Dredge Master at Michael Stevens Consulting

Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers

Job Descriptions

• 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 production according to the project requirements.
• Provide input on the planning in agreement with the Chief Engineer on a day to day basis to the Sr. dredge master.
• Provide accurate information to Sr. dredge master on the work done / performance, accidents/ delays, status of assets and work forecasts aligned with project requirements.
• Implement and control the HSE requirements; respond to Q / HSE reports and ensure solutions for addressed issues are implemented.
• Delegate specific responsibilities to dredge mates. Assess their performance and suggest efficiency improvement activities. Identify risks and appropriate mitigations.
• Inform the Sr. Dredge master on dredger- and spare parts requirements for the deck site.
• Provide guidance towards operational dredging crew; escalate to Sr. dredge master if issues cannot be solved.
• Cooperate constructively and efficiently with dredging crew, chief engineer and Sr. dredge master and or dredge supervisor on a regular basis.
• Recommend to Sr. dredge master optimal development opportunities for the dredging crew.
• Execute of the performance evaluation process for all operational dredging crew in close cooperation with the Sr. Dredge master.
• First point of contact for operational dredging crew and chief engineer if Sr. dredge master is off duty or absent.
• Provide input on the performance and development of project staff as part of the performance evaluation process.
• Coordinate and execute the yearly performance evaluation process for the operational crew.

Job Requirements

• An Engineering degree or Vocational dredging degree or an equivalent professional qualification.
• Must have at least 15 years work experience.
• First aid certification
• Environment techniques is an asset.
• Navigation license (STCW 95)

Function Specific Experience:

• Significant experiences in project performance analysis.
• Track record of managing projects.

Industry-related Experience:

• Dredging
• Marine construction

Behaviour:

• Be able to manage personnel with different cultural backgrounds.
• Motivate and inspire colleagues to develop knowledge, skills and competencies. Provide objective and constructive feedback in an appropriate way.
• Show an understanding of tasks and responsibilities and achieve targets timely.
• Be able to translate division targets into concrete and measurable goals for timely achievement goals.
• Take ownership of own objectives agreed upon and of the objectives of subordinates.
• Investigate, understand and respond to the needs of internal stakeholders.
• Proactively serve and constructively respond to client