2nd Officer — Dredging & Navigation Specialist

NMDC Careers; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 331,000 - 477,000; Full time

Job summary

NMDC Group is seeking a 2nd Officer for Trailing Suction Hopper Dredger in the United Arab Emirates. You will perform navigational watchkeeping duties and assist the Master in voyage planning and dredging operations aboard our dredging fleet.

The role requires a CPC as Officer in charge of Navigation Watch, STCW training, and at least 5 years' experience on TSHD vessels. You will maintain charts, navigate, supervise deck operations, and ensure full compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Certificate of Competency as Officer in charge of Navigation Watch.
• STCW Basic & Advanced training and valid medical.
• Minimum 5 years' experience on Trailing Suction Hopper Dredger.

Responsibilities

• Perform navigational watchkeeping per STCW to ensure safe vessel operation.
• Assist Master in voyage planning, navigation, and dredging activities.
• Maintain charts, ECDIS, and bridge documents; monitor bridge equipment.
• Plan and conduct safety drills, inspections, and crew onboard training.
• Supervise deck operations: mooring, anchoring, towing, and cargo tasks.

Skills

Watchkeeping

Safety leadership

Voyage planning

Crew supervision

Education

Certificate of Competency - OIC Navigation Watch

STCW Basic & Advanced training

Medical certificate

Tools

ECDIS

Radar

Bridge equipment

Charts & publications

Job description

NMDC Group is seeking a 2nd Officer for Trailing Suction Hopper Dredger in the United Arab Emirates. You will perform navigational watchkeeping duties and assist the Master in voyage planning and dredging operations aboard our dredging fleet.

The role requires a CPC as Officer in charge of Navigation Watch, STCW training, and at least 5 years' experience on TSHD vessels. You will maintain charts, navigate, supervise deck operations, and ensure full compliance with safety and regulatory standards.