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3rd Engineer on Container Ship

Contract/Maris Recruitment RO Group SRL/Container Ship

Salary
$5,000 / month
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Department
Engine
Maritime function
Posted
Aug 31, 2026
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Role overview

What this job needs

3rd Engineer needed for a 4‑month contract on a container vessel, $5,000 per month, joining 03‑09‑2026.

$Salary$5,000 / month
VVessel / work typeContract
PLocationContainer Ship
CCore requirement- STCW 2010 certificates (Basic Safety, Firefighting, Survival Craft) and a valid 3rd Engineer CoC

Employer notes

The 3rd Engineer will support the engine department on a modern container ship, assisting the Chief Engineer and 2nd Engineer in maintaining propulsion and auxiliary systems. The role involves routine monitoring, troubleshooting, and ensuring compliance with safety and environmental standards.

Daily duties include operating and maintaining main engines, generators, and fuel treatment plants, conducting routine inspections, and preparing daily technical reports. You will assist in planned maintenance, spare parts management, and respond to any emergencies at sea. Coordination with the deck department for bunkering and ballast operations is also required.

This contract offers a stable onboard environment with a professional crew and opportunities to gain experience on a high‑capacity container vessel. Maris Recruitment RO Group SRL provides full support and a clear career path for motivated engineers.

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Day-to-day focus

Key responsibilities

01

Operate safely

The 3rd Engineer will support the engine department on a modern container ship, assisting the Chief Engineer and 2nd Engineer in maintaining propulsion and auxiliary systems.

02

Meet standards

The role involves routine monitoring, troubleshooting, and ensuring compliance with safety and environmental standards.

03

Support the team

Daily duties include operating and maintaining main engines, generators, and fuel treatment plants, conducting routine inspections, and preparing daily technical reports.

Requirements

  • OK- STCW 2010 certificates (Basic Safety, Firefighting, Survival Craft) and a valid 3rd Engineer CoC
  • OK- Minimum 2 years sea service as 3rd Engineer on a container or similar vessel
  • OK- Proficiency with engine monitoring systems and electronic logbooks
  • OK- Ability to perform routine maintenance and minor repairs independently
  • OK- Good command of English, both written and spoken
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