SVITZER is the largest global company within towage and related services. We employ over 4000 employees and have a fleet of over 500 tugs.

We offer a competitive work/life balance as well as the opportunity to manage all aspects of vessel operation and ownership. 

We pride ourselves on providing best in industry tools to accomplish our goals safely and to a high standard. 
 

General Area of Responsibility:

1. The 2nd Engineer reports to the Chief Engineer.
2. In case of emergency and the Chief Engineer is not available the 2nd Engineer takes over the Chief Engineers responsibility as above but
also according to Emergency Response Manual
3. To perform operational duties as requested by the Chief Engineer, related to all tasks of the vessel including Salvage operations
4. To carry out maintenance duties on deck, in the engine room or accommodation in a safe manner
5. Ensure the Planned Maintenance System is kept updated and is followed
6. Comply with the regulations of the company safety management system. including a general awareness of the various risks that are
present in the operations of a tug (OH&S, environment, security and cyber security risks).
7. Propose initiatives for raising the onboard safety level
8. Active participation in safety training like drills onboard including delivering training to other crew members
9. Comply with local, regional, national and international legislation.
10. Induction training of visitors, employees and other persons authorized by SVITZER to access the vessel where a Master, Deck Officer or
Chief Engineer is unavailable.

Specific Area of Responsibility:

Second engineer is responsible for the below with the guidance / instructions from the Chief Engineer
1. Maintain engine room watch keeping
2. Immediate reporting of equipment defects and deficiencies to chief engineer
3. Engine room safety
4. Maintenance of all machinery on board (ref. Sertica)
5. Pollution prevention from machinery spaces
6. Proper instruction of new engine personnel and ratings regarding their tasks
7. Engines cooling water chemical test and treatment
8. Maintenance of fire fighting and environment protection equipment
9. Daily inspection of equipment and material
10. The prescribed tests of emergency stops and quick releases
11. Housekeeping in the machinery spaces
12. The correct keeping of Engine Logbook and Records
13. Promoting safety awareness and initiatives to enhance safety on board
14. Test of emergency functions at regular intervals not exceeding three months
15. Safe bunkering of the ship including disposal of oily water and used oil products
16. Pro-active participation in HMS

Required/Preferred Education and competencies:

• Valid Seafarer Medical Certificate
• Valid Seaman Book
• Valid COC endorsement

Possession of STCW Certification (A-III/2)

 Advanced Fire Fighting (STCW A-VI/3)
 Advanced Personal Survival, Search and Rescue (STCW A-VI/1-1.1)
 Proficiency Survival Craft and Rescue Boat (STCW A-VI/2)
 Personal Safety & Social Responsibilities (STCW A-VI/1-4)
 Basic Safety Training (STCW A-VI/1 Manila)
 Ship Security Awareness (STCW A VI/6)
 Prevention and Combating of Marine Pollution
 Medical First Aid (STCW A-VI/4-1)

Building a Diverse Workplace

In Svitzer we value the diversity of our talent and will always strive to recruit the best person for the job – we value diversity in all its forms, including but not limited to gender, age, nationality, race, sexual orientation, disability, or religious beliefs. We are proud of our diversity and see it as a genuine source of strength for building high performing teams.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that members from some under-represented groups are less likely to apply for jobs if they don’t meet every single qualification. At Svitzer we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles, and we are excited about hearing from you!

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