2nd Engineer Jobs in the Merchant Navy
The second engineer is the engine department's operational manager, running day-to-day machinery and maintenance.
What a 2nd Engineer does
The Second Engineer is the operational head of the engine room, responsible for the day-to-day running and maintenance of the main and auxiliary machinery. The role covers planned maintenance, supervising the engine crew, and standing in for the Chief Engineer.
Certificates and requirements
- A valid MEO Class 1 or Class 2 Certificate of Competency
- Full STCW plus operational and management engine courses
- A valid medical certificate and watchkeeping-engineer sea time
- Advanced tanker / gas endorsements for those fleets
Which ships hire 2nd Engineers
Second Engineers sail across the whole fleet - tankers, bulk carriers, container ships, gas carriers and offshore vessels.
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