CHIEF OFFICER

Job Description

Chief Officer for Trailing Suction Hopper Dredger

Responsibilities

• The Chief Officer is responsible for the overall management of deck operations and acts as second-in-command to the Master onboard the TSHD.
• Plan, supervise, and execute dredging operations including loading, overflow control, sailing, and discharge activities.
• Ensure safe and efficient operation of dredging equipment such as dragheads, suction pipes, hopper systems, and discharge arrangements.
• Monitor dredging parameters (density, production rate, overflow limits) to optimize performance and meet project targets.
• Oversee stability, trim, and stress of the vessel during all phases of dredging and ensure compliance with stability criteria.
• Maintain strict adherence to environmental regulations, including turbidity control and designated dumping areas.
• Supervise deck crew, assign duties, and ensure high standards of seamanship and operational discipline.
• Ensure proper maintenance, inspection, and certification of deck machinery, lifting gear, wires, anchors, and safety equipment.
• Coordinate closely with the Master, Chief Engineer, and Dredge Master (if applicable) for safe and efficient vessel operations.
• Implement and enforce company Safety Management System (SMS), permit-to-work system, and risk assessments onboard.
• Conduct safety meetings, toolbox talks, and emergency drills (fire, collision, man overboard, abandon ship).
• Maintain accurate records of dredging operations, deck maintenance, inspections, and statutory documentation.
• Ensure compliance with international maritime regulations such as International Maritime Organization conventions (SOLAS, MARPOL, STCW).
• Manage deck stores, spares, and consumables, ensuring adequate inventory levels for continuous operations.
• Report operational performance, incidents, defects, and improvement suggestions to the Master and shore management.

Qualifications

Basic & Advanced STCW certification.

Licensed as Chief officer(Unlimited)

5 Years rank experience on Dredger.

About Us

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NMDC Group is always looking for talented individuals to join our team. We know that our people are fundamental to our success as a business, which is why we support their career development and personal wellbeing in every way we can.

NMDC Group offers an environment where every employee can thrive and reach their professional potential. Nothing is more important to us than ensuring every employee feels valued and respected in their roles, and able to progress in their career through training, mentorship, and educational opportunities.

With a wide range of attractive employee benefits and competitive salaries, we have created a workplace defined by its culture, and made by its people. If you have a passion for EPC and marine construction and want to work on some of the region's most exciting projects, find your next challenge with us.