3rd Engineer

IPS Powerful People; Newport; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A global dredging company is seeking an experienced 3rd Engineer to join their team. The role involves supervising dredging operations on hopper dredgers, handling maintenance, and responding to emergencies to keep production running smoothly. Candidates must have a Certificate of Competency, maritime approvals, STCW training, and experience on various dredgers. The position offers varied tasks and possibilities for long-term employment.

Benefits

Varied and interesting job tasks

Recognition for taking initiative

A chance to work in the exciting dredging industry

A good salary

Possibility for long-term or permanent employment

Qualifications

• Strong dredging background required.
• Experience on hopper dredgers highly preferred.
• Ability to supervise dredging activities effectively.

Responsibilities

• Supervise dredging activities on hopper dredgers.
• Handle maintenance and respond to emergencies.
• Ensure smooth production operations.

Skills

Fluent in verbal and written English language

Proven experience as Engineer on board various Dredgers

Education

Certificate of Competency of Engineer

Valid Maritime Approval

Valid STCW training

Seaman's book

Job description

3rd Engineer – Hopper Dredgers

We are looking for an experienced 3rd Engineer with a strong dredging background to join our client's growing global dredging team. This position involves working on hopper dredgers.

As a 3rd Engineer on Dredgers, you will be an important part of the dredging operations, working closely with the Chief Engineer. Your job includes supervising dredging activities, handling maintenance, and responding to emergencies.

Joining the team right away is essential to keep the production running smoothly.

iPS Powerful People offers you :

• Varied and interesting job tasks
• Recognition for taking initiative
• A chance to work in the exciting dredging industry
• A good salary
• Possibility for long‑term or permanent employment

Requirements

• Certificate of Competency of Engineer
• Seaman's book
• Valid Maritime Approval
• Valid STCW training
• Fluent in verbal and written English language
• Proven experience as Engineer on board various Dredgers

Interested in this job? Apply now or give us a call!

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