Chief Refrigeration Engineer

Responsible for the refrigeration and heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems throughout the ship.  Manage the crew assigned to the refrigeration team to effectively complete scheduled maintenance jobs and address repair work as it arises.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Shall personally inspect the cleanliness and safety of galley, laundry, and launderette exhaust ducts, and shall ensure that all required and necessary cleaning routines and records are properly executed.

• In charge of the operation and maintenance of the HVAC plant, the provisioning plant and related cold rooms, all refrigerated bar and galley equipment.
• Shall monitor the consumption of refrigerants closely and raise the alert if any irregular situation should occur.
• Responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of the engine room and galley ventilation systems, including local and centralized fire extinguishing systems.
• Delegate and distribute work for the 2nd Refrigeration Engineer. Assistant Refrigeration Engineer and Refrigeration Repairman, including training and guiding.
• Responsible for the maintenance and periodic testing of fire dampers and Gaylord systems including periodic inspection and cleaning of the laundry exhaust duct, including record keeping of the cleaning schedule.
• Must work closely with his Supervisors when scheduling maintenance work on the HVAC plant in order to create a minimum level of discomfort for passenger and crew.
• Shall be familiar with the active in the safety management system, including applicable responsibilities in the safety organization according to the emergency plan and station bill.
• Must be familiar with the Safety and Environmental Protection Policy and the SMES, and carry out the policies and procedures appropriate for the position.
• The Refrigeration Engineer is responsible for the AMOS System for the HVAC department and shall keep a close cooperation with the Engine Storekeeper, Staff Chief Engineer and the Chief Engineer. Responsible for the HVAC Stores, parts and supplies, inventory control and purchase requisitions. Shall work closely with the Chief Engineer to ensure that the expenditures are within the limits of the approved budget.
• Will be assigned duties as directed by the department head.
• Initiates and maintains effective employee relations at all times.
• Manage 4 – 12 crew members, special project teams and vendors hired to provide repair services on board.
• See the F201.12 Familiarization Checklist – Refrigeration Engineer.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or as directed. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.
• Must be familiar with the Safety and Environmental Protection Policy and the SMS, and carry out the policies and procedures appropriate for his/her position.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of three (3) years prior experience repairing and maintaining refrigeration and HVAC Systems is required.
• Intermediate to Advanced level English verbal and writing skills, including the proper use of English grammar is required.
• Must demonstrate willingness to learn and further their knowledge of onboard equipment and procedures.
• The incumbent must be able to work in a multi-cultural environment; also, must be able to adjust to changes in schedules, assignments and deadlines.

EDUCATION

• Highschool diploma or foreign equivalent is required.

• Position-specific STCW training from an accredited educational institution is required.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
It is Norwegian Cruise Line Holding’s policy not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, and marital or veteran status.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.