Professional knowledge and skills in maritime services
Chief Engineers (Maritime) must always apply professional knowledge and skills in maritime services to solve issues and problems at work.
Chief Engineers (Maritime)
Descriptions & Duties
- Chief Engineers (Maritime) hold complete responsibility for the operation of the engine department and any maintenance of machinery.
Generic Competencies
Physical Abilities
Physical abilities
- Physical strength
- Eye hand coordination / precision / dexterity
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Technology Skills
Technology skills
- Computer literacy
- Application of technology
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Cognitive Abilities
Cognitive abilities
- Creativity
- Visualisation
- Logical thinking
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Comprehension And Expression
Comprehension and expression skills
- Reading comprehension
- Oral / written expression
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Social Skills
Social skills
- Communication
- Negotiation
- Persuasion
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Organisation And Execution Skills
Organisation and execution skills
- Planning
- Organising
- Judgement
- Decision making
Importance:5 (Max:5)
Skill is required all the time
Problem Solving Skills
Problem solving skills
- Ability to solve simple and complex problems effectively and efficiently
Importance:5 (Max:5)
Skill is required all the time
Management Skills
Management skills
- Leadership
- Management of finance / time / people / other resources
Importance:5 (Max:5)
Skill is required all the time
Trade Specific Competencies
Knowledge and skills in machinery maintenance
Chief Engineers (Maritime) is the in-charge of engine room and must ensure that all maintenance works are efficiently completed.
General Requirements
Academic qualification
- A higher diploma in mechanical (marine) engineering or above is usually required
Professional qualification
- Relevant certificates recognised by ocean going sector and/ or river trade sector; Certificate of Competency (Marine Engineer Officer) Class 1
Experience
- 24 months of sea-time experience after attaining Certificate of Competency (Marine Engineer Officer) Class 2
Career Path & Salary
Private Sector
Monthly Salary $10,000-$15,000
Monthly Salary $15,000-$23,000
Monthly Salary $18,000-$27,000
Monthly Salary $23,000-$35,000
Monthly Salary $33,000-$49,000
Related Education & Training
Degree or above
Required Courses as Prescribed by the Industry
- Elementary First Aid and Proficiency in Medical First Aid (Combined)
- Fire Prevention, Fire Fighting and Advanced Fire Fighting (Combined)
- Personal Safety & Social Responsibilities
- Personal Survival Techniques
- Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats other than Fast Rescue Boats
- Security Awareness Training for All Seafarers
Work Environment
- Chief Engineers (Maritime) usually work a schedule tied to the operations of their ships and wear uniform. For those who work on shore, they will work a regular schedule in an office or at a shipyard.
Tools
- Boilers
- Fire system
- IT devices
- Main engines - turbine or diesel engines
- Sludge or sewage removal equipment
