Are you our new Junior Chief Engineer?

Become a part of transforming Europe’s leading Ferry Company Stena Line is in an exciting period of change, when it comes to digitalisation and truly being an innovative forward-thinking company. Step by step, we are transforming the shipping industry moving towards achieving our vision - Connecting Europe for a sustainable future. At Stena Line, we are like family and friends to each other. We work hard together to solve problems and make a difference because we know that challenges make us grow. The journey starts with us!

What will you do?

As a Junior Chief Engineer you will be directly responsible for the safe and efficient running of the engine room, predominantly during night hours. You will be required to deputise for the Chief Engineer (days) and you will be directly accountable to the Fleet Superintendent and the Senior Chief Engineer in the execution of your duties.

You will possess an STCW III/2 Chief Engineer Unlimited CoC –Previous experience as Chief Engineer on modern RO-Pax or Passenger Vessels is desired.

Your tasks as a Junior Chief Engineer are diverse and as such you will have the opportunity to use and develop your problem-solving skills in a wide range of scenarios. In this role you are responsible for:

• Acting in accordance with your responsibilities in the vessel’s emergency organisation.
• Carrying out maintenance on board in accordance with the vessel’s Planned Maintenance Program.
• Being familiar with the ship’s operating and technical procedures.
• Managing all identified risks to ship, personnel and environment and establish any appropriate safeguards.
• Reporting to the Senior Chief Engineer any incident/accident relating to injury or potential hazard aboard along with any deficiencies in machinery or equipment particularly safety equipment.
• Putting measures in place to lower the risk of incident/accident relating to injury or potential hazards on board.
• Being familiar with the relevant parts, procedures and requirements of the SMS contained within the DOCMAP system.
• Helping to train junior engineers to ensure we have strong teams and having the ability to step up when needed.

Who are you?

At Stena Line your personality matters just as much as how good you are at what you do. In our new Junior Chief Engineer we would like you to be reliable and treat everyone with equality and respect. You will know where the company is heading and you should not be afraid to make decisions, and challenge and motivate your co-workers. We seek innovative, responsible and energetic individuals who have the drive to continually develop and grow within their role, and who have a passion for what they do. You must be fluent in English and have 12 months prior experience

Essential Certification:

• STCW Elementary First Aid
• STCW Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting
• STCW Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities
• STCW Personal Survival Techniques
• STCW Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats
• STCW Ship Security Officer
• Chief Engineer Unlimited COC

Interested?

This is a full-time, permanent position on our Holyhead/Dublin route and is based in the Engine department. To apply, please register your profile and send in your application in English as soon as possible but no later than 31st March 2023. Please note that due to GDPR we do not accept applications via e-mail or postal service. 

If you have any questions regarding the position or the recruitment process you are welcome to contact alison.mackay@stenaline.com. 

About Stena Line

As the leader of sustainable shipping, Stena Line has Europe’s most comprehensive route network focusing on transportation of both passengers and freight. We have over 4300 employees in our Stena Line family across Scandinavia, around the UK and the Baltics, making a contribution to our company. We believe it is up to us where we want to go next and how far we want to go. The journey starts with us.

Working at Stena Line means having a safe and stable workplace and a great work-life balance. We are committed to maintaining and developing a sustainable working environment, free from harassment, that gives equal opportunities to everyone. We embrace equality, diversity and inclusion – and welcome all applicants.