Chief Engineer STCW III / 2 of Motor Propelled Vessels (no restrictions) – or - (Limited) Of Motor Propelled Vessels less than 1600 GRT Upon Oceans, Near Coastal, and Great lakes

Job Summary :

FRS Clipper seeks a skilled and experienced individual to fill the role of Chief Engineer for our high-speed passenger catamaran. This position is a key member of the team providing safe operation and maintenance of all propulsion, hydraulic, electrical, and auxiliary systems aboard the vessel. The position encompasses hands on labor, plant operations, project planning, and record keeping.

The Chief Engineer reports to the Staff Engineer and the Technical Superintendent ashore and is supported by the Port Engineer. This creates a small, fast, and innovative engineering team. The successful candidate is an experienced, knowledgeable, and motivated person who is looking for an employer who values their effort and abilities.

Status : Full-Time, Part-Time, or Seasonal.

Location : Seattle, Pier 69 Waterfront

Schedule : 12 hour Shifts (varies daily). Day shift. Weekends and Holidays (scheduling does have some flexibility) . A full-time schedule usually includes 15 shifts per month.

The fast ferry and international route are unique in the Pacific Northwest. FRS Clipper is homeported in Seattle, travels daily to Victoria, BC., and the schedule allows you to be home nightly. There are no accommodation onboard.

About the vessel

• Flag : Bahamas Class : DNV
• 167 feet long, 40 feet wide
• 525 passengers + crew
• – 3 hour sailing time per leg of journey
• 4x MTU 12V4000 @ 6960kw / 9333hp Main Engines
• Kamewa waterjet propulsion system, standard cruising speed of 30 knots

Key Responsibilities

Monitors, inspects and repairs vessel’s equipment

Records repairs, inspections, and work into the preventative maintenance system

Bunkers fuel, oil and water

Operates the vessel plant including main propulsion, auxiliaries, safety systems, house systems and electrical systems

Monitors vessel seaworthiness, crew and safety as well as environmental protection

Maintains and repairs technical equipment of the fleet and related on shore equipment

Contributes to the conversion and modification of the vessels

Contributes to compliance with all applicable class, flag state and port state rules and applicable requirements by regulatory agencies

Participates in the safety management system

Certification

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Also REQUIRED :

Requirements

Wage : $50-55 / hour. Day rate is estimated between $600-$900

Benefits :