Motorman

A Motorman is part of a vessel’s engine department. They stand watch with the Engine Officer on duty and will help with repair and maintenance as well as carry out basic tasks in the engine room and around the vessel such as cleaning or painting. They will also have duties that could include making routine checks of machinery, as well as of the bilge and pump rooms, and the tanks. They will inspect equipment such as turbines, condensers, and pumps and will be expected to record their findings and report any issues or problems that they find to their Officers, and safely rectify them if possible.