OSV Chief Engineer (DDE Unlimited Required)

Efficiency. Innovation. Integrity. These are our 3 Pillars. At Curtin Maritime, these core values are the framework for safe performance and operational excellence; proof of these pillars is evident in our people and our fleet. For 25 years, Curtin Maritime has been an industry leader in quality maritime solutions. We are a dynamic Marine Construction and Marine Transportation company experiencing rapid growth. Our team provides customers with a complete suite of maritime solutions, allowing us the incredible opportunity to work on unique projects in some of the most amazing places on earth.  

THIS ROLE:  

The Chief Engineer will work directly with the Port Engineer, and Vessel Captain, applying our three core values of Innovation, Integrity, and Efficiency and maintaining the Curtin Standard onboard.   

WHO YOU ARE: 

Mental Aptitudes 

Attention to detail / excellent organizational skills 

Ability to handle stressful situations with focus, including safe and effective decision-making under potentially dangerous conditions.  

Continuously demonstrate a strong sense of responsibility and ownership by being proactive in all situations/tasks 

Understanding the importance of being a mentor, the ability to invest in the development and success of others 

Superior communication skills, ability to speak to your audience whether it be the office or instructing/training multi-levels of crew, etc.  

Strong logistical and mechanical reasoning skills, ability to not only plan and execute voyage, but also have a complete understanding of the vessel (mechanical and movement) 

Physical Aptitudes 

Agility to traverse uneven ground and walk, gangways at various heights 

Agility to bend, stoop, or squat frequently and climb high steps/ladders several times a day 

Ability to lift 100 pounds safely; moving equipment that is heavy, large, or awkward 

Physical dexterity and strength to catch and handle lines; makeup tows with wire rigging; operate deck machinery; work on equipment that is poorly accessible 

Ability to work below decks in an area that may experience periods of darkness; work in confined spaces 

Ability to think clearly during stressful situations or during an emergency 

Ability to perform emergency duties and use emergency equipment onboard the vessel 

Demonstrate good personal hygiene, always maintain cleanliness 

Must be able to swim 

Chief Engineer - $700 - $850/day 

LICENSES & REQUIREMENTS:  

DDE Unlimited

STCW Chief Engineer 4000 (III/2)

Passport 

VESSEL PROFICIENCIES: 

Skilled at a high level in engineering, troubleshooting, and repair of all equipment in the fleet including: cranes, winches, electrical systems, pumps, auxiliary equipment, gasoline engines, vehicles, etc.  

Heavy repair experience including engine overhauls, power pack replacement, etc.  

Experience in system installation on new and retrofit applications including repowers, hydraulic, and other plumbing systems 

Commissioning new vessels to the fleet, including creating critical spares lists and standard operating procedures. “Take a dark dead boat with nothing on it and get it ready to work!” 

Basic welding skills  

COMPLIANCE: 

Well versed in completing external and internal audits, as well as participating in building audit criteria to improve the Curtin Standard 

Proven track record of performance in the VMS as well as training others in its use and function 

LEADERSHIP & MANAGEMENT: 

Experience managing drydocking’s and repairs 

Ability to act as your own project manager. Interacting with and managing vendors, regulatory bodies, shipyards, Curtin Shoreside Team, etc.  

Participate in the creation of SOP’s and other training content 

Maintain a constant training ground onboard the vessel for Assistant Engineers and Deckhands 

SCHEDULE: This is a full-time position. Days and hours are project specific and may require significant time away from home. This position frequently requires long hours, weekend work, and offshore travel. 

Salary : $700 - $850