Chief Engineer: The chief engineer heads the engine room department and reports directly to the captain. He/she assumes great responsibility and it is a job that requires vast amounts of experience and skill. They will oversee the entire department and provide direction and training to the other engineers.
2ndEngineer: Takes command directly from the chief engineer. The 2ndengineer is usually on the way to becoming a chief engineer and is in the process of completing qualifications and/or sea time. It is usually a very hands-on job (Chief deals with planning and paperwork). Oversees, assists and provides direction for the remaining engineers. 2ndEngineers (if qualified) will sometime stand in for a Chief when they are on vacation and it is therefore great preparation for a chief engineer role.
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