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2nd Engineer on Container Ship

Contract/Marine MAN Ltd/Container Ship

Salary
$7,906 - $8,456 / month
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Department
Engine
Maritime function
Posted
Oct 23, 2026
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Role overview

What this job needs

2nd Engineer needed for a 4‑month contract on a 10,000 TEU container vessel, joining 15 Jan 2027, salary $7,906‑$8,456 per month.

$Salary$7,906 - $8,456 / month
VVessel / work typeContract
PLocationContainer Ship
CCore requirement- STCW 95/96 certification with valid 2nd Engineer Marine Engineer’s Certificate of Competency

Employer notes

The 2nd Engineer will support the Chief Engineer in operating and maintaining the main and auxiliary machinery of a modern container ship. You will be responsible for monitoring plant performance, assisting with watch‑keeping, and ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations. The role offers exposure to a high‑capacity vessel on international routes.

Daily duties include supervising engine room personnel, conducting routine inspections, and performing preventive maintenance on propulsion and power generation systems. You will troubleshoot faults, coordinate repairs, and keep detailed technical logs. Participation in daily and monthly audits, as well as emergency drills, forms part of the routine.

Join Marine MAN Ltd and work with a skilled multinational crew in a well‑maintained vessel that values safety and professional development. The contract provides a competitive salary and the chance to gain experience on a flagship container line.

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Day-to-day focus

Key responsibilities

01

Operate safely

The 2nd Engineer will support the Chief Engineer in operating and maintaining the main and auxiliary machinery of a modern container ship.

02

Meet standards

You will be responsible for monitoring plant performance, assisting with watch‑keeping, and ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations.

03

Support the team

The role offers exposure to a high‑capacity vessel on international routes.

Requirements

  • OK- STCW 95/96 certification with valid 2nd Engineer Marine Engineer’s Certificate of Competency
  • OK- Minimum 3 years sea service as 2nd Engineer on container or similar cargo vessels
  • OK- Proficiency in diesel engine operation, turbo‑chargers, and auxiliary plant systems
  • OK- Familiarity with IMO regulations, ECDIS, and condition‑based monitoring tools
  • OK- Good command of English, both written and spoken; ability to work in a multicultural team
2nd EngineerContainer ShipContractMarine MAN LtdEngine

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