Second Engineer - job description
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Rank / Position
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Second Engineer
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Department
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Engine
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Reports to
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Chief Engineer
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Duties, Responsibilities and Accountabilities
Main requirements:
- 2nd Engineer (Reg. III/2)
- Advanced Liquefied Gas Tanker Cargo Operation A-V/1-2-2
- Advanced Training for Ships Subject to the IGF Code A-V/3-2
- Minimum of 3 years total sea time in rank (combined with Chief Engineer)
- Minimum of 6 years total sea time on board of this tanker type. (combined with Chief Engineer)
- Strong LNG cargo expertise.
- Strong STS (Ship to ship operation) track record.
- Dual fuel (LNG) engines operational experience.
- Strong knowledge of Diesel-Electric propulsion systems.
- Strong troubleshooting abilities.
- Vessel management skills.
Main Responsibilities:
l Compliance with safe working practices
l Supervision of and assignment of tasks and activities to engine department personnel
l Management of watchkeeping personnel in the Engine Room and related areas
l Issue and enforcement of appropriate Permits to Work
l Organising the maintenance of technical installations and equipment
- Supervision of work on electrical systems after approval from the Chief Engineer (Special training and qualification is required for work on electrical systems over 1000V)
l Advising Chief Engineer on:
- All important matters connected with engine department
- Progress of maintenance and repair work
- Matters of seaworthiness and/or cargo-worthiness including cargo pumps, hatches and cranes
l Thorough examination of engine/deck machinery and maintenance records upon joining
l Reporting any defects of the ship's machinery and equipment to the Chief Engineer
l Maintenance of fixed safety systems and equipment
l Controlling and recording the inventory and economic use of:
- Spare gear
- Spares
- Engine stores
l Communicating with Chief Officer on matters affecting the deck department
l Recording and reporting of boiler and engine cooling water tests to Chief Engineer
l Cleanliness and tidiness of engine and boiler rooms
l Status and immediate availability of emergency systems and lifesaving equipment
l Testing of stand-by equipment for immediate use as well as maintaining critical spares
l Control and monitoring of oil pollution prevention equipment including the OWS
l Ensure correct entries in the Oil Record Book Part 1
l Observing standing orders for the management and use of sewage and incineration equipment
l Observing procedures for the control of portable pipes, hoses and pumps
