Marine Engineering Assistant (MEA) at a Marine Services Company – Rivers

A marine and offshore services company is recruiting a Marine Engineering Assistant in Port Harcourt to monitor and maintain vessel engine systems, keep engine-room records and support safe onboard operations.

About the role

A reputable marine and offshore services company is recruiting a Marine Engineering Assistant to operate, monitor and maintain machinery systems onboard its vessels.

You will report to the Base Engineer.

Responsibilities

• Keep safe engine room watches at sea and in port
• Start, load and confirm the readiness of prime movers and power plants
• Check and record ROBs, coolant and oil levels, and carry out fuelling
• Test pumps, motors and emergency lighting; record battery voltages
• Inspect machinery, bilges, overboard valves and the sea-chest for leaks or abnormal conditions
• Check that emergency exits and lifesaving and firefighting equipment are in good condition
• Carry out routine checks and maintenance per the ship PMS, and request spares and tools before due dates
• Keep engine room logbooks and submit daily, weekly and maintenance reports
• Maintain the Garbage and Oil Record Books
• Supervise the Able Seaman(s) onboard, and take part in drills.

Requirements

• Valid NIMASA MEA Certificate of Competency
• Valid STCW Basic Safety Training: Personal Survival Techniques, Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting, Elementary First Aid, Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities
• Valid seafarer medical fitness certificate
• Minimum 2 years’ experience as an MEA or engine room rating on tugs, crew boats, OSVs or similar vessels
• Good mechanical fault-finding skills, strong safety discipline and clear report writing
• Added advantage: oil and gas vessel experience; OND/ND in mechanical or marine engineering.