Engineer

The Engineer is primary responsible to maintain the mechanical propulsion systems of a vessel, including the engines, pumps, boilers and generators. Additional responsibilities include maintaining electrical, refrigeration, ventilation, heating and cooling systems. The Engineer directly reports to the Nautical Manager.

TASKS

• Operating, repairing and maintaining and test the various systems aboard a ship, such as engines, electric motors, pumps, heating, ventilation, water and sewerage systems and other mechanical electrical equipment
• Refuelling, install and starting the engines and regulating engine speed and power in accordance with directions
• Looking after systems such as fuel, oil, refrigeration and fresh water

REQUIREMENTS

• At least three or four years of river ship experience in a comparable position
• Experience on river cruise shipsKnowledge of machine operation and maintenance, safety rules and engineering
• Good English or German speaking skills
• Problem solving skillsHard worker
• Responsible
• Practical and adaptable
• Accurate
• Quick and efficient

BENEFITS

• Working 4-weeks on being 2-weeks off1 hot meal a day
• Share cabin facilities provided
• A fixed fee of 125 Euro per month for travel and subsistence expenses
• Seasonal contract