Dredge Mate – Marine Dredging Operations

About the role

The Dredge Mate will support NMDC Dredging and Marine in delivering dredging, reclamation and civil marine projects on time and within budget. This role ensures high‑quality work while maintaining strict safety and environmental standards on board.

Key responsibilities

• Execute dredging activities for various marine projects, adhering to deadlines and budget constraints.
• Supervise and coordinate the crew in vessel cleaning, maintenance, and repair of dredge components.
• Delegate tasks to the Bosun and Leading Hand, monitor performance and drive efficiency improvements.
• Identify operational risks, implement mitigations, and ensure compliance with HSE regulations.
• Safely connect and disconnect dredge pipelines following NMDC procedures.
• Report missing or defective equipment, hazards, and any non‑compliance with safety devices.

Required profile

• Vocational dredging degree or equivalent professional qualification.
• First‑aid certification; environmental techniques are an asset.
• Minimum of 2 years of function‑specific experience in marine dredging.
• Extensive knowledge of pumps, pipelines, anchors, buoys, wires, cranes, winches and sea‑fastening procedures.
• Proven experience with deck‑work risk awareness and marine equipment handling.

Required skills

• Pumps operation and maintenance
• Pipeline connection and inspection
• Anchors and buoys handling
• Crane and winch operation
• Sea‑fastening for mobilization/demobilization
• HSE compliance and reporting
• First‑aid response