Fourth Engineer

Company Name Mercy Ships (Show all job postings)

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Company Address PO Box 2020

  Garden Valley, Texas 75771

  United States of America

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Phone Number 903.939.7000

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Fax Number 903.939.7114

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Website http://www.ms-information.org

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Industry Category Medical Services

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Mercy Ships, a global charity, has operated hospital ships in developing nations since 1978.  Mercy Ships brings hope and healing to the forgotten poor, mobilizing people and resources worldwide, and serving people without regard for race, gender or religion. 

Mercy Ships welcomes volunteers who would like to give of their time, efforts and expertise to the work of bringing hope and healing to the poor.  Short-term volunteers can participate from two-weeks to a year with Mercy Ships, while others may choose to serve in a long-term volunteer career capacity.

Opportunities to serve:

• Engineering and Deck Officers
• Motormen and Able Seamen
• Engine and Deck watch rating
• Electricians and Electronic Technicians
• HVACR Technicians
• Welders and Plumbers
• Entry Level positions-Deck and Engine 

Join Mercy Ships, as a Marine professional!  You can be the difference between disease and health, poverty and prosperity, despair and hope. 

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Job Description

DEPARTMENT	Engineering Department
REPORTS TO	Chief Engineer, Second Engineer

 

1.                                         SUMMARY

To act as Senior Watchkeeping officer or Duty Engineer as per schedule as well as being involved in regular engine room maintenance.

 

2.                                         ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Carrying out all lawful orders given by Chief Engineer and Second Engineer;

Ensuring the safe operation of all machinery;

Ensuring the safe and efficient work of any personnel assigned to his direct supervision;

Reporting immediately to the Second Engineer and the Chief Engineer whenever anything unforeseen happens;

Carry out all duties and maintenance routines for, but not limited to, the following:

-          Assist Chief Engineer in all operations involving fuel, lube oil and bunkering;

-          Lifeboat engine;

-          Boiler and engine cooling water systems;

-          All purifiers;

-          Air compressors;

Relevant knowledge of ship's emergency procedures;

Understanding the Company Safety Management System as it applies to these responsibilities.

 

3.                                         QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

 

3.1.                                 LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.  Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.  Ability to effectively communicate with subordinates and senior management in clear English

 

3.2.                                 CERTIFICATES / LICENSES / EXPERIENCE

At least Certificate of Competency according to STCW 95 Section A-III/1

 

4.                                         WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, extreme heat, and vibration.  The noise level in the work environment is usually loud enough to require continuous wearing of hearing protection.

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Job Country Togo (Shipboard Position)

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Industry Category Medical Services

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Job Category Engineering - Licensed

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Salary Negotiable

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Comments

Mercy Ships is a non-profit, charity organization that does not offer a salary or benefits for positions.  Mariners are able to give their time and skills to help Bring Hope and Healing to the world's forgotten poor.  Many go to their friends, family, community, and chuch to raise financial support in order to serve.

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Contact Person Tracey Bartula

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Phone Number 903.939.7685

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Fax Number 903.939.7114

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