Trencher Operator on board

Our Dredging and Offshore vessels are highly technological equipment. As a Trencher Operator you are responsible for the operation of trencher equipment on board of our off-shore cable laying vessels.

Your responsibilities

• You ensure that the operation is performed with the highest efficiency possible in accordance with the equipment capabilities, task plans, procedures and applicable requirements.
• You follow the Shift Supervisors instructions.
• You assist Shift Supervisor in mobilization & demobilization and project preparations.
• You operate the trencher as per manufacturers manuals and instructions.
• You ensure that planned maintenance is done and recorded in coordination with Shift Supervisor.
• You ensure that the basic equipment repairs and replacements are done in coordination with Shift Supervisor.
• You ensure that pre checks are completed before operations.
• You ensure the equipment is utilized in line with applicable procedures and relevant site/inspection.
• You maintain a daily maintenance, fault and improvement log.
• You inform the Shift Supervisor when equipment is not functioning as required and/or intended.
• You inform the Shift Supervisor when processes are not running as required and/or intended.
• You actively support DEME QHSE Policies and values.
• You ensure compliance with the Project HSE Plan applicable to the works.
• You execute Operations in a safe, and technically sound way, such that technical requirements are attained.
• You participate in HIRA meetings.
• You maintain safe working practices and a high level of safety awareness.

Your profile

• Knowledge of Hydraulic Systems (MBO Level 3-4)
• Knowledge of Electronics (MBO Level 3-4)
• By preference, you have some work experience in the maritime/offshore field
• You are communicative and problem solving
• You have a hands-on and no nonsense mentality
• You speak and write English fluently
• You have no problem with being away from home for 5 weeks

Our offer

• An extensive mobility program for a healthy work-life balance
• A permanent training track which allows you to develop yourself personally and professionally
• A stimulating, innovative workplace with numerous growth opportunities
• A people-oriented environment with an interactive health program and a focus on employee wellbeing