MSC CRUISES CAREERS Staff Engineer

JOB PURPOSE

The First Engineer is in charge of engine watch-keeping. He/she is responsible for the daily maintenance and operations of the engineering and technical aspects of the vessel as directed by The Chief Engineer and Staff Engineer.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Ensures presence on board whenever the Staff Engineer is absent;

• Relieves the Staff Engineer in case emergency;

• Is directly responsible toward the Staff Engineer for each work performed in the engine room and for the maintenance and condition of the Main Diesel Engine and Emergency Diesel Engine;

• Assigns maintenance and repair duties to his dependent personnel and actively supervises overhaul and repair work;

• Inspects all assigned work in progress ensuring that it is executed properly in accordance with acceptable standards and that no wastage of materials occurs;

• Controls the proper disposals of all refuse, rags etc. to avoid fire and other hazards;

• Trains personnel assigned to his engine watch;

• Supervises and works in close cooperation with the 2nd and 3rd engineers, engine cadet and engine ratings, being also responsible for their on-the-job training;

• Attends all cocktail parties and social and entertaining functions where his presence is required by the Master.

QUALIFICATIONS (skills, competencies, experience)

• Fluent English, oral and written. Any additional language is considered an advantage;

• Certificate of Competency IMO STCW Cap III/2;

• Basic Safety Training Certificate including Advanced Fire fighting experience and Swimming & Rowing competence;

• Satisfy the requirements of STCW 95 regarding certification for this position;

• Meet the requirements of the laws of the Flag State of the ship regarding health & physical requirements;

• Extensive successful experience in a similar position within Cargo or other Cruise company;

• Basic Windows based programs knowledge;

• A recognised medical certification is required before starting to work onboard.

VISA REQUIREMENTS (if any)

• USA VISA if in possess

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Engine Officer

First Engineer

JOB PURPOSE

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

QUALIFICATIONS (skills, competencies, experience)

VISA REQUIREMENTS (if any)