Weeks Marine, Inc.
Chief Engineer - Weeks Dredging Operations
Weeks Marine, Inc., New Orleans, Louisiana, United States, 70123
Position Overview
The Chief Engineer has the supervisory responsibility for the safe overall operation, maintenance, and repair of all mechanical, electrical, and environmental systems of assigned equipment and personnel.
District Overview Weeks Marine is a full-service marine contractor operating across North America. The company offers a wide range of specialty marine construction solutions, operating in transportation, power, water/wastewater, mining, building, industrial, and oil, gas, and chemical markets. Integrated with 135 years of construction and engineering experience, Weeks Marine provides holistic solutions unmatched in the industry.
Location The role is based in Louisiana but the employee can reside anywhere throughout the Gulf Coast or Eastern Seaboard. The position works on a 21‑day on / 21‑day off schedule.
Responsibilities
Ensures vessel and operational compliance with company policies and applicable regulatory agencies.
Manages requisition of spare parts, fuel, lubrication oils, and other materials needed for safe engine room operation.
Communicates with Port Engineer regarding vessel repairs and maintenance.
Completes Job Safety Analysis (JSA) and Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA).
Keeps payroll records of engine room crew and reviews performance.
Assigns engine room personnel to perform regular maintenance and repairs on pumps, motors, diesel engines, and other equipment.
Supervises repairs to ensure conformity with specifications and standards.
Maintains accurate records to create engine room logs, inventories, and maintenance history.
Tracks and orders fuel, oil, and water.
Determines maintenance priorities.
Performs other duties as assigned by the Technical Group.
Qualifications
5+ years of hopper dredge and/or qualified engine room experience preferred.
Ability to work 84‑hour work week and live aboard vessel for full rotation.
Willingness and ability to travel as required.
Proficient in standard office software packages.
Supervisory experience preferred.
Fluent use of oral and written English; understands hand signals.
Required Certifications or Licenses
Driver’s license.
Merchant Mariner Credential (preferred).
Other Requirements
Regular, reliable attendance.
Works productively and meets deadlines in a timely manner.
Communicates and interacts effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
Performs work safely and effectively. Understands and follows oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
Works during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines; works overtime and weekends as required.
May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.
Benefits Full‑time staff employees receive a comprehensive benefits package, including top‑tier medical, dental, and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.
Equal Opportunity Employer Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
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District Overview Weeks Marine is a full-service marine contractor operating across North America. The company offers a wide range of specialty marine construction solutions, operating in transportation, power, water/wastewater, mining, building, industrial, and oil, gas, and chemical markets. Integrated with 135 years of construction and engineering experience, Weeks Marine provides holistic solutions unmatched in the industry.
Location The role is based in Louisiana but the employee can reside anywhere throughout the Gulf Coast or Eastern Seaboard. The position works on a 21‑day on / 21‑day off schedule.
Responsibilities
Ensures vessel and operational compliance with company policies and applicable regulatory agencies.
Manages requisition of spare parts, fuel, lubrication oils, and other materials needed for safe engine room operation.
Communicates with Port Engineer regarding vessel repairs and maintenance.
Completes Job Safety Analysis (JSA) and Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA).
Keeps payroll records of engine room crew and reviews performance.
Assigns engine room personnel to perform regular maintenance and repairs on pumps, motors, diesel engines, and other equipment.
Supervises repairs to ensure conformity with specifications and standards.
Maintains accurate records to create engine room logs, inventories, and maintenance history.
Tracks and orders fuel, oil, and water.
Determines maintenance priorities.
Performs other duties as assigned by the Technical Group.
Qualifications
5+ years of hopper dredge and/or qualified engine room experience preferred.
Ability to work 84‑hour work week and live aboard vessel for full rotation.
Willingness and ability to travel as required.
Proficient in standard office software packages.
Supervisory experience preferred.
Fluent use of oral and written English; understands hand signals.
Required Certifications or Licenses
Driver’s license.
Merchant Mariner Credential (preferred).
Other Requirements
Regular, reliable attendance.
Works productively and meets deadlines in a timely manner.
Communicates and interacts effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
Performs work safely and effectively. Understands and follows oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
Works during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines; works overtime and weekends as required.
May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.
Benefits Full‑time staff employees receive a comprehensive benefits package, including top‑tier medical, dental, and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.
Equal Opportunity Employer Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
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