CHIEF ENGINEER

NMDC Group; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 335,000 - 614,000; Full time

Job summary

NMDC Group seeks a Chief Engineer for a dredger to manage engine room operations and ensure safe, efficient propulsion and dredging equipment. You will plan preventive maintenance, supervise the engineering team, monitor machinery, and coordinate with shore management on technical support.

You will ensure regulatory compliance, manage inventories, prepare technical reports and budgets, and lead critical repairs and investigations while training engine room staff for high standards and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in marine/mechanical engineering is required.
• Minimum 5 years rank experience onboard dredger.
• Certificate of Competency as Chief Engineer.

Responsibilities

• Oversee engine room and technical operations for safe, efficient dredger propulsion and auxiliary systems.
• Plan and implement preventive and corrective maintenance schedules per policies and class requirements.
• Lead, supervise and manage the engineering team with high performance and discipline.
• Monitor machinery performance and take proactive measures to avoid breakdowns and delays.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental and statutory regulations at all times.
• Coordinate with Master, shore management and project team for operational needs and support.
• Prepare and maintain technical reports, maintenance records and budget forecasts.
• Oversee bunkering operations and fuel management; handle emergencies and major repairs.
• Lead root cause analysis and implement long-term solutions; train engine room personnel.

Skills

Leadership

Technical expertise

Decision-making

Education

Bachelor's degree in marine/mechanical engineering

Job description

The Chief Engineer on a dredger is responsible for overall management of all engine room and technical operations onboard. To ensure safe, efficient, and continuous operation of main propulsion systems, dredging equipment, and all auxiliary machinery. To plan and implement preventive and corrective maintenance schedules in line with company policies and class requirements. To lead, supervise, and manage the engineering team, ensuring high standards of performance and discipline. To monitor machinery performance and take proactive measures to avoid breakdowns and operational delays. To ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and statutory regulations at all times. To manage inventory of spare parts, fuel, lubricants, and technical consumables effectively. To coordinate with the Master, shore management, and project team for operational requirements and technical support. To prepare and maintain technical reports, maintenance records, and budget forecasts. To oversee bunkering operations and ensure proper fuel management and control. To handle emergency situations, major breakdowns, and critical repairs efficiently. To lead troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and implementation of long-term solutions. To ensure proper training, development, and appraisal of engine room personnel. To maintain high standards of housekeeping and safety within the engine room and workshop areas. To supervise dry docking, major overhauls, and inspections. To ensure optimal utilization of resources to enhance dredger productivity and cost efficiency. Strong leadership, technical expertise, and decision-making skills are essential for this role.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in marine/mechanical engineering

Minimum 5 years rank experience onboard Dredger.

Certificate of Competency as Chief Engineer.

About Us

DEVELOP YOUR CAREER WITH INDUSTRY LEADERS

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.