4th Engineer Dredging

Van Oord; Rotterdam; On-site; EUR 47,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive package

Rotation schedules

Training opportunities

Structured career development

Global vessels

Job summary

Van Oord is seeking a 4th Engineer to begin a maritime career aboard our vessels. You will support engine room operations, assist senior engineers, and participate in routine maintenance and watchkeeping with a focus on safety and company standards.

You will learn vessel systems, procedures, and safety protocols while developing technical knowledge, teamwork, and leadership skills through hands-on experience at sea on international projects.

Qualifications

• CoC certificate required
• Apprentice experience with up to 2 years at sea
• Valid STCW certification and seagoing documents
• Strong English communication skills

Responsibilities

• Assisting with watchkeeping duties
• Routine maintenance following established procedures
• Learning the vessel's technical systems and procedures
• Identifying opportunities to improve operational processes
• Participating in safety drills and promoting a safe onboard environment

Job description

THE POSITION

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.

YOUR IMPACT

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.

About You

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.

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 vessels worldwide.

Acquisition in response to this vacancy is not appreciated.