OSV Engineer
Description:
Job Description
Salary: $450 - $875 per day ($32.15 - $62.50 per hour)
***DDE Preferred***
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 Assistant and 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
QMED Oiler - $450/day
LICENSES & REQUIREMENTS:
MMC QMED Oiler
STCW RFPEW
Passport
PREFERRED LICENSES & REQUIREMENTS:
Able Seaman Endorsement
VESSEL PROFICIENCIES:
Skilled in all Deckhand position duties
Assistant Engineer
Basic knowledge in engineering, troubleshooting, and repairs
Cleaning and maintaining an engine room to the Curtin Standard
COMPLIANCE:
Proficient in operation of VMS
Understanding of applicable regulations
Understanding and compliance with the Curtin Standard
Thorough recordkeeping and reporting to Chief Engineer
Assistant Engineer - $450 - $650/day
LICENSES & REQUIREMENTS:
3rd Assistant Engineer
STCW OICEW
Passport
PREFERRED LICENSES & REQUIREMENTS:
Able Seaman Endorsement
VESSEL PROFICIENCIES:
Skilled in all Deckhand position duties
Assistant or sole Engineer
Basic knowledge and troubleshooting abilities on electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems
Winch operation
Cleaning and maintaining an engine room to the Curtin Standard
Figuring it out. Assistant Engineers should be able to get on any boat, without prior knowledge or instruction and figuring out how to engineer it.
Thorough understanding and troubleshooting/repair abilities in all vessel systems
Critical path and proactive planning to maximize efficiency in operations of the engineering of the vessel including maintaining a constant state of readiness.
Z Drive Experience
COMPLIANCE:
Full utilization and operation of VMS
Understanding and compliance with the Curtin Standard
Thorough recordkeeping and reporting to Port Engineer
Thorough understanding of Sub-L, Sub-I, ABS, and USCG requirements
LEADERSHIP & MANAGEMENT:
Lead by example, dont just say how it should be done. Do it!
Strong management skills as it relates to fellow crew, vendors, and shipyards
Provide critical and constructive feedback to other crew and on equipment, jobs, etc.
Engineer - $650-700 / day
LICENSES & REQUIREMENTS:
DDE 4000
STCW Chief Engineer Ltd 4000 HP (III/3)
STCW OICEW
Passport
PREFERRED LICENSES & REQUIREMENTS:
DDE Unlimited
Able Seaman Endorsement
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 drydockings 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 SOPs and other training content
Maintain a constant training ground onboard the vessel for Assistant Engineers and Deckhands
Chief Engineer - $700 - $875/day
LICENSES & REQUIREMENTS:
Chief OSV or Chief Limited Oceans
STCW Chief Engineer 4000 (III/2)
Passport
PREFERRED LICENSES & REQUIREMENTS:
Able Seaman Endorsement
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 drydockings 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 SOPs and other training content
Maintain a constant training ground onboard the vessel for Assistant Engineers and Deckhands
Full-time