Principal Engineer

Location: HAYMARKET, NSW

Salary: Award

Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

About the role AIS? Marine? Pty? Ltd continues to expand its specialist marine and ship repair, maintenance and inspection services across Australian ports. We are seeking a seasoned Principal Engineer (Marine Engineering) to provide senior technical leadership on MAN? B&W electronically controlled ME series propulsion systems and broader marine engineering projects. This position is Sydney based but may require travel nation-wide and occasional international travel. Key responsibilities

• Lead troubleshooting, overhaul and performance optimization of large 2-stroke electronic engines on board vessels alongside berth or at inner/outer anchorages, including remote diagnostics and voyage repairs.
• Main Propulsion Engine main bearing, cross head bearing and con rod bearing renewal and inspection for condition monitoring.
• Diesel generator overhauling, including crankpin and main bearing renewal.
• Deck machinery and deck cranes troubleshooting, repair and maintenance.
• Understand the codes and requirements of various welding procedures.
• Act as Chief Technical Authority for the projects within AIS?

Marine, issuing technical directives and engineering standards.

• Conduct on-site condition assessments and failure investigations; recommend corrective measures and preventive maintenance strategies.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of OEM bulletins, alternative fuel retrofits (ME GI / ME LGI) and emerging hybrid propulsion technologies.
• Estimate, manage and lead repair and retrofit projects from initiation to close out, ensuring delivery on schedule, on budget and to agreed HSEQ standards.
• Prepare and submit detailed repair plans, method statements and risk assessments for client and Classification Society approval; track comments to closure and maintain document control.
• Coordinate and communicate with all interested parties – owners/clients, local agents, sub contractors, Classification and Flag

State surveyors, port & terminal authorities – securing permits, approvals and seamless execution in accordance with professional and legal standards.

• Analysing project scope, budgeting, cost estimation and resource allocation.
• Compile, review and issue comprehensive final service/technical reports with full traceability of materials, test records and certification.
• Represent owners/operators in Class, Flag and PSC surveys; compile objective evidence, close out corrective actions and drive continual improvement.
• Prepare the procedures and management documents, perform internal technical audits (as per ISO?9001, ISO?14001, ISO?45001 standards) and support external ISM/ISPS/MLC audits.
• Prepare training materials and mentor junior engineers, technicians, and apprentices; deliver toolbox talks and OEM-aligned training modules.
• Provide expert input to tenders, root cause analyses and incident investigations.
• Carry out ISM audits onboard the vessels for ship managers, inspections for Owners as well as assist in Owner, flag state and class change transitions.
• Assistance for various drydock repair jobs as well as coordination between the owner/manager/vessel engineer and the dock supervisor.

Essential criteria

• Tertiary qualifications in an Engineering field
• Minimum?

02? years hands-on experience in the following:

• MAN?

B&W ME series engines (slow speed electronically controlled)

• Experience as a Senior or Chief Engineer on ocean-going vessels with MAN?

B&W ME series engines (preferably container, tanker or bulk carrier).

• as an Auditor completed at least 05 ISM audits and 02 inspections for the owner.
• Hands-on experience regarding the assistance of a vessel's Flag, ownership and management change, minimum 02 vessels.
• Certificate of Competency – STCW Reg.

?III/2 Chief Engineer (unlimited).

• In-depth knowledge of IACS Classification Rules, Flag

State requirements and IMO conventions, LSA & FFE codes. (SOLAS, MARPOL, ISM, ISPS, MLC).

• Demonstrated experience preparing for and leading internal/external technical audits.
• Strong command of English (verbal & written) with proven technical report writing ability and presentation skills.
• Effective and professional communication skills.
• Uncompromising commitment to safety, environmental protection and quality management.
• Ability to work under pressure and execute projects in line with the vessel's tight schedules.

What we offer

• Competitive salary package project performance incentives Super.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Collaborative culture in a rapidly growing, ISO certified organization.
• About you: Australian Citizens/PR status is preferred, however highly qualified overseas applicants can be considered.