Operate, maintain, and repair mechanical and electrical systems aboard a polar expedition vessel. Stand engineering watches, maintain boilers, compressors, purifiers, water systems, pumps, and safety equipment, and perform environmental monitoring. Complete bunkering, fuel and chemical consumption reporting, Oil Record Book entries, NS5 records, emergency duties, and assigned maintenance while supporting vessel safety, seaworthiness, and expedition operations.
JOB SUMMARY
Marine Engineers on polar expedition vessels are responsible for the operation, maintenance, and repair of all mechanical and electrical systems onboard. They ensure the vessel remains seaworthy and efficient under extreme polar conditions, supporting both passenger safety and scientific or expeditionary operations.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
- The Officers in Charge of an Engineering Watch are assigned duties as directed by the Chief Engineer or Staff Chief Engineer.
- Standing a watch as assigned by the Chief Engineer.
- Maintaining evaporator, RO units, fuel and lube oil purifiers.
- Maintaining the boiler and exhaust gas boiler.
- Maintaining of air compressors.
- The operation and maintenance of OWS and bilge pumps.
- Environmental engineer assigned the operation/maintenance of Marinefloc under Staff Chief Engineer’s direction.
- Oil Record Book entries under the guidance of the Staff Chief Engineer and Chief Engineer’s approval.
- Keeping accurate records of work performed in NS5 and in daily engine work book.
- On daily basis execute all scheduled and unscheduled jobs that Staff Chief Engineer (or C/E)
- engineer assigns to him and reporting them on NS5 and on engine work book as required.
- The safe operation of all machinery during watch.
- Also responsible for:
- - All safety equipment including lifeboat engine systems
- - Water analysis
- - Preparation and completion of bunkering procedures
- - Reporting consumption of fuel/lubricants/chemicals
- Performing emergency duties as assigned on the Muster List.
- Assist with additional duties as requested by the ships management.
- Uphold all of the Company's Guiding Principles:
COMPANY'S GUIDING PRINCIPLES
- Ensure that everything we do adds value to the guest experience
- Integrity is our prime equity — never compromise it.
- Positively impact the areas we explore and in which we work.
- Treat everyone with dignity and respect.
- Honor the value of service.
- Maintain our expedition heritage by fostering a spirit of exploration and discovery.
- Demonstrate leadership; excel in knowledge; inspire others.
- Innovate, test and evaluate. Be open to new ideas.
- Strive for clarity in communication.
- Maintain a balance between adventure and safety
This document describes the primary activities, duties, and responsibilities of this position. Your Manager or Supervisor may assign additional duties and responsibilities to you.
PROFILE
- COC STCW III/1 Officer in Charge of Engineering Watch
- Experience on passenger or expedition vessels in polar regions.
- Good attitude, good presentation and English language skills
Please apply with an updated CV, references and latest appraisal.
Embarkation: 12/November/2026 in Montevideo
Rotation: 3 months +/- 1 months on and off
Cabin: Double shared
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