2ND W/K ENGINEER

2nd W/K Engineer for Dredger

• Assist the Chief Engineer in the safe, reliable and efficient operation of all engineering machinery onboard the dredger.
• Take responsibility for engine-room watchkeeping and ensure continuous monitoring of main engines, generators and auxiliary systems.
• Operate and maintain main propulsion, auxiliary engines, pumps, compressors, boilers and associated machinery.
• Monitor and maintain dredging-related equipment, including dredge pumps, cutter drive, hydraulic systems, winches, spud and ladder machinery as applicable.
• Carry out planned maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting and repairs in accordance with the vessel's PMS.
• Monitor machinery parameters, identify abnormalities and take timely corrective action to prevent breakdowns and downtime.
• Assist with major machinery overhauls, dry-docking, repairs, surveys and commissioning activities.
• Ensure proper operation and maintenance of fuel, lubrication, cooling, bilge, ballast, fire-fighting and hydraulic systems.
• Maintain accurate engine-room logs, maintenance records, checklists and defect reports.
• Supervise and guide junior engineering crew during maintenance and operational activities.
• Coordinate with the Dredge Master, Chief Engineer and deck team to ensure uninterrupted dredging operations.
• Maintain adequate stocks of critical spares, tools and engineering consumables and report requirements to the Chief Engineer.
• Ensure compliance with ISM, SOLAS, MARPOL, Class, Flag and company HSE requirements.
• Participate in emergency drills and respond effectively to machinery breakdowns and other onboard emergencies.
• Support the Chief Engineer in maintaining high machinery reliability, fuel efficiency, safety standards and minimum vessel downtime.

Bachelor's degree in marine/mechanical engineering

5-10 years' experience, preferably onboard Dredger.