1ST W/K ENGINEER

NMDC Group; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

NMDC Group seeks a 1st Watchkeeping Engineer on a dredger to monitor and operate all engine room machinery during watches, ensuring safe and efficient main engines, generators, pumps, and auxiliaries.

You will maintain logs and records, coordinate with deck and dredging teams, supervise junior engineers, assist in bunkering, and respond to emergencies with strong teamwork and safety awareness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in marine/mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum 10 years' experience on Marine vessels preferably on Dredgers.
• Certificate of Competency as Chief Engineer or 2nd Engineer.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and operate engine room machinery during watches.
• Maintain logs, readings, and engine room records.
• Support preventive and corrective maintenance as directed.
• Ensure safety procedures and permit-to-work compliance.
• Coordinate with deck and dredging teams for operations.
• Handle emergencies such as breakdowns, fire, or flooding in engine room.
• Supervise junior engineers and engine crew during watch.
• Participate in bunkering operations and monitor fuel transfer.

Skills

Watchkeeping

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in marine/mechanical engineering

Job description

The 1st Watchkeeping Engineer on a dredger is responsible for monitoring and operating all engine room machinery during assigned watches. To ensure safe and efficient functioning of main engines, generators, pumps, and auxiliary systems. The role involves maintaining continuous watchkeeping as per company and maritime regulations. To promptly detect and respond to machinery alarms, faults, and abnormal conditions. To carry out routine inspections, readings, and performance monitoring of all equipment. To assist in preventive and corrective maintenance as directed by the Chief Engineer. To maintain proper logbooks, checklists, and engine room records. To ensure compliance with safety procedures, permit-to-work systems, and environmental regulations. To support fuel management, lubrication, and energy efficiency measures. To coordinate with deck and dredging teams for smooth operations. To handle emergency situations such as breakdowns, fire, or flooding in the engine room. To ensure cleanliness and good housekeeping standards in machinery spaces. To supervise and guide junior engineers and engine crew during watch. To participate in bunkering operations and monitor fuel transfer activities. To assist in troubleshooting and minor repairs during operations. To support dry docking and major maintenance activities when required. Strong technical knowledge, alertness, and teamwork are essential for effective watchkeeping duties.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in marine/mechanical Engineering.

Minimum 10 years' experience on Marine vessels preferably on Dredgers.

Certificate of Competency as Chief Engineer or 2nd Engineer.

About Us

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NMDC Group is always looking for talented individuals to join our team. We know that our people are fundamental to our success as a business, which is why we support their career development and personal wellbeing in every way we can.

NMDC Group offers an environment where every employee can thrive and reach their professional potential. Nothing is more important to us than ensuring every employee feels valued and respected in their roles, and able to progress in their career through training, mentorship, and educational opportunities.

With a wide range of attractive employee benefits and competitive salaries, we have created a workplace defined by its culture, and made by its people. If you have a passion for EPC and marine construction and want to work on some of the region’s most exciting projects, find your next challenge with us.