Job Description
Targe Towing Limited is a subsidiary of the Forth Ports Group and operates a modern fleet of vessels in support of Port, Harbour and Terminal operating in across Scotland and beyond.
About The Role
Due to significant success and continued growth, we are recruiting for a professional Chief Engineer to join our team in Scotland to operate onboard ASD/ATD/ Voith Harbour Tugs. Whilst business needs may change the base location of the Tugs, we are looking for individuals who can readily travel to our Forth, Leith or other Scotland sites.
Your key responsibilities will include:
* Managing the Engineering Department i.a.w. regulations and the Company’s SMS QA
* Reviewing SMS QA and proposing new procedures and or amendments
* Executing the MMS for all machinery, equipment and spaces within his charge paying particular attention to all safety and anti-pollution equipment
* Advising and assisting the Master and other HODS on all technical matters, including the MMS
* Advising the Master and DPA on any Operational Defect as it arises and recommending remedial action on an urgent basis
* Advising the Master and Company on suggested work to be conducted in Dry-dock and preparing technical details of such work
* Keeping records of all routine and un-scheduled maintenance and repairs
* Monitoring the validity of Class and other statutory technical certificates and advising on the survey schedule
* Acting as custodian for all technical manuals and plans
* Conducting ship inspections as agreed with the Master
* Assisting the DPA with vessel audits
* Assisting the Masters with all investigations including non-conformities
* Submitting Month-end reports as required by SMS QA
* Ensuring that the Engine Logbook and Oil Record book are kept to a satisfactory standard
* Submitting general technical and incident reports
* Monitoring new crew members’ familiarisation process
* Assisting the Master with any disciplinary action required within the department
* Advising members of the department on their training needs
* Working with other HODS on teamwork, especially between departments
* Ordering of stores and spare parts iaw Part 4 of SMS
* Maintaining stores lists/inventory
What we are looking for:
* Experienced Chief Engineer with minimum certification Chief Engineer <9000kw
* Ability to thoroughly analyse all engineering situations and to submit detailed and accurate written and oral reports
* Ability to diagnose and rectify faults for all machinery and equipment
* Must have full UK working rights
What we can offer you:
* Full-time, permanent contract: 2 weeks on / off rota
* Competitive salary
* Private Medical Insurance
* Generous pension contribution
* Additional annual allowance for unlimited certification
* All food included and live abroad for two weeks on rotation
* Other company benefits and schemes available (cycle to work, health care…) upon time served
Skills Needed
About The Company
Over our 50 years of experience we have witnessed our ports grow to become important assets to support and deliver growth both for the UK and local economies. The growth impact has been achieved due to the continued investments in our infrastructure, making sure that our ports are able to continually develop their services and support the growth of many industries.Our people have played a significant role. They have delivered the highest quality of service through their expertise, loyalty and flexibility and, without them, we could not have built the strong reputation and the long term agreements with many customers that we have today.
Company Culture
Welcome to Forth Ports Careers. As a leading port operator, we employ over 1,100 people across our ports in Scotland and the Port of Tilbury in London.A career in a port business is very rewarding. There is real variety within each role and significant opportunities for promotion and career development. Don’t just take our word for it; view the “Some of our People” section and the video below to gain insight into the kinds of jobs our employees do, how they’ve grown with us, and what motivates them each day.The port business can be seen as a barometer for the economy and this drives us to be adaptable and fast paced as we identify new business opportunities.
Desired Criteria
Required Criteria
* Minimum certification Chief Engineer <9000kw
* Must have full UK working rights
Closing DateFriday 13th December, 2024