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Job Description

THE POSITION As a 4th Engineer, you are at the start of your career at sea. You support a smooth and safe operation of the engine room during your watch. You assist senior engineers with routine maintenance, watchkeeping, and operational tasks while ensuring compliance with safety procedures and company standards. Working under the guidance of experienced engineers, you will gain valuable experience on internationally operating vessels while further developing your professional and leadership skills. YOUR IMPACT As a 4th Engineer, you contribute to safe and efficient operations by supporting the crew in routine technical activities. Through careful execution of your tasks, record keeping and active participation in daily operations, you help maintain compliance with safety, environmental and statutory requirements. Your responsibilities include Assisting with watchkeeping duties; Routine maintenance in accordance with established procedures; Learning the vessel's technical systems, work procedures and safety protocols; Identify improvement opportunities for operational processes and procedures; Participating in safety drills and promoting a safe onboard working environment. YOUR WORKPLACE At Van Oord, you become part of a close-knit international crew operating some of the most innovative vessels in the industry. You will be supported by experienced colleagues who are committed to helping you develop your career, expand your responsibilities, and prepare for future promotions. Our vessels combine advanced technology, professional standards and strong teamwork, creating an environment where you can continue to grow as a maritime professional. About You You are eager to learn, committed to safety, and motivated to build a long-term maritime career. You communicate effectively, work well within a team, and are keen to develop your technical knowledge and dredging experience. In addition, you have A Certificate of Competency (CoC); Experience as an apprentice, with a maximum of 2 years at sea; Valid STCW certification and required seagoing documents; Strong communication skills in English, both verbal and written. WE OFFER At Van Oord, you do not simply start a job; you begin a long-term maritime career. We provide opportunities to gain experience on challenging international projects while developing towards future ranks. We offer A competitive employment package; Attractive rotation schedules; Training and development opportunities; Structured career development; The opportunity to work on innovative vessels worldwide. Would you like to learn more about, and stay up to date on, other vacancies at Van Oord? Come aboard and follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Vimeo and Facebook! Acquisition in response to this vacancy is not appreciated.

Core Responsibilities

Support safe and efficient engine room operations by assisting with watchkeeping, routine maintenance, and daily technical activities under the guidance of senior engineers. Maintain records, learn vessel systems and procedures, identify operational improvements, and participate in safety drills while supporting compliance with safety, environmental, and statutory requirements.

Requirements

Applicants must hold a Certificate of Competency, valid STCW certification, and required seagoing documents, with experience as an apprentice and no more than two years at sea. They should communicate effectively in spoken and written English, work well in a team, prioritize safety, and be motivated to develop their technical knowledge and dredging experience.

Benefits

• Competitive Employment Package
• Attractive Rotation Schedules
• Training and Development Opportunities
• Structured Career Development
• Opportunity to Work on Innovative Vessels Worldwide