Day in the Life of a Mega-ship Marine Engineer
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 6 มิ.ย. 2024
- A day in the life of a Marine Engineer onboard 366 meter vessel "OOCL Brussels". In this episode we follow Alan who is the 4th engineer in charge of maintenance of various primary and auxiliary engines. You will get a glimpse into what life and what work is happening onboard a mega ship of this size. The Engine Room is the heart of the vessel in which it propels the ship and powers all equipment's onboard. Marine engineers are a critical part of the ship's operations as well as upkeep of all machineries.
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The men who work on the seas and in the ships are daily heroes, they have to deal with very difficult conditions and mental pressure, away from their home, their family and friends.
They are a rare and very special kind of people.
A son of chief engineer, miss you dad
And women 🤗
@@helenamijangos1805 and the children
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I was a marine engineer before. Work on chemical tanker and offshore vessel. This video just bring back memories of those old days . It was a nice experience even the job was very tough. Not many people able to withstand the stress, depression, heat, loneliness onboard the vessel. Plus missing so many memorable memories in life. My father, grandmothers all passed away when I was onboard ship. No chance to see them before their funeral
I want to do offshore can you help
How to get job I'm hvac engineer
@@hvac877 I think there are a lot of HVAC opportunities on cruise ships
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Is it possible to work on a ship like this as a mechanical engineer or electric engineer? How can you get in?
@@balazslakatos844 yes you can. Provided you attend transition course to work onboard vessel because it requires a lot of training,certificate and competency level to work onboard vessel
Really interesting Jeff. Thanks.
Your video also superb !
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The most interesting thing about seafaring to me is the fact that work is home. You can slack off all you want during breaks but when it's time to work, you work attentively and meticulously since you are literally servicing your temporary home. A job well done guarantees another peaceful night aboard your shared little home at sea.
I would be extremely interested in seeing the hour long video about engine room checks. I am an aircraft mechanic by trade and and curious about the inner workings of ships.
Exactly same here, FAA A&P student
same
I'd love to see it too
I work as an airline pilot and just like planes, I have the same level of interest about ship operations. I would have become a seafarer if I hadn't been an airline pilot
Speaking as a third engineer which works on the vlcc tankers, i can say that the work is fast paced although sometimes it takes even months to reach the loading/discharge ports.
The machinery is working continuously for very long periods, almost all pumps, fuel and lube oil purifiers are in pairs (one for running and other as standby).
It is very very hot, depending the area where you are (Persian Gulf area during august engine room.tempereture is well above 55 celsius degrees)
Regarding the checks, you just monitor the tempretures, oil levels, pressure gauges, check for loose objects, check for any abnormalities such as leaks, vibration,noises.
Most of the important machinery is main engine (big 2 stroke engines-piston diameter is 800mm), diesel generators, some ships have turbo generators to produce electricity, boiler as an steam generator, many types of pumps (gear, centrifugal, ejector, screw), purifiers for fuel and lube oil, fresh water generator ( we make fresh water from sea water by boiling it under vacuum) and rudder.
Its pretty much easy but sometimes can be very difficult when some problem occur (mostly electrical/electronical problems occur since it has low resistance to heat).
Finally after 5 months......thank you for the content.
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Now six months waiting for a new video
Sir nenga Mari e engineering ah
What I learnt today :
1. Its Jeff's day off as he's following someone else around
2. Alan is stronger than he looks
3. Ships are claustrophobic af
Lol, fair enough
3 is kinda incorrect. some ships, like cargo ships tend to have tight spaces. but ships like cruise ships tend to have bigger spaces. but their engine room is just as cramped.
"subscribe for more" been 2 years waiting for more!
thank you for taking your time to make this video for us. much appreciated
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Brought many memories back of the 16 years I spent at sea as a Marine Engineer.
Thank you for this Jeff.
Really? :D
How can i become a Marine Engineer ?
Was it a beautiful experience ?
@@Noah-zg1hg same I also wanna be one
How was the life? Do u recommend it?
can u five us some tipsss please
How was it? Did you enjoy the job?
I was a marine engineer. After 22 years ashore i still dream am inbarcked. Strong memories. Glad to had it. Glad its behind.
What a fascinating insight into the life of a marine engineer. Sea life is a bit like life in the forces, people outside rarely know what goes on inside. The life does seem quite tough and monotonous, not to mention the fact that they are at sea for long periods. Back when I was working for a bank nearly 20 years back, I remember the first engineers used to take home cheques of $5k, huge money then and I guess they are super well paid even today.
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Perfect amount of likes
So easyy
For engineers
The food looks arguably better than school lunch. Lol ;)
Unfortunately that’s not saying much. It does look very good though,
School food isn't bad it just look abysmal
Hey Mariners you are going to love this video
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Has the shipping industry gotten so cheap the cook doesn’t even have a helper? Wash your own dishes? I’m surprised you don’t have to buy your own food. A sailors life today is a dogs life.
It’s just a different cultures food that’s all, I bet it’s delicious
this is the most accurate day in the life I've ever seen on this job, good job!
This was interesting to me because I went to sea as an engineer in 1969, leaving as Chief Engineer in 1986.
What's shown in the vid to a certain extent is alien to my life at sea, though the engineroom is pretty much the same.
In my day UMS was in its infancy and we all preferred watch keeping to day work. My company also had uniforms, which we were obliged to wear outside our cabins - kept your shore going gear in good condition!
There was no morning meeting or toolbox talk - there were not that many of us and we knew what we were doing.
Thanks for the vid of what it's like at sea these days!
Heck yeah your back!! Hope to see more!!!
Love this one Jeff, thanks. And tell the IP man he did such a good job letting us follow him around while he did his thing. I didn't realize there was so much for you guys to do while you were out at sea. Thanks for the video!
One of the most informative and interesting videos that I've seen on TH-cam in 2020. Thank you for sharing your experience as a container ship crew. I appreciate more of what you guys do now.
Interesting to see how things have changed and what hasn’t changed since I was a marine engineer 50 years ago. Surprised you still have to go around the engine room taking readings. Accommodation much better. We didn’t have to wash our dishes. We had to wear our uniform when eating in the dining room after work. The one thing which has changed for the better is not having to work watches, 12/4, 4/8, 8/12. The engine room manned 24/4. I never got used to trying to sleep for 4 hours and spent most trips derived of sleep. Thanks for the video and hope you get to be a chief engineer.
I retired many years ago but that took me back to 1975 when I was 4th engineer on ship with a similar layout out to yours. It was one of the first generation unmanned engine rooms. Your working day was similar to mine. I didn't take kindly to being the duty engineer. There was rarely a night without an alarm. Worst offender was the purifier room. When they went through a clean cycle they didn't seal and that was an alarm. Good video and glad that you omitted the engine room noise. Made the video so much better to watch. Well done.
Your nation?
ships are rollin again. great to see you back Jeff.
Everyone seems so nice! Thanks for making this video for someone like me who will never experience life like this. You know, you guys are amazing. I learn to appreciate every field of job in this world because everyone ease each other's life.
This ship seems like a stroll in the park compared to other intimidating videos I've seen about working in the engine department. Gives me a little hope for when I get started soon.
I'm doing my 4th class propulsion plant simulator exam tomorrow so this was an exciting video to hit my subscription box right before bed!
Also I'd love to see the complete first person rounds!
Good luck
What course is this?
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Thank you so much for the high-quality videos, Jeff and Alan and all the crew! I'm a maritime engineering student and about to start onboard training in January. I would be highly interested in the detailed engine room check for sure.
It's an honor to see and to know their daily rounds. More of maintenance check and inventory. Kudos everyone! You made a great job despite of your tough days!
Thank you Jeff and Alan. Very hardworking and like everyone else, love to see the hour long video. I always ask the crew 1,000 curious questions each time I board for ship sanitation inspections.
it might not be for everyone else but i’d like to see that detailed walkthrough of the night time rounds. I’m an aspiring maritime engineer per say so i’m decently interested in all this
It is exactly the same as morning rounds only you dont record the readings in a log book. Just a visual check. You also plan for the night soo checking bilge wells/ tank levels to ensure you don’t get an annoying alarm in the night
Same I'm interested im an aspiring electrical engineer
@@ryanzz1960 i hope so no ship will be haunted one. As in the night shift one will be mostly alone. And dont want to see any para normal activity in dark night in the middle of the ocean. Although it is rare but can happen too
This guy delivered my yacht so, mad love! 👍🏻🛥
Jeff, I really enjoyed your video, It's been over a half century since I served on 3 ships in the 60's. As an electrician, I had the "run of the ship", but did our "watches" in the "hole". GREAT memories but things sure have changed a lot in many ways. I feel fortunate to have spent "my time" in some Engine Rooms. Thank you for making it possible for me to tag along.
Just subscribed and seeing these massive engines in person is something anyone whose been around boats and ships has got to do once in their lifetime it’s astonishing that something that’s ten times bigger than humans can run just like any other engine does but the amount of horsepower generated is just as crazy as the size of the engine itself
'Less stress and more efficient transfer of power'. That's exactly what I say about a short shaft...
Oh you guys! As my hubby says .. even a twenty-two bullet is dangerous within a mile! ;-)
@@SundaysChild1966 loooool
@@SundaysChild1966 women love to lie when they say they like men with a small shaft
Its almost forever since the last time you uploaded but worth our time to wait. Your videos are really quality and educational❤
Thank you Jeff. Your efforts are really admirable and I have circulated it among other young engineers who are stepping out to sea.
Was a ship's engineer from 1972 until 1998, and that was quite a difference!! I sailed on deepsea tugboats/salvage tugs. They were a lot smaller, and in the beginning, all actions of the main engine were ordered by telegraph and executed manually by the engineers of the watch, only later came the bridge controlled engines. A very small cabin was shared with the apprentice mate, 3 engineers, 2 apprentices, and a greaser in a regular shift 4 on 8 off, NO unmanned ER!
I found it very interesting, I had no idea it was like this. I am 20 years old and I was hospitalized at work. the video was very useful, I hope you have more
Worked in the engine room aboard a U.S. Navy ship. 12hr. On 12 hr. Off, but had many fire drills, general quarters exercises, underway replenishment, helo- ops. But the food was fantastic, and visited many interesting Sea Ports. Those were the days.
My mom worked as a nurse on the evening shift in a hospital and this routine really reminds me of her job: the neons, regular checks, safety equipment everywhere, special doors to unknown machines, hard floors, equipment and this mix between comradeship and solitude. It’s not a “cool” work environment that makes you believe you have perks, but rather a space built around duty and security. There’s a hum to hospitals that sound like that background noise on your ship, enveloping.
Jeff, I am so excited everytime I see you post a video. Having never spent time at sea, I find your videos fascinating!
I really enjoyed watching this "style" of video where you show the work done by each crew member.
It makes me want to work for OOCL!
Is there any chance of getting to see the captains daily life? I would really like to see this!
Good to see another content from you! Kudos! I am going on board soon as an oiler, love to watch that full night round! 💯 more power!
I once was a marine engineer but I was shore based as it was for a fleet of passenger ferries. You guys have an awesome job . I'd love to be at sea 🌊 with you guys
What a relief that Jeff is back! Better yet, he's returned in style with an awesome video.
I wss chief engineer in 1977 and Enjoying
Glad I saw your channel Jeff. I am a Chief Officer on a Bulk Carrier and just started doing Mariners Vlogs. Your videos are awesome.
Pretty different engineering to what I'm used to. 2nd engineer on a deep sea fishing vessel. Thanks for uploading!
Glad your back.
This is great, Jeff and thank you too Alan! Very pleasant and informative/comprehensive! I hope you did post the full check. I will look for it and watch it!
Of course mister Jeff, of course we all want to see more. More engines, more jobs too. In fact you could go around the world and show us all kinds of jobs and it would look awesome every time.
I’d love to see a full morning tour! Super interesting
We missed you!
This is fascinating! I'm currently working on a comic book, its story takes place on a huge ship. I don't know much about those, so all of the info in this video is extremely useful for the script. Thank you for this, Jeff!
I was an engineer on steam cargo ships in the 1960s Not too different now ,but the engine room and boiler rooms in my days worked 4 hours on 8 hours off but it was nice and quiet with steam turbine engines. Enjoy your time now because when you leave the sea,you will miss it. Great video.
Always curious on what actually happens on a large ship. A refreshing view of the hard work that goes on to make ships operate.
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You're back Jeff🤟🏻
Another brilliant production by JeffHK. Excellent video content, background music, narrative... keep em rolling...
Man we really need to see these videos more often
It will be my first time to go on-board this coming Dec 19 as an engine cadet, and I found this really useful. Thanks Jeff :))
Please upload the full night round 🥺
All the best men =]
Good luck on you new assignment LP...it’s 12/19/20 here in Virginia USA. I expect you are now punching holes in the water today. Stay safe and healthy! Carry on!
I totally agree bro
How was it going? Updates please
@@karl7421 it's very stressful and low pay
Oh shit, he lives
Liked the video. I worked on several L.N.G ships in the 80's. Company name was Energy Transportation Corporation. The ships were named after the zodiac'. I served on the LNG Leo & LNG Taurus. They had 5 spherical tanks. Built by General Dynamics in Bath Maine. They had steam propulsion and an American crew. Thanks for posting the video, it brought many back
It's cool that you can notice the subtle movement of the ship on the waves in the hand held shots.
Jeff Posted!! Time to stop everything and watch!
Long time no upload 😁
Its amazing video Jeff.
By this view I know how detail and discipline every one that worked as marine engineer. Worked at unconfort place, noisy, hot, limited space but you still enjoy the job. You ensure all equipment safe and running well by measure all data machine, visual inspect check any abnormality such noisy, oil leakages and many sign that is become potential failure to heart of your ship. As an engineer i reliaze that every possibility can be occur as quickly, by hours, minute or second into your engine that can be failure in operating. I hope some day you will be a chief engineer as soon and have shipment workshop at the land after you retired. Keep spirit Jeff !
Cheers from Indonesia
Awesome to see how it's done on the bigger vessels! Keen to watch your new content after this swing!
Thanks Jeff, this is actually my first best ship video. I also am a Seafarer, am a 3rd officer on Deck, working onboard oil Tankers. Might follow in your footsteps to shoot some sea going videos.
@Victory 9ja ain't easy for Seafarers but no matter what don't give up, best career in life!
New content from Jeff! Never clicked so fast.
Oh great, you're BACK!!! Woohoo .. Happy New Year bud, we've missed you. Great job, yet again, there's so much going on behind the scenes to keep these ships going, I had no idea .. stay safe, Bless!
I am a 3rd engineer on a crude oil tanker. That is so suprise to see the engine room so far away from accomodation. Good video, thanks Jeff
awesome to see another upload! remember to meet me and a couple mariners from different marine areas in HK!
Have you stopped making videos 🥹love your videos!!!! I wanted to work on ships when I was little but I end up doing the next best thing , a marine biologist🥹😂watching your videos are so soothing! Hope you are still enjoying your life !
I thought that it was very fascinating to see how other jobs work on board. But I think my favourite is your job Jeff. I love the idea of being a deck officer!
Nice! Always good to see people shedding light on the world below decks, crazy that you have a duty engineer accommodation though, 13 years as an engineer and I have never seen this. At most, a camping bed in the control room for the bad nights.
the man is back YASSSSS
Hey @JeffHK
I hope you're doing well, miss seeing your videos, but I have to imagine you're too busy now with some bigger and better things.
Cheers!
I really like watching "Day in the life" videos to see other peoples experiences. This video was really insightful and a nice watch.
My kids and I love watching your videos together! Thanks. They love shipping container ships.
I would love to see a First persion view of all the checks and everything that goes on. Thank you for the video and keep making great content!
That is an amazing documentary, can’t wait to see more! I didn’t realize these ships had so much space under deck.
Also tell your cook the food looks delicious lol
I have a HUGE interest in this. This has been GREAT! Thank you SO MUCH for the content!!
Your videos are better than anything on Netflix or Hulu. Thanks for making and sharing these. 🤘🏻☠️🤘🏻
no one:
the back of his boiler suit: and i took that personally
Loved this tour of IP man's work day. I could enjoy doing that stuff. Especially if they feed me well. 😋
Happy to see you back
Love these kind of videos. Very immersive and detailed!
id love to see the whole first person view of everything he checks in the engine room
Nice stuff, Jeff, really enjoyed your time-lapse videos. Sea farering is still not a very popular career choice for young people in Hong Kong, you think you could include more technical stuff like things you have to study to become an officer, preparation, life as a trainee and your daily interactions with your mates onboard? And lastly, MORE STORM VIDEOS please. :)
Hey Jeff. Hi from the the Rockies mountains Canada! Thanks for the content, I always look forward to it :) Merry Christmas! 🎄
Wow this just open my mind up .. you really don't realise how much work is needed to run a ship like this
For a sec i thought im watching Paolo in Tokyo
Oh my goodness, YES!! I couldn't think who it was that he reminded me of .. thank you, my brain can rest again ..
I'm an electrician who would love to shadow these guys at work if I ever had the chance.
The symbiotic relationship at sea between the deck, engine, and galley/cooks is so beautiful. Without a running engine, the ship can't be navigated. Without safe navigation, the ship can cause harm to all on board. And without delicious and nutritious, presentable food, all on board can't work to their highest ability.
Jeff, I really appreciate your activity. Please, keep going on and I am looking forward to your new videos. Thank you!
I came across this video by chance and I have to thank you for it. As an ex-Marine Engineer in the RFA I never realised how easy I had it in comparison to these poor guys. Obviously the actual work was similar but we had the luxury of stewards and a full catering team. I'd really like to see the guys do a scavenge inspection on the Main Engine if that is possible?
Hey Jeff! We are all wondering if you are all right and well. Let us hear from you when you can. Take care and stay safe. 🤔😉😄
He still posts on Instagram, he should be alright.
This is actually really interesting, I want to be an engineer for aircrafts later in life but I really think that the ship engineer job is pretty interesting now! Thanks for the insight, I’m currently 10th grade (sophomore). So do you guys have shifts most the day or does it vary on the type of job your doing on board?
Thanks, Jeff you do a great job making videos. I enjoy them very much.
My grandfather was marine engineer (Royal Thai Navy) during korea war.. watching this video remind me of him... thank you
This is epic!
I got the “always shoot raw” so you hadn’t needed to clarify the “keep the shaft lubed” ...
Missed that cheeky smile.
Amazing ! And YESSSSS! I would be excited to see the first person view of full routine.
Looking forward to your next video, Jeff.