1st Backhoe Operator

Van Oord; Rotterdam; Hybrid; EUR 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks on, 5 weeks off

12-hour watch system on board

Competitive salary matching experience

Professional development opportunities

International working environment

Job summary

Van Oord is seeking a 1st Backhoe Operator to operate the backhoe on board, ensuring safe execution, proper procedures, and equipment upkeep. You will work with the Barge Master to keep production safe and efficient, guiding the crew and maintaining an overview on deck.

You bring experience from a backhoe role, take responsibility, and collaborate well with others. The position offers a 5 weeks on/5 weeks off rotation, a 12-hour watch system, and opportunities for development in an international

Qualifications

• Experience as a 2nd Backhoe Operator.
• Knowledge of hydraulic, electrical and mechanical systems.
• Experience with heavy equipment and heavy loads.

Responsibilities

• Operate the backhoe safely on board.
• Guide crew during operations and maintain focus.
• Coordinate maintenance and repairs on deck and safety equipment.
• Work with the Barge Master to keep production running smoothly.

Skills

Backhoe operation

Onboard safety

Team coordination

Maintenance awareness

Education

Van Oord Operational Requirement Matrix certificates

Job description

As a 1st Backhoe Operator, you operate the backhoe and make sure the work on board is carried out safely and properly. You keep the equipment in good condition and make sure the operation follows the agreed procedures. Together with the Barge Master, you look for ways to keep production safe and efficient. You guide the crew during operations and keep an overview on deck. You also make sure maintenance, and repairs are carried out properly.

You have experience with a backhoe and know what it takes to work safely on board. You like to get things done, take responsibility and know when to act. You work well with others and keep a clear head when circumstances change. You also bring:

• Experience as a 2nd Backhoe Operator
• Knowledge of hydraulic, electrical and mechanical systems
• Experience with heavy equipment and heavy loads
• Certificates according to the Van Oord Operational Requirement Matrix

At Van Oord, you get the space to use your experience on international projects. You work with experienced colleagues and get the responsibility to do your job independently.

• A 5-weeks-on, 5-weeks-off rotation.
• A 12-hour watch system on board.
• A competitive salary matching your experience and qualifications.
• Opportunities for professional development, training, and career growth.
• A dynamic and international working environment.

Acquisition by outside agencies is not appreciated.

With your experience, you help keep the backhoe running and the work moving. You work accurately and keep safety and the environment in mind. You support your colleagues during operations and share your knowledge on board. You also make sure the administration is up to date. Your main tasks include:

• Operating the backhoe and ensuring safe operations
• Guiding and supporting the crew during operations
• Coordinating maintenance and repairs on deck and safety equipment
• Working with the Barge Master to keep production running smoothlyKeeping safety, environmental and vessel administration up to date

YOUR WORKPLACE

You work on board on a backoe dredger with colleagues from different countries. Together, you make sure the work is carried out safely and properly. Depending on the project, you work on an offshore or dredging vessel. You work according to a rotation schedule of 5 weeks on and 5 weeks off.