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Trainee Engineer on Oil/chemical tanker

Contract/OSG Ship Management/Oil/chemical tanker

Salary
$3 100 / month
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Posted
Sep 16, 2026
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Role overview

What this job needs

Trainee Engineer needed for an oil/chemical tanker, start 23 Sep 2026, $3 100 / month contract.

$Salary$3 100 / month
VVessel / work typeContract
PLocationOil/chemical tanker
CCore requirementSTCW 95/96 certification (Marine Engineer Officer, 3rd class) or equivalent

Employer notes

The trainee will assist the chief engineer on a double‑hull oil/chemical tanker, supporting safe transport of hazardous cargoes. You will learn vessel systems, maintenance procedures and environmental compliance under senior supervision.

Daily duties include monitoring engine performance, conducting routine inspections of propulsion and auxiliary machinery, and recording operational data in the ship’s log. You will help with planned maintenance, assist in troubleshooting faults, and support watch‑keeping as required. Safety drills and emergency response participation are also part of the role.

Join OSG Ship Management to gain hands‑on experience on modern tankers while working in a supportive, multicultural crew environment. The contract offers a clear career path toward a full engineer’s licence.

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Day-to-day focus

Key responsibilities

01

Operate safely

The trainee will assist the chief engineer on a double‑hull oil/chemical tanker, supporting safe transport of hazardous cargoes.

02

Meet standards

You will learn vessel systems, maintenance procedures and environmental compliance under senior supervision.

03

Support the team

Daily duties include monitoring engine performance, conducting routine inspections of propulsion and auxiliary machinery, and recording operational data in the ship’s log.

Requirements

  • OKSTCW 95/96 certification (Marine Engineer Officer, 3rd class) or equivalent
  • OKBasic knowledge of diesel engines, pumps and cargo handling systems
  • OKAbility to read and complete technical documentation in English
  • OKGood physical condition and willingness to work watch rotations
  • OKTeam player with strong communication skills
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