Start Date: 05/11/2024
Applications close on: 05/11/2024
Contract Type: Contract
Country: Saudi Arabia
Discipline: Dredging
Job Contact: alex.chapman@visuna.com

Dredge Superintendent

Responsibilities of the Dredge Superintendent:

• Ensuring smooth operations on site, adhering to project timelines, budgets, and safety standards.
• Oversee the execution of dredging operations, ensuring that projects are completed on schedule and within budget.
• Direct and coordinate the work of dredging vessels and crews, ensuring that equipment is used efficiently and safely.
• Monitor the performance of dredging vessels, making adjustments as necessary to optimise productivity.
• Plan daily activities, including equipment mobilisation, positioning, and maintenance to minimise downtime.
• Collaborate with Project Managers to implement project plans, ensuring that dredging operations align with project specifications and objectives.
• Ensure compliance with technical and contractual requirements, and address any operational challenges encountered on site.
• Track production rates, and provide regular progress reports to senior management.
• Work closely with survey teams to ensure dredging activities meet design levels and project requirements.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Dredging Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or an equivalent field.
• 6 to 8 years of experience in dredging and reclamation projects, with a strong focus on capital dredging and experience with maintenance dredging.
• Proven expertise in managing dredging operations, with hands-on experience operating and troubleshooting dredging equipment.
• Experience working with a variety of dredging vessels and techniques.
• Strong technical background in dredging, reclamation, and marine construction.
• Ability to lead and manage site activities efficiently.

Benefit of Working with Visuna:

• A dedicated member of the team responsible for your placements and welfare.
• Some of the best day rates in the industry.
• FREE worldwide insurance and Medevac cover whilst on a Placement.
• 24/7 access to our specialist support team.
• Assistance and advice on a range of business topics.
• FREE access to our Competency scheme.
• Increased opportunity to potential client and more placement opportunities.