Fitter or Machinist (SF)

Maersk Filipinas Crewing Inc. (Marine People Philippines) is looking for competent individuals with relevant seagoing experience, willing to be trained, challenged and expand their knowledge onboard our technically advanced container vessels with the best and latest machinery.

We offer

A key position in the engine department onboard one of the world’s largest Container shipping company where seafarers are onboarded and equipped to perform and contribute to deliver the vessel commitments. Seafarers are trained and guided in achieving their personal development and career advancement. We ensure to prioritize health and safety, promote diversity and inclusion and at all times carry out the upright practice both at sea and ashore.

Key responsibilities

Depending on circumstances and situations, the functions listed below may be amended by the Chief Engineer and/or Second Engineer.

• Perform safe and efficient operations, in accordance with the Chief Engineer, 2nd Engineer or Duty Engineer's instructions, relevant legislation, and Company procedures.
• Assist with the storing of the vessel whenever needed, as directed by the Master, Chief Engineer or their deputies.
• Have knowledge of, adhere to, and implement the Company's policy (Doc ID: P001).
• Keep the Chief Engineer, vessel management and other functions on board informed, to co-ordinate and control activities, maximise safety, quality and environmental protection.
• Obtain permission from the Master or Chief Engineer before starting maintenance on critical equipment.
• Report any unsafe acts or unsafe conditions including exercising STOP WORK
• Participate actively in safety meetings, post drill briefings and other meetings and provide feedback for overall improvement of the safety, compliance and operational aspects.
• Take necessary measures to protect all persons, the vessel, her equipment and cargo and the environment, as deemed necessary by using good seamanship.
  
  

The Fitter shall:

• At all times, ensure good housekeeping, cleanliness and tidiness in the Engine Room and Deck, as directed by the Chief Engineer or Second Engineer.
• Carry out equipment overhauls and maintenance including breakdown maintenance as instructed and under the supervision of Chief Engineer, Second Engineer, Duty Engineer. Report any breakdown, failure or deviation to the Chief Engineer and Second Engineer.
• Check stock of machinery spare parts to ensure that minimum requirements is kept at all times.
• Carry out steel work including hot works (welding, cutting, brazing), fabrication work using power tools and cold overhauls under instructions and supervision of the Chief Engineer or 2nd Engineer.
• Ensure chemicals are used safely and as per Safety Data Sheet instruction.
• Assist with various security related duties, as required, under the supervision of the SSO.
• Ensure work and rest hour planning is done regularly and requirements are complied with. Bring any challenges in rest hour compliance to the attention of the Second Engineer and/or Chief Engineer.
  
  

We are looking for

Minimum 12 months experience as Fitter on foreign going vessels of relevant type/size.

Basic Knowledge of ISM, ISPS and security related duties

Shows broad practical knowledge and experience in Welding , Lathe Machine Operation and Pipe Works

Maintenance, repair, and fabrication of mechanical parts on deck and engine.

Knowledge of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Proper use and maintenance of appropriate tools and equipment (e.g. Welding machines, pneumatic and electric grinders, power saw, and bench drilling machine)

Emergency Procedures (Fire - Abandonship - Man overboard - Oil Spill / SOPEP)

Awareness of Safety meetings, Reporting near miss, incidents, accidents

For more information please contact:

[email protected]

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