OOW Engineer
We are currently recruiting for an Engineer OOW to join the team.
About the Company:
Ferguson Transport & Shipping is a family-owned and operated business. With over 65 years of experience in the haulage and marine industry, we provide proactive logistic solutions for our customers throughout the Highlands & Islands, and mainland UK, within multiple sectors including:
- Road Haulage
- Marine Services
- Rail Logistics
- Storage & Warehousing
- Cranage
- Waste Management
- Servicing/Maintenance
- Port Services
- Kishorn Port & Dry Dock
Today we are proudly one of the largest independent transport and distribution companies in the Highlands and Islands of Scotland. We owe our remarkable growth and enviable reputation to our continued investment in innovative transport solutions, our commitment to delivering outstanding customer service and the enduring support of the local business community.
We’re passionate about what we do, and our goal is always to provide a quality service that exceeds customer expectations and deliver flexible transport solutions that make a positive difference to our client’s businesses we serve.
About you:
Key skills, Experience & Competencies:
- Proof of eligibility to work in the UK
- Previous OOW Engineer experience
- STCW Certification is required
- Valid ENG 1
- MCA Certificates of Competence (or CeC)
About the Role
The OOW Engineer will work alongside the Master and Deck OOW on board one of our well maintained landing crafts on the North West Coast of Scotland.
Our vessels are suitable for many applications from the offshore sector to aquaculture and logistics and are available for hire to carry out a wide range of duties
Prior experience of crane operations would be an advantage but not essential as training will be provided.
Main Responsibilities (list not exhaustive)
- Ensuring that the Company’s Safety Management System is adhered to at all times
- Planning and controlling all maintenance and repair activities in the engine room department, reporting maintenance and repair activities
- Monitoring engine control systems
- Carrying out proper recording in the engine logbook
- Being in charge of the vessel’s technical equipment
- Carrying out the responsibilities and emergency duties as required
- Carrying out maintenance and greasing/conservation work
- Crane operations
- Perform cargo loading/discharge duties as directed by the Master
Benefits of being an employee with Ferguson Transport & Shipping
- Competitive rates of pay
- Loyalty payment scheme
- Employer contributory pension scheme
- Occupational health surveillance
- Group life assurance
- Employee Assistance programme
- Training & Support from day one and throughout your career with the Company
Please attach copies of your certification to support your application.