Van Oord
4th Engineer Dredging
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10 days ago
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Important information
Location:
Netherlands
Work mode:
Onsite
Published on:
10 October 2026
What they need
- Project-Based (No Fixed Primary Location)
- Marine crew
- Rotation
At Van Oord, you just won't be keeping the engine room running. You'll work on board state-of-the-art dredging vessels operating on complex projects around the world. As a 4th Engineer, you will play an important role in maintaining safe vessel operations while building the experience and competence needed to develop towards future ranks.
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.
Would you like to learn more about, and stay up to date on, other vacancies at Van Oord? Come aboard and follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Vimeo and Facebook!
Acquisition in response to this vacancy is not appreciated.
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.
Would you like to learn more about, and stay up to date on, other vacancies at Van Oord? Come aboard and follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Vimeo and Facebook!
Acquisition in response to this vacancy is not appreciated.
Interested in this vacancy?
If you have any questions please contact our recruiter that can tell
you more:
Maaike van der Waard
Recruiter
+31 6 11864336
'The vessels are state-of-the-art. You're always working on exciting projects, and on top of that, you're with a stable, reliable employer!'
Bart
3rd Engineer VOX Apolonia
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