HVAC Engineer for Mitsui Ocean Cruises

HVAC Engineer for Mitsui Ocean Cruises

Department: Engine

Employment Type: Contract

Location: Shipboard

Description

We are looking for experienced AC Engineer ready to join cruise vessel MITSUI OCEAN FUJI, embarkation 08/November/2025, contract 3 months on/off, required experienced as such on cruise, all valid Certificates.

Position Summary

1. To maintain a safe and efficient operation of the HVAC/Refrigeration system and Engine Room ventilation system, in accordance with Company Policies, any National or International standards and any other prescribed regulations.
2. Execution of repair and maintenance work inside and outside of the HVAC/Refrigeration section, as well as the Engine Room Ventilation system, in a safe and efficient manner.
3. Responsible for overseeing maintenance and repair of the required areas, in accordance with Company Policies and in compliance with Public Health or any other prescribed regulations.
4. Responsible for maintaining detailed work lists, reports, records and logs for the required areas.
5. Ensures proper coordination with the required technical parties and departments.

1. Reporting to the Chief Engineer.

1. Participates in crew safety drills according to instructions.
2. Must always comply with the Company’s safety and pollution prevention regulations and operating procedures.
3. Leads by example by taking care of Health and Safety of self and others.
4. Ensures that all work equipment, personal protective equipment, chemicals and safety devices are being used correctly. Delivering training, guidance and supervision on how to use and maintain them where necessary.

1. Valid STCW 95 certification.
2. Valid Certificate to work with refrigerant gases
3. Appropriate certification as required by regulations.
4. Physically and medically fit.
5. Moral integrity is required.
6. Public Health, Sanitation and Environmental training courses are appreciated.
7. Proficient in reading and understanding technical drawings and manuals.
8. Alaska experience is a plus.
9. It is recommended to have Public Health, Coast Guard and Port State Control experience.

Profile

1. Vast knowledge of a multi outlet operation.
2. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to lead, motivate and develop a culturally diverse work force.
3. Punctual.
4. Proactive approach to problem solving.
5. Ability to be flexible, well organised, self managed and motivated.
6. Ability to handle multiple demands, remain calm and effective under pressure and resolve issues quickly.
7. Safe, professional and personal practices. Fully conversant with VMS and MLC requirements.
8. Well-groomed and neat appearance.
9. Ability to deliver a high standard of technical performance.

Key Responsibilities

1. Maintaining the equipment records, planned maintenance schedules, repair and work-orders for equipment in the HVAC/Refrigeration area.
2. Maintaining machinery history and repair and maintenance records for the equipment, he is responsible for maintaining. This is accomplished through utilising the AMOS computerised maintenance system.
3. Ensuring that narrative statements in AMOS include dates of repair and maintenance, conditions found, nature of work done, parts used, etc.
4. Responsible for AC compressors, including pipes, pumps and shut off valves in pre-heat water systems.
5. Maintenance and operation of Engine Room ventilation including fire dampers.
6. Maintenance and operation of pumps for AC pre-heat, re-heat (HVAC/Refrigeration section has no other pumps noted in AMOS).
7. Maintaining insulation and seals for doors to provision rooms and walk-in coolers, including latches, hinges and gaskets.
8. Responsible for creating detailed work lists for each member of his team/section, specifying their area of responsibility for maintaining and repairing HVAC/Refrigeration equipment.
9. Making all necessary reports and logs related to the HVAC/Refrigeration section.
10. Maintaining the HVAC/Refrigeration equipment spaces under his control in a clean and safe condition.
11. Providing a handover report to the relieving Refrigeration Engineer with a copy to the Chief Engineer, whenever leaving the vessel for vacation, or any other reason.
12. Reporting to Chief Engineer upon joining the vessel and consulting with the Refrigeration Engineer being relieved, regarding the machinery and equipment for which the Refrigeration Engineer is responsible.
13. Ensuring to read their predecessor’s relief reports when joining the vessel, and to discuss any unusual circumstances in the report with the Chief Engineer.
14. Ensuring, when in capacity of relieving Refrigeration Engineer, that all the publications and records assigned to the custody of the departing 1st Refrigeration Engineer is received before said person leaves the vessel.
15. Coordinating and developing a vacation plan for HVAC/Refrigeration section Officers and crew, in conjunction with the Chief Engineer.
16. To accurately log overtime for HVAC/Refrigeration section crew, and to ensure that Overtime sheets are submitted to the Chief Engineer in a timely manner.
17. Adhering to and ensuring that the HVAC/Refrigeration section Officers and crew adhere to all Company policies and procedures, manuals and directives.
18. Issuing detailed work lists to the Assistant AC Fitter, specifying their responsible maintenance area of machinery and equipment.
19. To train, coach, counsel, support, supervise and delegate to the Assistant AC Fitter.
20. Other responsibilities as assigned by the Chief Engineer, but not limited to the above.