Marine Engineering Officer Role
The role of a Direct Entry Marine Engineering Officer involves overseeing the technical aspects of both sea and land-based operations, ensuring the maintenance and performance of critical onboard systems.
* As Head of Technical Operations, you will serve on board during sea postings, forming part of the ship's senior management team, responsible for technical decision-making and policy implementation.
* You will lead and manage engineering teams, oversee day-to-day technical operations, maintain key ship systems including propulsion, power generation, fuel supply, water treatment facilities,
ventilation systems,
air conditioning units,
and hotel services.
* Ensure training programs are implemented to prepare personnel for emergency scenarios such as fires or hull breaches. Be accountable for maintaining related equipment and systems in good working order.
Further Development Opportunities
1. Leverage internally funded training opportunities to develop project management skills;
maintain certifications in health & safety standards;
The latter appointment could be based within a Naval Dockyard or College environment focused on research projects
or planning activities that promote development goals.