Chief Engineer - Shipping Industry Only

Fleet Management Limited

Our 30-year journey rides on the passion of over 27,000 seafarers and 1,000 onshore professionals. Today, we are one of the largest independent third-party ship management companies managing over 650+ diverse types of vessels.

Headquartered in Hong Kong SAR, China, we operate on a global scale having 27 offices in 12 countries. Our client base spans over 100 world-class ship owners, including Fortune 500 companies from China, Greece, India, Japan, Korea, Netherlands, Norway, Turkey and the USA, among others.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

Technical Management / Operations

Accountable for vessel inspection and ensure the ships condition and maintenance standards adhere to organisation procedures

Ensure all maintenance is performed to a high standard and as per manufacturers recommendations

Prepare specifications and evaluate tenders

Supervise daily operational activities of all assigned vessels

Advise Line Manager on a regular basis about vessel operation, budgetary performance and any untoward incidents on vessels in the fleet

Liaise with the Procurement Department related to supply of spare parts of all vessels, considering the opportunities for replenishment in respect to the trading commitments of the vessels to provide for the most economical supply

Responsible for communication, promotion and implementation of company's health, safety, environment and quality policy on board the vessels related to technical

Drives all technical related mobilization activities, refits, dry-docking & major repairs. Plan for repairs and dry-docking of the vessels at suitable regular intervals

Regulatory/Legislative Statutory Compliance

100% compliance with International Maritime Organisation (IMO), Flag State and Port State rules and regulations

Maintenance of ship certificate and survey status at all times keeping track of renewals and placement on board vessels.

Financial Management

Maintain, monitor and report budgets for all vessels under charge. Work closely with Technical staff, purchasing and finance controllers to ensure budget is within the agreed variables/targets *(current target 3% variance)

Support reporting manager to plan Operating Budget for all vessels under charge.

Responsible for planning and execution of all dry-docking activities within the allotted budget limits subject to change based on company policy

Quality & Continuous Improvement

Scan the environment and recommend improvement in processes to enhance productivity an efficiency in the system

Drive implementation of approved Continuous Improvement projects in collaboration with the Quality team

Establish clear expected levels of performance from crew and work with manager on updating the SOPs.

Demonstrates a complete understanding of the Safety & QMS policies & procedures and ensures that the on-shore and off-shore employees operate at the same level of understanding and awareness

Health, Safety and Environment Compliance

Responsible for creating and sustaining a positive safety culture on-board all vessels under charge

Act as a first point of contact for any emergencies aboard vessels under charge. Ensure a technically qualified representative is available and responds to emergencies within the agreed time limit

Ensures a safe & compliant working environment is provided to all off-shore employees by demonstrating a complete and accurate understanding of the health & safety policies and practices of the organisation

Responsible for corrective action being implemented to remedy safety hazards or risks and restore a safe working environment on board vessels. Escalate to Manager in the event of the hazards/risks exceeding authority limits provided in the role

Owns and responsible for delivery of safety messages/training to off-shore employees during site or vessel visits People and Leadership Management

Articulates clear and specific goals for employees on board vessels under charge

Lead, coach, engage, motivate, mentor employees to develop their strengths and build their capabilities as per their defined roles and personal goals

Ensure development plans are in place for all offshore team members and it is followed up closely to ensure completion

Responsible for continuous performance discussions with direct reports to drive learning and self-improvement

Manage and maintain the talent pool by engaging top performers and taking definitive action on bottom performers

Job Experience, Functional Knowledge and Qualifications

Essential:

Bachelors degree/Diploma or equivalent in Marine Engineering/ Navigation/Internationally recognized shipping degree/qualification

Hold MEO Class 1 Certificate of competency or Certificate of Competency II/2 or Certificate of Competency III/2 for Chief Engineer under STCW Code

A minimum of 1 years relevant experience as Chief Engineer in the relevant type of vessel being recruited for e.g. LPG or LNG background with DD experience is preferable. Oil Tanker background candidates, Oil or Gas, etc.

Shore experience with Dry Docking or Class surveyor background is also preferable

Desirable:

Knowledge in Classifications Society procedures and regulations is desirable.

Should have prior people management experience

Proven track record in intermediate and special dry dockings, ship repair, mobilizations and in-water repairs

Demonstrated Commercial acumen and ability to manage vessel financials within scope as well as satisfy clients requirements

IT literate and computer savvy

Business Administration qualification will be an added advantage