Lead Onboard Engineer – Dredging & Machinery

NMDC Group; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 200,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

NMDC Group is seeking a 2nd Engineer to manage day-to-day engine room operations aboard a dredging vessel in the United Arab Emirates. You will assist the Chief Engineer, supervise engine room personnel, plan maintenance, and ensure safe, efficient operations in line with international and flag-state requirements.

The role requires a CO C as 2nd Engineer and at least 5 years of experience aboard dredgers, with a focus on reliability, safety, and environmental standards.

Qualifications

• Certificate of Competency (COC) as 2nd Engineer.
• 5 Years' experience onboard dredgers.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily operation and maintenance of main engines, generators, pumps, compressors, and auxiliary machinery.
• Plan and execute preventive and corrective maintenance as per Planned Maintenance System (PMS).
• Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and basic electrical faults onboard.
• Oversee maintenance and operation of dredging equipment including dredge pumps, winches, hydraulic systems, and pipelines.
• Monitor machinery performance, fuel consumption, lubrication, and cooling systems.
• Supervise engine room crew and ensure safe working practices are followed at all times.
• Maintain engine room logs, maintenance records, spare parts inventory, and technical reports.
• Assist Chief Engineer during dry docking, machinery overhauls, inspections, and audits.
• Ensure compliance with ISM, MARPOL, SOLAS, Class, and Flag State requirements.
• Conduct toolbox talks, emergency drills, and support vessel emergency response activities.
• Coordinate with deck department to support safe and efficient dredging operations.
• Ensure proper housekeeping, safety, and environmental standards in engine room areas.

Job description

NMDC Group is seeking a 2nd Engineer to manage day-to-day engine room operations aboard a dredging vessel in the United Arab Emirates. You will assist the Chief Engineer, supervise engine room personnel, plan maintenance, and ensure safe, efficient operations in line with international and flag-state requirements.

The role requires a CO C as 2nd Engineer and at least 5 years of experience aboard dredgers, with a focus on reliability, safety, and environmental standards.