Chief Engineer (SF)
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 25, 2026. First seen by Alion on Dec 18, 2025. Maersk scores A on the Alion truth index.
Maersk is very interested in receiving applications from qualified experienced seafarers for the above listed position for Container Vessels.
We offer
Key position in the world’s largest Container shipping company. You will have challenging opportunities to contribute with and develop your A competencies on technically advanced vessels with the best and latest machinery. You will also have the chance to influence and optimize efficiency and procedures in line with increasing empowerment of our vessels.
Key responsibilities
- Control, supervise and delegate maintenance and repair of all machineries and equipment including: - Safety equipment - Refrigerated cargo - Navigation, communication, deck and hull items
- Execute administration, management and supervision within the scope of responsibility, to ensure that tasks are performed in a: - Safe - Efficient o Cost effective manner that fulfils compliance with relevant legislation, class requirements, and the Company's procedures
- Keep the Master and appropriate departments ashore well informed, so they can coordinate and control activities toward maximizing safety, environmental protection and quality
- Advise the Master about failures of machinery and equipment and highlight the implications of such failures on shipboard operations
- Obtain permission from the master before starting maintenance on critical equipment
- Understand the importance of providing information for other functions, particularly in matters which increase risk and have a potential negative effect on safety and environmental protection
- Take necessary measures to protect all people, the vessel, her equipment and cargo and the environment, as deemed necessary by using good seamanship
- Be responsible for conducting his/her duties, and deal with authorities, customers, charters, agents and suppliers, in the best interest of the company
- Control and review, cost and work practices, to ensure maximum efficiency is obtained and take corrective measures, when requirements are not met
- Realise the need for management systems and procedures, particularly in areas of: - Emergency - Malfunction safety back up - Contingency planning - Protection of the environment We are looking for At least 12 months seatime* in rank experience Chief Engineer experience on vessels with UMS and minimum 20000 BHP of relevant engine types For more information please contact: [email protected]
Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.
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