North Star
Chief Engineer - ERRV/MRV
How your CV stacks up
Upload your CV to see how well it fits this job role
?%
Chief Engineer - ERRV/MRV
Chief Engineer (ERRV/MRV Fleet) – Permanent Position
Location: ERRV/MRV fleet Start Date: 03/07/2026 Contract: 4 weeks on / 4 weeks off rotation
The Company has an exciting opportunity for a Chief Engineer to join its ERRV/MRV fleet. The ideal candidate must have prior experience as a Chief Engineer and hold (or be eligible to obtain) a UK Class of Investment / UK Function Showing Examination (UK FSE) certificate. Non-UK candidates with the willingness to apply for the UK equivalent are also encouraged to apply.
Role Responsibilities
The Chief Engineer is responsible for:
- Overseeing the technical status of the ship, machinery, and propulsion systems, ensuring all onboard equipment remains in working order.
- Ensuring compliance with flag state, Classification Society, IMO (International Maritime Organization), port authority, and owner’s management regulations.
- Safely, efficiently, and economically operating and maintaining:
- Onboard machinery and systems
- Specialist equipment permanently installed on board
- The fabric of the vessel
- Maintaining an effective and efficient watch in the engine room at all times.
- Reporting and documenting defects via the company’s approved planned maintenance system and keeping records updated.
- Requisitioning stores, spares, and equipment for the Engine Department.
- Delegating tasks to the Engine Room staff.
- Actively promoting and upholding the company’s Quality, Health, Safety, and Environmental Policy.
- Encouraging inter-departmental communications for seamless operation.
Reasons to use Rodeo
Start with a chat, not a search bar
Grad scheme, placement, apprenticeship? Not sure what you want yet — that's fine. Your agent talks it through with you and turns "I have no idea" into a shortlist.
It searches the market for you
Every day your agent scans the market matching roles against what actually matters to you, not just keywords on a CV.
Only hits
No noise. No "maybe this fits." Just roles with a clear explanation of why they're right — and where to focus when applying.
Requirements
- Proven experience as a Chief Engineer in a maritime environment.
- Hold or be eligible for a UK Class of Investment / UK FSE (or equivalent certification available for non-UK candidates).
- Strong knowledge of maritime regulations, safety protocols, and technical maintenance.
- Ability to lead a team and ensure high standards of safety, efficiency, and compliance.
Get help with your application
Your very own career expert that helps elevate your application to the next level.
Benefits
- Competitive salary aligned with industry standards.
- 28 days of holiday per year (rotational basis).
- Contributory pension scheme.
- Access to an Employee Assistance Programme for wellbeing and support.
We welcome ambitious professionals who are committed to maintaining the highest standards in maritime operations and safety.
“It took my CV and asked me questions relevant to understanding what kind of jobs to suggest for me. Suggestions were almost perfect. Jobs were exactly what I’ve been looking for.”
Jessica, London
Skills