Maritime Professionals, Engine department - Open Application
đą Keep the Heart of the Ship Beating â Engine Crew Wanted! đ§ Letâs face it â without the engine crew, the shipâs just a fancy floating hotel. Thatâs where you come in! We're fueling up our talent pool with passionate, certified, and slightly oil-scented professionals for future assignments across the Strait of Gibraltar. Whether you're a Chief Engineer who runs a tight engine room, a motorman who talks to purifiers, or a cadet still figuring out what half those valves do â you're welcome here. đ About the Role Position: Open Application â Future Engine Department Roles Location: Strait of Gibraltar Vessel-based: Yes â shore beds may be provided (depending on tides and luck) Contract: Rotational â typically 2 weeks on, 2 weeks off Apply By: Ongoing â weâre always looking for great talent đ§ Who Weâre Looking For Engine Department crew who can handle the heat (literally). Officers:
Chief Engineer, Second Engineer, Third Engineer, Fourth Engineer Ratings:
Motorman, Oiler, Wiper Cadets:
Engine Cadets with enthusiasm and clean overalls đ·ââïž About You You donât panic when the alarms beep. You know your way around a toolbox. And you understand that a smoothly running engine room is a beautiful thing (even if it smells like diesel and determination). Youâve got: â Valid STCW certificates
â MLC-compliant Medical Certificate
â Seamanâs Book
â Passport (youâll need it!)
â Engine experience (highly preferred)
â FRB certificate (mandatory for Motormen)
â Marlins English score (or the ability to explain oil pressure in fluent English)
â Team spirit, safety-first mindset, and willingness to ship out when called đ What Youâll Get
- Stable rotation and fair contracts
- A crewing team thatâs got your back
- Career growth with a reputable company
- That sweet mix of sea-time and shore-time (if crewing won't ruin your plan)
âïž Join the Movement â Help Keep Us Running Engines donât run themselves (yet), so if youâre ready to be part of a professional crew where your skills matter â hop aboard. While youâre with us, we want you to develop. At DFDS, we believe that development happens first and foremost through activities in the workplace. We will also offer training courses that can support you in your role, if needed. Are we a match? Then what are you waiting for? Apply Now. âŻâŻâŻ If you think your personality, skills, experience, and desire match our vision, weâd love to hear from you. Please send us your CV as soon as possible, as weâre keen to meet potential candidates on an ongoing basis.âŻâŻâŻ We look forward to hearing from you.