4th Engineer Dredging

Van Oord; Netherlands; Remote; EUR 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive employment package

Rotation schedules

Training and development opportunities

Structured career development

Work on innovative vessels worldwide

Job summary

Van Oord is seeking a motivated 4th Engineer to begin a maritime career aboard our vessels. You will support engine room operations, assist senior engineers, and gain experience in watchkeeping, safety procedures, and routine maintenance while developing technical knowledge and leadership potential.

You will work within a dynamic international crew, with opportunities for training, rotation schedules, and structured career development as you progress toward future ranks.

Qualifications

• Certificate of Competency (CoC) required.
• Apprentice experience up to 2 years at sea.
• Valid STCW certification and seagoing documents.
• Strong English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with watchkeeping duties.
• Support routine maintenance and engine room operations.
• Learn vessel technical systems and safety procedures.
• Identify improvements for operational processes and procedures.
• Participate in safety drills and promote a safe onboard environment.

Skills

English proficiency

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Willingness to learn

Job description

As a 4th Engineer, you are at the start of your career at sea. You support a smooth and safe operation of the engine room during your watch. You assist senior engineers with routine maintenance, watchkeeping, and operational tasks while ensuring compliance with safety procedures and company standards. Working under the guidance of experienced engineers, you will gain valuable experience on internationally operating vessels while further developing your professional and leadership skills.

You are eager to learn, committed to safety, and motivated to build a long-term maritime career. You communicate effectively, work well within a team, and are keen to develop your technical knowledge and dredging experience. In addition, you have:

• A Certificate of Competency (CoC);
• Experience as an apprentice, with a maximum of 2 years at sea;
• Valid STCW certification and required seagoing documents;
• Strong communication skills in English, both verbal and written.

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 vessels worldwide.

Acquisition in response to this vacancy is not appreciated.

As a 4th Engineer, you contribute to safe and efficient operations by supporting the crew in routine technical activities. Through careful execution of your tasks, record keeping and active participation in daily operations, you help maintain compliance with safety, environmental and statutory requirements. Your responsibilities include:

• Assisting with watchkeeping duties;
• Routine maintenance in accordance with established procedures;
• Learning the vessel's technical systems, work procedures and safety protocols;
• Identify improvement opportunities for operational processes and procedures;
• Participating in safety drills and promoting a safe onboard working environment.

YOUR WORKPLACE

At Van Oord, you become part of a close-knit international crew operating some of the most innovative vessels in the industry. You will be supported by experienced colleagues 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 maritime professional.