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Key Responsibilities

•  Performs major and specialised mechanical overhaul and repair work to determine the need for further repairs or adjustments.
•  Repairs and maintains hydraulic equipment and valves.
•  Prevents spares and tools from being damaged due to poor handling.
•  Provides installation and breakdown services.
•  To be part of the technical loading team during intake of provisions.
•  To provide technical assistance during the ship’s tendering operations.
•  Assists with general maintenance (to include but not limited to the following):
•  Cleaning
•  Painting
•  Repairs.
•  Keeps the Chief Engineer, Staff Engineer and duty Engineer promptly and fully informed of all problems, matters of significance and any issues that may compromise the ship’s safety and any deficiencies found in the machinery or equipment.
•  Must be competent in using the internal communications systems and have good knowledge of the engine room alarms.
•  Responsible for informing the on-duty Engineer whenever leaving the engine room to perform duties elsewhere.
•  Keeps supervisors fully informed of the progress of any work undertaken and any defects or problems in their allocated area of responsibility.
•  Responsible for keeping the engine room and all other machinery areas clean, along with all parts and tools used.
•  Accountable for ensuring that Company, Public Health, National and International standards are maintained and meeting requirements. Reporting to the Staff Engineer any instances where the ship is unable or fails to comply.
•  Observes and enforces uniform and grooming standards according to Company policies.
•  Ensures that other team members are informed and updated on the occurrences during the watch.
•  Practices good people management, maintaining proper conduct within the Engine department and other departments around the ship.
•  General engine room and all other duties as assigned by supervisors.