyle of Lochalsh for customers who expect and deserve the best service.

Serco Maritime Services deliver maritime support packages tailored to our customers’ needs all delivered within a national accreditation framework. As owners and operators of specialist vessels, from harbour workboats to oceangoing support vessels, we provide world class integrated maritime services both in the UK and abroad. Our vessels provide a range of support, which include for example: dive support, military training, submarine rescue exercises, target/test equipment deployment/recovery and passenger transfers.

This Chief Engineer role will ensure the following as a minimum:

Safe and efficient operation and maintenance of all propulsion, auxiliary and deck machinery, electrical appliances, air conditioning, domestic installations, boilers, fittings and structures within and without the machinery spaces and such items as may be detailed by the Company from time to time.
Daily consultation with the Master and vessel crew in order to achieve the maximum economy consistent with the minimum efficiency required of the machinery under his/her charge.  He/she must keep the Master promptly and fully informed of any occurrences in the engine room which might affect navigation, propulsion or the essential services under his control.
Follow Company policies/procedures relating to his department, making sure that his team are alerted to Company requirements particularly safety, on any relevant matters.
Maintain vessel administration/upkeep of Classification Society Survey requirements for both hull and machinery in support of ashore Technical team.
Be fully conversant with the use of all safety equipment, emergency procedures and vessel contingency plans.
Be familiar with safety routines and ensure necessary safeguards are in place before any work commences.

Essential Qualifications/Experience:

Certificate of Competence as Chief Engineer (3000kW) 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)
STCW Proficiency in Designated Security Duties (5 Year Refresher Course)
STCW Elementary First Aid
Unrestricted ENG1
Passport
Methodical in approach

Desirable skills, knowledge and qualifications:

Ship’s Safety Officer – Preferred
Manual Handling
Familiarisation with company/industry specific systems:Company Safety Management System (SMS)
Integrated Management System (IMS)
International Safety Management (ISM)
International Ship and Port Facility Security Code (ISPS)
Code of Safe Working Practices (CoSWP)
International Organisational for Standardisation (ISO)

What we offer:

Salary: Competitive salaries with annual reviews
Pension: Up to 6% contributory pension scheme
Holidays: 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays
Training and development: We offer a wide range of learning opportunities with over 1,100 internal courses available, funding for qualifications and apprenticeships, mentoring opportunities, and a focus on internal progression
Wellbeing: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, BUPA Anytime HealthLine, wellbeing app, Simplyhealth cash plans to claim back money towards healthcare costs, 30% off at Serco-managed leisure centres
Discounts: Save across around 1,000 retailers, from food and clothing to days out, entertainment and travel
ShareSave scheme: Helps you save regularly with the choice to buy Serco shares at a discount at the end of your savings period
Employee networks: Dedicated networks where colleagues can come together to find support, share challenges, discuss ideas, network and be part of a community
Charity: Support a charity or organisation with a paid volunteering day each year. You can also choose to donate to your favourite charity tax-free, through our Payroll Giving Scheme.