Dredge Chief Engineer

POSITION SUMMARY

 

This position is accountable for ensuring the safe, efficient operation of engines, motors, and equipment aboard their assigned dredge.  The incumbent will also ensure that needed equipment or engine repairs are provided in a timely fashion to prevent downtime.  This position will work closely with the Dredge Captain, Deck Captain and Dredge Superintendents in the performance of his/her duties.

 

The incumbent must support the guiding beliefs and core values of Orion, which are centered on Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Teamwork most importantly, with each built upon the all-important foundation of Integrity.

 

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

 

• Works with the Dredge Captain and Deck Captain to ensure the safe and efficient operation of engines, motors, and equipment of the dredge.
• Supervises and coordinates the activities of the crew engaged in operating and maintaining engines, equipment, and spaces aboard the dredge.
• Inspects engines and equipment, making repairs and directing others to make repairs.
• Orders supplies and maintains an appropriate parts inventory.
• Stands engine room watches and maintains engine room watch schedules.
• Checks fuel being used, and orders additional fuel as needed.
• Uses hand and power tools to repair machinery.
• Maintains engine room logbooks.
• Ensures that engines are greased, oiled, and repaired as necessary.
• Monitors gages for proper operations and makes appropriate dissections.
• Instructs and trains the crew in safe and proper job procedures.
• Corrects safety deficiencies or other unsafe conditions aboard the dredge.
• Maintains fuel barge and checks for need of repair.
• Supervises the work activities of the 2nd Engineer aboard the vessel.
• Participates in Safety and Environmental initiatives that will contribute to compliance of State/Federal regulations and improve existing Company programs.

 

EMPLOYEE SAFETY AND COMPLIANCE

 

• Responsible and accountable for incumbent’s own personal safety.
• Responsible and accountable for the safety of all co-workers and any others incumbent comes in contact with.
• Authorized and obligated to stop work on any task or series of tasks whenever an unsafe condition or situation is anticipated or is observed.
• Complies with all applicable laws, regulations and Company policies and procedures, and is subject to appropriate disciplinary action (including dismissal) for failure to do so.
• Reports any and all violations of applicable laws, regulations or Company policies and procedures promptly, and is subject to appropriate disciplinary action (including dismissal) for failure to do so.
• Performs other related administrative and technical duties as may be assigned or requested by immediate supervision (such as certification training, safety training, procedure review, etc.).
• All employees, current and former, must maintain confidentiality by not disclosing to others any confidential, proprietary or trade secret information belonging to the Company.

 

POSITION COMPENTENCIES 

 

• Business Acumen (Business Awareness, Knowledge): Showcases knowledgeable and understanding of business operations and functions, and the ability to align goals to support the business.
• Change Management (Change Readiness, Conflict Management): Demonstrates support for innovation to improve effectiveness; Initiate, sponsor, and implement organizational change.
• Collaboration (Relationships, Team Interface): Establishes constructive relationship with clients and other work units to meet mutual goals and objectives of the company.
• Communication (Verbal, Written): Utilizes verbal and written communication skills to express oneself clearly in conversations and interactions with others.
• Managing Work (Initiative, Productivity, Results O