Job Description

Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE

Rotation: 60 days on / 30 days off

Joining date: 25 October 2026

GPS Talent is recruiting an experienced Chief Engineer for an Offshore Support Vessel operating in Abu Dhabi.

Requirements

Valid Chief Engineer Unlimited Certificate of Competency – STCW III/2.
Minimum 48 months of sea service as Chief Engineer on AHTS, OSV and/or PSV vessels.
Strong experience in marine machinery operation, maintenance and fault diagnosis.
Proven ability to lead an engineering team and maintain vessel reliability during offshore operations.
Previous experience with ADNOC operations is highly desirable.
Valid STCW certification, seafarer's medical certificate, seaman's book and passport.
Available to join on 25 October 2026.

Key responsibilities

Manage the safe and reliable operation of propulsion machinery, generators and auxiliary systems.
Plan and oversee preventive maintenance, repairs and fault diagnosis.
Lead the engineering team and maintain safe engine-room working practices.
Manage bunkering, fuel and lubricant consumption, spare parts and technical stores.
Maintain machinery records, maintenance reports and statutory documentation.
Ensure compliance with the vessel's Safety Management System, pollution-prevention procedures and flag-state requirements.
Coordinate with the Master and shore technical team on machinery condition, defects and operational readiness.