Chief Engineer (OSV)

Responsibilities 

• Responsible for the efficient management of the engineering department and keeping the Master fully informed of the state of the machinery and equipment.  Supervises and coordinates activities of crew engaged in operating, proper labeling, inspection, and maintaining propulsion engines, deck machinery, electrical refrigeration, and sanitary equipment.

• Report any shortcomings, inaccuracies, or conflicts in any portion of the MS to the Master

Marine Functions

• Ensures paperwork requirements are met

• Understands procedures and is able to receive and pump all fluids and cargo

• Adhere to and comply with the company policies, USCG, and environmental regulations

• This position requires working 7 days a week on a rotating schedule, with shifts lasting at least 12 hours within each 24-hour period. Occasionally, shifts may extend, but will not exceed 14 consecutive hours.

• Overhauls lifeboats and lifeboat gear and lowers or raises lifeboats with a winch or falls

• May be concerned with only one phase of duties, such as maintenance of the ship's gear and decks or watch duties

• Participates in safety and rescue drills for emergency situations

• Provides and/or assists with training

• Lubricates deck machinery and equipment

• Knowledgeable of all the vessels machinery, troubleshooting, and routine maintenance

• Performs any duty that may be required as part of training 

• Holds a valid merchant mariner credential

• Ensures cleanliness of the engine room, bilges, rudder room, and void spaces, maintains engine room watch when underway, examines machinery for specified pressures and flow of lubricants, oils, and greases moving parts

Emergency Response Functions

Safety Sensitive Duties

Include but are not limited to; directing and mustering passengers in emergencies, passing out lifejackets, controlling and operating lifesaving equipment, controlling and operating firefighting equipment

Safety Sensitive Position

• Is any position aboard a vessel, that requires the person filling that position to perform one or more safety-sensitive duties on either a routine or emergency-only basis. Any person filling a safety-sensitive position is subject to U.S Coast Guard drug and alcohol testing. All crew members are considered to be filling safety-sensitive positions as well.

• Ensures first aid is provided to victims

• Launches lifeboats/life rafts

• Firefighting and damage control

• Responsible for securing water-tight or gas-tight integrity of the vessel

• Emergency Repairs

• Operates fixed fire fighting equipment

• Assist on deck for man overboard crisis

• Directed by the Master/Mate to take appropriate actions at the scene of an emergency

Security Functions

• Designated Security Duties

HSE Responsibilities

• Document and notify supervisor immediately of any accidents/illnesses/vessel incidents/ near misses/ etc.

• Participate and supervise the company’s safety programs (i.e. Safety Observations, Toolbox Talks, Permit to Work, Near Miss, Risk Assessments, etc.)

• Utilize “Stop Work Authority” if any personal safety, environmental risk, property damage, or company reputation is at risk

• Responsible for ensuring the maintenance and use of all necessary PPE

• Performs all duties while wearing protective equipment including foul weather gear, PFD, gloves, boots, eye protection, hearing protection, etc.

• Responsible for ensuring and supervising the elimination of at-risk behaviors by reducing unsafe conditions and unsafe acts on and around the work site

Supervisory Functions

• Responsible for the Engineer's standing orders of the company and for particular orders he/she deems necessary. The Engineer is responsible for ensuring all orders are written, understood, and signed by all engine crew.

• Remain alert at all times for potential hazards

• Responsible for imparting knowledge about the specific features, characteristics, and procedures of the vessel operations to crew members and the orientation of all new personnel aboard the vessel

• Provide on-the-job training

• Responsible for ongoing safety programs aboard the vessel, emergency drills, and emphasizing the use of PPE

• Ensures that he/she is capable of navigating through and communicating the requirements and contents of the MS to company representatives, regulatory personnel, and vessel crew-members

• Perform any other additional duties that may be required or assigned

• Instruct and assist in maintenance and repair

• Ensures morale and discipline

• Chief Engineers are to ensure full handover is completed with the oncoming Chief Engineer and documented using the Engineer Turnover Report in Checklist

Work Environment

• Work in locations not accessible to definitive medical care 

Physical Demands

• Required to be able to read and write in English, calculate, have estimation skills, possess good verbal presentation, and be able to communicate effectively

• Required to be able to tolerate repetitive and prolonged postures involving standing, sitting, twisting, squatting, kneeling, stooping, bending, pushing, pulling, stretching, reaching, and reaching to full range from above head to the floor

• Required to be able to utilize good dexterity and frequently use one or two hands throughout the work period

• Required good balance/coordination when walking over uneven and/or slippery surfaces

• Required to have sufficient cardio-respiratory fitness to perform medium-heavy physical labor involving the ability to sit and/or stand for extended time frames, walk for prolonged periods, handle various tools, climb ladders, and climb stairwells

• Subject to adverse weather conditions including rough seas, cold, wet, elevated temperatures, and humid conditions

• Required to be able to lift at least 50 pounds

• Required to demonstrate physical demand requirements during initial pre-employment physical and any future physicals while employed

• Able to repeatedly walk the length of the vessel

Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

The Edison Chouest Offshore family of companies is committed to ensuring all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law with regard to any employment practices. We are dedicated to ensuring all employees are treated with the utmost level of respect as we believe this is the strongest foundation to build upon to foster an environment where employees feel comfortable handling their assignments, sharing their ideas, and pointing out opportunities for improvement.

ECO offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including a 401(k) match.