2nd Officer Dredging

Van Oord; Rotterdam; On-site; EUR 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive package

Rotation schedules

Training opportunities

Career development

Global projects

Job summary

Van Oord is seeking a 2nd Officer to manage navigational watchkeeping and deck activities on dredging vessels. You will ensure safe vessel handling, contribute to voyage planning, and uphold high safety standards while working with an international crew.

In this role, you will develop professional and leadership skills, mentor junior deck crew, and operate with advanced vessel systems to maintain compliance and efficiency in challenging projects worldwide.

Qualifications

• CoC as Officer in Charge of a Navigational Watch (OICNW) or higher.
• Minimum 2 years' experience as 2nd Officer on dredging vessels.
• Valid STCW certification for 2nd Officer Unlimited.
• Experience with dredging operations, voyage planning, navigational watchkeeping and electronic navigation systems.
• Strong communication skills in English, both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Manage navigational watchkeeping duties and bridge administration.
• Focus on proactive risk identification and route monitoring.
• Integrate mission equipment operations into watch routines.
• Oversee operational activities to ensure tasks are carried out safely and according to plan.
• Support the development of less experienced deck crew members.

Skills

Strong communication

English language

Vessel navigation

Tools

Electronic navigation systems

Job description

THE POSITION

As a 2nd Officer, you manage navigational and deck activities during your watch. As a member of the crew, you ensure safe and efficient vessel handling in line with the voyage plan, maritime rules and regulations and our high safety standards. Working closely with your team, you will gain valuable experience on internationally operating vessels while further developing your professional and leadership skills.

YOUR IMPACT

As a 2nd Officer, you contribute to safe and efficient dredging operations by maintaining situational awareness and resolving routine operational issues during your watch. Through accurate record keeping, inspections and clear communication, you help maintain compliance with safety, environmental and statutory requirements. Your responsibilities include

• Managing navigational watchkeeping duties and bridge administration;
• Focus on proactive risk identification and route monitoring;
• Integration of mission equipment operations;
• Oversee operational activities ensuring tasks are carried out safely and according to plan;
• Support the development of less experienced deck crew members.

YOUR WORKPLACE

At Van Oord, you become part of a close-knit international crew operating some of the most innovative vessels in the dredging industry. You will be supported by experienced collegues who are committed to helping you develop your career, expand your responsibilities, and prepare for future promotions. Our vessels combine advanced technology, professional standards and strong teamwork, creating an environment where you can continue to grow as a professional.

About You

You are reliable, committed to safety, and motivated to build a long-term maritime career. You communicate effectively, work well within a team, and stay alert to what is happening around you. In addition, you have

• A Certificate of Competency (CoC) as Officer in Charge of a Navigational Watch (OICNW) or higher;
• A minimum of 2 years' experience as 2nd Officer on dredging vessels;
• Valid STCW certification for 2nd Officer Unlimited;
• Experience with dredging operations, voyage planning, navigational watchkeeping and electronic navigation systems;
• Strong communication skills in English, both verbal and written.

WE OFFER

At Van Oord, you do not simply start a job, you begin a long-term maritime career. We provide opportunities to gain experience on challenging international projects while developing towards future ranks. We offer

• A competitive employment package;
• Attractive rotation schedules;
• Training and development opportunities;
• Structured career development;
• The opportunity to work on innovative dredging projects worldwide.

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