Dredge Master - Cutter Suction Dredger (CSD) at Alfred & Victoria Associates

Location: Project Sites, Rivers
Department: Production

Job Summary & Purpose

• To assist in supervision of dredge crew on board project site
• Reports to whom: Project Manager
• Direct Reports from: Deckhand
• Internal Relationship: Dredge Crew

Responsibilities

• Operate the dredger and booster optimally and safely according to HSE requirements.
• Operate the dredger and booster at a maximum daily production, according to the operational capabilities of the dredger and boosters and ensure the daily productions according to the project requirements.
• Provide input on the planning in agreement with the Chief Engineer on a day-to-day basis to the Senior Dredge Master.
• Provide accurate information to Senior Dredge Master on work done/ performance, accidents/ delays, status of assets and work forecasts aligned with project requirements.
• Inform the Senior Dredge master on dredger of spare parts requirements for the deck site.
• Provide guidance towards operational dredging crew; escalate to Senior Dredge Master if issues cannot be solved.
• Cooperate constructively and efficiently with dredging crew, chief engineer and senior dredge master and/or dredge supervisor on a regular basis.
• Any other assignment as may be directed.

Requirements

• Academic Qualification: Minimum requirement of SSCE/ WAEC.
• Professional Qualification: Possession/ In pursuit of professional COC, STCW etc.
• Experience/Knowledge: Minimum of 5 year experience as Dredge master on CSD.

Key Skills and competencies:

• Competencies in dredging operational activities.
• Ability to work under pressure, Time Management and teamwork skills.