Chief Engineer for Offshore Project Cut Off, LA
Company
ECO Employment Opportunities
patrick.terrebonne@chouest.com
Opening Date
2022-06-14
Position
Description
Supervisory Functions
The chief engineer will be:
In charge of safety procedures on deck during transfer of fuel or other combustibles.
Responsible for training and supervision of all engineering personnel.
Responsible for training the crew in damage control procedures during drills, as directed by the captain.
Responsible for training engineering officers and unlicensed personnel in watch standing procedures and ensuring they are competent and completely familiar with their duties and responsibilities.
Responsible for supporting the ongoing safety program aboard the vessel by training members of the engineering department in the wearing of protective clothing and their duties during emergencies. The chief engineer will also stress the use of common sense and the need for alertness while carrying out their assignments.
Responsible for performing any other additional duties that may be required or assigned.
The chief engineer may also be required to hold a U.S. Coast Guard license depending upon tonnage of ship, type of engines, and means of transmitting power to propeller shaft.