Chief Engineer - Sea Lion

Job Description

Job Description

WHO WE ARE

Lindblad Expeditions is a true pioneer in Expedition Travel. From taking the first citizen explorers to Antarctica in 1966, opening the Galapagos and Easter Island to tourism in 1967, leading the first tourist expedition through the Northwest Passage in 1984, and launching our innovative partnership with National Geographic in 2004, we're now taking almost 30,000 guests a year to some of the world’s most remote and pristine locations on our fleet of 20 ships, and are committed to ensuring our guests experience the “Exhilaration of Discovery”.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Chief Engineer is responsible for maintenance, operation, and repair of all vessel systems onboard the ship, including hotel equipment.  The Chief Engineer works in conjunction with and supervises the Assistant Engineer.

The Chief Engineer works 12 hours per day : approximately 6 weeks on, 6 weeks off rotational schedule.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

Repair and Maintenance

• Maintains the ship in a state of readiness at all times.
• Operates and maintains the ship’s propulsion system.
• Operates and maintains the electrical generation and distribution system, including emergency power.
• Operates and maintains potable water and auto chlorination system.
• Operates and maintains black water / gray water / waste tanks, treatment, and testing program.
• Operates and maintains HVAC and refrigeration systems.
• Performs repairs of galley equipment.
• Monitors and ensures completion of all deficiencies noted in Cabin Maintenance Notebook.
• Oversees all bunkering and waste discharge operations, and ensures safety and environmental compliance.
• Maintains a log of all fuel, water, waste water, oil, and other fluid levels, and regularly reports total quantities to the Captain. Submits Voyage Logs to the company office at the end of each cruise or transit.
• Oversees and maintains all systems, including engineering, deck, and hotel by following preventative maintenance program on daily, weekly and monthly basis with the support of the Engine Mechanic and Assistant Engineer.
• Maintains the onboard IT, audio visual, and Public Address systems with the assistance of the company IT department and the Electrical Superintendent.
• Participates in shipyard activities, working closely with the US Coast Guard and ABS inspectors to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Assists with mooring the vessel, loading stores, and other port operations as requested.

Supervisory :

Administrative :

Safety and Security :

DESIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Communication Skills :

Licenses / Certificates

What We Offer

Day rate of $424–$526, plus 10% vacation pay and a target annual bonus of 10%

Employment is contingent on the following :

Continued employment is dependent upon consent to and passing these tests.

Lindblad Expeditions continues to highly recommend that all new hires be up to date with all vaccines prior to the first day of employment and getting boosted annually when eligible, including those vaccines that protect against COVID-19. All crew must still comply with all country-specific vaccination requirements.

Communication Skills

Using the English language, this person must have the ability to read, write, and comprehend policies, legal guidelines, correspondence, and memos.   Must also possess the ability to effectively communicate both in writing and orally with a professional demeanor.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk and hear.  The employee will also be required to write and type. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The physical demands per position are described in the Job Analysis sheet and are available to all applicants upon request.

COMPENSATION STATEMENT

Lindblad Expeditions determines the pay for positions using local, national, and industry-specific survey data. We evaluate external equity and the cost of labor / prevailing wage index in the relative marketplace for jobs directly comparable to jobs within our company. Our posted salary range is based on national data and may be refined for a candidate's region / town / cost of living.

For new hires, we strive to make competitive offers allowing the new employee room for future growth. Salaries will be based on the applicant’s location, level of experience, education, and specialized knowledge and skills. An employee / candidate with a stronger skill set will receive higher pay.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT

At Lindblad Expeditions, we simply could not do our work without the diverse kaleidoscope of humanity that creates and delivers our remarkable offerings across the planet. As a Company that respects and celebrates the inherent diversity in the places we explore, we recognize the need to mirror that same diversity and all the interconnected perspectives within our organization. We are committed to building a community of different genders, races, ages, sexual orientations, chosen identities, and countries of origin where every person brings their whole self to work and whose skills, talents, and abilities are valued. We believe we can explore further and in a more meaningful way by actively creating a more diverse and inclusive organization where everyone feels they belong.

Lindblad Expeditions is an equal opportunity employer. Individuals seeking employment at Lindblad Expeditions are considered without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetics, marital status, pregnancy, unemployment status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or veteran status.