Ships’ engineers control and participate in the operation, maintenance and repair of mechanical, electrical and electronic equipment and machinery on board ship, or perform related supporting functions on shore.
Skill level:
Skilled
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- Salary range for the majority of workers in Ships’ engineers - from $2,200 to $8,230 per month - 2024.
- A Ships’ engineers typically earns between $2,200 and $5,223 gross per month at the start of the job.
- After 5 years of service, this is between $2,506 and $5,903 per month for a working week of 40 hours.
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Tasks and duties
- Controlling and participating in the operation, maintenance and repair of mechanical, electrical and electronic equipment and machinery on board ship
- Ordering fuel and other engine-room department stores and maintaining records of operations
- Performing technical supervision of the installation, maintenance and repair of ships’ machinery and equipment to ensure compliance with specifications and regulations
- Inspecting and conducting maintenance and emergency repairs to engines, machinery and auxiliary equipment
- Standing engine room watch, monitoring and noting performance of engines, machinery and auxiliary equipment
