2nd Engineer / Research-Survey vessel

We are currently recruiting for 2nd Engineer ready to join Research-Survey vessel
Applicants must have a combination of Yacht and conventional vessel experience.
The vessel will be operated as a research vessel with yacht standard.
Embarkation begining of next year - 2020
Salary in USD/per month worked - TBD upon interview
Contract: approx. 12 weeks on / 6 weeks off

Introduction

• This job description applies to the vessel's 2^nd Engineer.

Minimum qualification requirements

• The 2^nd Engineer's qualifications shall as a minimum be in line with the flag state requirements

Reporting

• Chief Engineer

Authority

• The 2^nd Engineer is the Chief Engineer's technical assistant. The 2^nd Engineer has the authority to take decisions on his watch according to Masters Standing Orders and Chief Engineer instructions.

Responsibility

The 2^nd Engineer has the daily responsibility of his watch and his main duties are:

• Perform machinery operations according to the Engine Operations documents
• Assist in maintenance of the technical machineries and arrangements on board according to the Quality and Safety Management System, corresponding Planned Maintenance System and Continuous Machinery Survey regulations with special attention to the condition of:
• Engine room systems, such as the:
  • Main engines propulsion system
  • Auxiliary engine system
  • Steering and manoeuvring systems
  • Electrical and hydraulic power distribution and control systems
  • Detection and alarm systems
  • Fuel oil tanks and bunkering system
  • Lubrication oil tanks and system
  • Boilers and heating system
  • Bilge and Sludge handling system
  • Sewage handling system
  • Emission control system
  • If appliccable: Electrical equipment in hazardous areas (EX equipment) and the regulations and use of approved spare parts regarding to this kind of equipment.

• In co-operation with the Chief Engineer and Chief Officer, the:
  • Ballast- and freshwater pumping and piping systems
  • Mooring and anchoring windlass systems
  • Cranes and lifting appliances systems

• On his watch supervise the actions of the engine crew
• During watch perform stated recordings in logbooks and other applicable records
• Assist to keep and follow up the spare part inventory according to the PMS Spare Part Control System
• See to that the engine room spaces and engine control room are clean and tidy
• Participate in any emergency duties according to the vessels Muster Plan and Shipboard Contingency Plan, and assist the master in drills and emergency training of the crew
• Prepare a proper hand-over note for the joining 2^nd Engineer according to stated hand-over procedure

General expectation

Contribute to keep a good working environment within the company.

• By the expression "Good Working Environment" the Company emphasise:
  • Treat your colleagues with respect and politeness
  • Contribute to keep a positive atmosphere on your working place
  • Keep the working place free of discrimination, harassment and bullying
  • Be open-minded and honest
  • Respect decisions made by your superior and contribute to realisation

• The 2^nd Engineer shall be well familiarised with the Quality and Safety Management System and beware of all procedures and instructions related to his responsibility and tasks. He shall also be a motivator to rest of the crew with special attention to the engine department.
• The 2^nd Engineer has the responsibility to ensure the validity of his personal certificates and qualifications according to the competence procedure