Senior Dredge Master for Cutter Suction Dredger
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage all dredging operations onboard the Cutter Suction Dredger (CSD), ensuring safe, efficient, and productive execution of the project.
- Plan, coordinate, and optimize dredging activities to achieve production targets while maintaining quality and operational efficiency.
- Supervise dredging crews, shift operations, and support personnel, ensuring compliance with company procedures and project requirements.
- Monitor cutter performance, dredge pumps, swing systems, spud operations, and discharge pipelines to maximize production.
- Coordinate with the Project Manager, Vessel Master, Chief Engineer, Survey Team, and Client representatives to ensure smooth project execution.
- Analyze dredging data, production reports, and survey information to optimize dredging performance and minimize downtime.
- Ensure compliance with project specifications, contract requirements, environmental regulations, and industry best practices.
- Conduct daily operational meetings, toolbox talks, and risk assessments to promote a strong safety culture onboard.
- Ensure all dredging operations are carried out in accordance with HSE policies, permit-to-work systems, and emergency response procedures.
- Supervise mobilization, demobilization, pipeline installation, anchor handling, and relocation of dredging equipment.
- Monitor equipment condition and coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance activities with the Engineering Department.
- Mentor and develop Dredge Masters, Shift Supervisors, and operational personnel to enhance technical competency and leadership capability.
- Prepare and review daily production reports, operational logs, equipment performance reports, and project documentation.
- Liaise with clients, consultants, port authorities, and subcontractors to ensure effective communication and successful project delivery.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, reduce operational costs, and ensure the safe and timely completion of dredging projects.
Qualifications
Diploma, Degree or equivalent professional qualification.
Basic & advanced STCW training certification.
5-10 Years rank experience on Heavy Duty Cutter Suction Dredger.
About Us
DEVELOP YOUR CAREER WITH INDUSTRY LEADERS
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.
