Oiler/Motorman

maintaining the machinery aboard a ship, focusing on lubrication, maintenance, and assisting engineers to ensure the smooth operation of the vessel's engine room.

Key Responsibilities

• Lubrication and Maintenance: The primary duty of an oiler is to maintain and monitor the lubrication of all mechanical systems on the ship. This includes ensuring that engines, pumps, and other machinery are properly lubricated to prevent overheating and mechanical failure. 2
• Assisting Engineers: Oilers assist engineers with the servicing and repair of engine room machinery and equipment. This may involve cleaning, maintaining, and operating machinery, as well as performing routine checks and maintenance on supporting systems like oil filters and lubricating pumps. 2
• Routine Inspections: Regular inspections of machinery and equipment are essential. Oilers are responsible for recording and reporting any abnormalities or discrepancies in machinery performance to the e...