Technical Engineer Dredging

Jan De Nul Group; Aalst; Sur place; EUR 45 000 - 60 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Continuous training programme via the JDN Academy

FIT wellbeing programme

Permanent contract with 42 paid vacation days

Attractive salary with 13th month and double holiday pay

Meal vouchers and eco vouchers

Participation in the Flex Reward programme

Reimbursement for public transport and bicycle allowance

Group and hospitalisation insurance

Option for an iPhone with mobile and data subscription

Various staff discounts

Résumé du poste

An international dredging company is seeking a Technical Engineer in Aalst, Belgium. The role involves supporting operations by preparing thorough plans for projects, ensuring safety and efficiency during execution. Candidates should have a degree in engineering and experience in dredging. Benefits include a permanent contract, 42 paid vacation days, and a continuous training program.

Qualifications

• At least two years of technical experience on dredging projects.
• Willingness to travel abroad to project sites for hand-over and start-up of operations.

Responsabilités

• Develop execution plans focusing on technical feasibility, safety and efficiency.
• Consult with contractors and suppliers to align on technical requirements.
• Produce in-depth technical advice crucial to project success.

Connaissances

Fluent in Dutch

Excellent command of English

Planning and organisational skills

Communication skills

Solution-seeker mindset

Formation

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in industrial sciences, engineering or equivalent

Description du poste

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Fluent knowledge of Dutch is a prerequisite for this position. We invest in a modern dredging fleet and globally innovative expertise.

Your Role

As a Technical Engineer, you support Operations Support by ensuring thorough preparation before projects begin, delivering a complete and workable plan to the on-site team for efficient, safe, and cost‑effective execution.

Responsibilities

• Develop execution plans based on input from tender engineers, focusing on technical feasibility, safety and efficiency.
• Consult with contractors, suppliers and engineering firms to align on technical requirements.
• Work closely with the team to produce in‑depth technical advice crucial to project success (e.g. lifting plans, technical drawings).
• Analyse and optimise mobilisation and logistics processes, contributing to their standardisation within the organisation.
• Translate operational needs into technical specifications and draw up detailed equipment lists, including technical requirements.
• Guide technical preparation of the mobilisation phase, monitor technical quality of execution and support onsite start‑up.
• Identify technical issues early and collaborate with internal experts and external partners to develop targeted solutions.
• Document technical knowledge, lessons learned and improvement areas, ensuring feedback is shared with the JDN knowledge system and relevant departments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in industrial sciences, engineering or equivalent.
• At least two years of technical experience on dredging projects.
• Excellent command of Dutch and English, both spoken and written (additional languages are a plus).
• A solution‑seeker mindset.
• Strong planning and organisational skills to maintain clear oversight of ongoing projects and deadlines.
• Strong communication skills for building new connections and collaborating across departments.
• Willingness to travel abroad to project sites for hand‑over and start‑up of operations.

Benefits

• Continuous training programme via the JDN Academy.
• FIT wellbeing programme focusing on exercise, nutrition and team activities.
• Permanent contract with 42 paid vacation days (20 statutory, 12 ADV days, 10 public holidays).
• Attractive salary with 13th month and double holiday pay, plus:
  • Meal vouchers and eco vouchers.
  • Participation in the Flex Reward programme (bicycle and car leasing with fuel card in Belgium).
  • Reimbursement for public transport and bicycle allowance.
  • Group and hospitalisation insurance.
  • Option for an iPhone with mobile and data subscription.
  • Various staff discounts.
• Opportunity to make a difference within a stable and growing family business.
• Applicable to Belgian contracts.

The World Is What You Make It

Jan De Nul Group shapes water and land around the world, addressing the most important challenges of our time. We boost the energy transition with infrastructure for renewable offshore energy, focus on nature‑inclusive dredging solutions to build harbours and protect coastlines, develop innovative construction projects for smart mobility and durable buildings, and invest in planet redevelopment, giving new purpose to polluted sites.

EEO Statement

Jan De Nul Group promotes diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We are an equal opportunities and anti‑discrimination employer.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Information Technology
• Construction