Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 10, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 10, 2026. Saipem scores A on the Alion truth index.
Company Description:
Join Saipem and engineer a sustainable future.
We are a global leader in engineering and construction for the energy and infrastructure sectors, delivering complex onshore and offshore projects worldwide. Driven by technological innovation as “One Company”, our 30,000 people from over 130 nationalities in more than 50 countries work every day to enable the energy transition toward Net Zero. At Saipem, your expertise helps shape the future globally for environmental sustainability.
Project: PLBH
Job Title: 2nd Engineer
Location: Worldwide (currently for PLBH)
Job Description:
MISSION
Operate on a ship powered by main propulsion machinery of 3.000kW propulsion or more, supervise the engine department next in rank to the Chief Engineer
Be the second in charge of the Chief Engineer and assist him for the efficient running of the ship, implementing all the rules and regulation according to International conventions and regulations, Flag state requirements, Class requirements, local requirements and regulations and Company policy
Whenever required, act as MS (maintenance Supervisor) or as defined in IMO resolution A. 1079 (28)
TASKS
Report to Chief Engineer, be familiar with and maintain awareness of the relevant Company requirements, the latest industry codes and standards including statutory rules and regulations; ensure all workspace technical and maintenance activities are carried out consistently with Company policies and in accordance to Vessel Management Manual
Ensure that the Asset Management Operative System (AMOS) is rigorously implemented in order to survey, test and maintain all machinery/equipment of the ship, comprising Emergency and Safety systems and all Corporate owned/rented equipment which may be operated on/from the vessel, in accordance with statutory, class, flag state, company requirements and standards
Supervise bunkering/offloading of fuel/oil, the refueling of vessels ensure for efficient and timely ordering, in consultation with the Chief Engineer, of adequate resources and spares for mechanical equipment
Ensure that engine room operations are carried out and report to the Chief Engineer unsafe acts/conditions and any defects with implications for safe operation, marine environment and navigability in compliance with HSES and Company procedures; perform duties within the vessel emergency team as indicated in Emergency Preparedness Manual
Ensure that permit to work system and relevant isolation and confined space entry procedures are understood and observed
Ensure adequate training of the crew of his duty shift, included those in the emergency team, issue hand-over reports to own relieve and copies the Chief Engineer Authority
Assign work instructions and duties to the engine crew
Issue instructions and orders to engine crew
Take immediate actions to avoid pollution to the marine environment
Maintain safe working practices
To have a full understanding of Engine Room and Production equipment
Maintain the vessel in accordance with class and statutory legislation
Compliance with appropriate and applicable legislative requirements
Monitoring and prevent environmental pollution according to MARPOL
Take over the watch as per Company procedures
Support Chief Engineer with Engines Area related Marine QMS Tasks implementation
Ensure Correct implementation of instruments/Equipment Calibration Management under Chief Engineer guidance
To be responsible for Engine Room Related materials certificates management and traceability
Coordinate with ASSET Project QCC during Vessel Maintenance activities with reference to specific inspection task as applicable
QUALIFICATIONS
STCW required certificates, National CoC Reg. III/2 and endorsement
Completion of all training and certifications as described in the Training Matrix
MOU stability course (where applicable)
EXPERIENCE
Minimum three (3) Years as Officer in Charge of Engineering Watch (Expert Seniority).
A minimum experience of One (1) year on off-shore activity unless a defined rank of Chief Engineer had been previously covered on board merchant marine vessels
Note: For Italian Seafarers the correspondent designation of Second Engineer is "Primo Ufficiale di Macchina"
MATRIX TRAINING NAME STCW REG.
STCW Certificate of competency III/2
STCW Personal survival techniques A-VI/1-1
STCW Fire prevention and firefighting A-VI/1-2
STCW Elementary first aid A-VI/1-3
STCW Personal safety & social responsibilities A-VI/1-4
STCW Proficiency in survival craft and rescue boat (other than fast rescue boat) A-VI/2-1
STCW Advanced firefighting A-VI/3
STCW Medical first aid A-VI/4-1
STCW Security awareness A-VI/6-1
STCW Seafarers with designated security duties A-VI/6-2
STCW Leadership & teamwork (engine) A-III/1
STCW High voltage safety course (management level) III/2 (Mng lev)
SOLAS Chapter III 19.3.3.8 (Marine Evacuation System) - -
OPITO H2S awareness course - -
OPITO Basic offshore safety & emergency training including HUET and CA-EBS - -
-- Safe Return to Port - -
-- Damage control team - -
What are we looking for?
Education: Master's Degree/bachelor’s degree
Experience: 3 years as a 2nd/1st Engineer within offshore Oil & Gas
Languages: English Language skills required
Technical Skills:
3 years of experience in the position as 1st Engineer onboard offshore construction vessels
Experience in position onboard pipelay vessels is highly preferable
What can we offer to you:
Open ended contract
Corporate Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance.
Our One Saipem Way soft skills model leverages on skills development, career growth, opportunities to innovate through complex challenges by promoting communication and collaboration to achieve common goals.
Additional Information
We embrace diversity! At Saipem, we believe that innovation thrives through diversity. Our culture is built on mutual respect, collaboration, inclusion and the belief that our differences drive our progress.
Safety and Sustainability matter to us! Operating in difficult and at times extreme situations, the focus is always on the health and safety of people and the preservation of the natural ecosystem.
Find out more in our website: https://www.saipem.com/en/gpsag
One vision, many paths, limitless possibilities.
Global Projects Services AG

