SERVICE ENGINEER (LSA - FFA)

Job Responsibilities

Life-Saving Appliances (LSA)

1. Periodical inspections of Life-Saving Appliances (LSA), such as winches, davits, lifeboats, and release hooks.

a) Check General Condition of Lifeboat

 Condition of lifeboat structure including fixed and loose equipment

 Engine and propulsion system

 Sprinkler and air supply system, where fitted

 Maneuvering system

 Power supply system and bailing system

b) Examine for satisfactory condition and operation of release gear

 Operation of devices for activation of release gear

 Excessive free play (tolerances)

 Hydrostatic interlock system, where fitted

 Cables for control and release and

 Hook fastening

c) Examine for satisfactory condition and operation of Davit

 Davit structure, in particular with regards to corrosion, misalignments, deformations and excessive free play

 Wire and sheaves, possible damages such as kinks and corrosion

 Lubrication of wires, sheaves and moving parts

 Functioning of limit switches

 Store power systems and

 Hydraulic systems

d) Examine for satisfactory condition and operation of Winch

 Open and inspect brake mechanism where possible

 Replace brake pads if necessary

 Remote control system

 Power supply system and

 Winch foundation

Life raft

2. Periodic Inspection, Service and Certification including Documentation.

3. Repair and Maintenance of Life Raft.

4. Knowledge of Life Raft Contained opening / removal and Inflation system dismounted.

5. Container cleaning and fiberglass repairer if required.

6. Emergency pack in checked and items replaced if expired according to regulations.

7. Life raft equipment is inspected and replaced if needed.

8. Knowledge of Cylinder operating head, valve, knife, and release wire inspection

9. Experience of Inflation systems and high-pressure hoses inspection.

10. Checking of CO2 cylinder and correctness of content level.

11. Life raft deflation, repacking in the container and preparing for dispatch.

12. Quality Check of work done and completion of documentation as per regulations.

Firefighting Appliances (FFA)

13. Knowledge for the Periodic testing and inspections of FFA :

a) Fire mains, fire pumps, hydrants, hoses, and nozzles; Fixed fire detection and fire alarm systems; Fixed gas fire-extinguishing

c) Quality Check of work done and completion of documentation as per regulations.

d) Commissioning of firefighting appliances.

14. Work shall be done on board vessels or at the company workshop.

15. Work on spares requisition as per project requirement.

16. Able to use hand tools & power tools.

17. Prepare & maintain detailed test & inspection records.

18. Educating customers on the operations of the equipment installed.

19. Ensure compliance with health, safety & environment regulations.

20. Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the department.

Required Skills & Qualifications

1. Diploma / Engineering / ITI or equivalent.

2. Minimum 2-5 years of experience in similar role.

3. Excellent academics and technical knowledge and ability to apply learned knowledge.

4. Knowledge of IMO / SOLAS regulations.

5. Knowledge of IACS and Non IACS Class approvals and process.

6. UAE driving License is added advantage.

Skills Required

Service Engineering