Our Hopper dredgers (TSHD) and Cutter dredgers (CSD) work around the world on the most challenging dredging projects. Being a sailor with DEME is not sailing from A to B. We need 1st Mates with experience in Dredging to keep our fleet active 24/7 around the world. Please note: Some of our vacancies are currently open for immediate recruitment, while others are part of our ongoing talent pool. If you apply for a talent pool position, there may not be an immediate opening, and you may not be contacted right away. However, your application will be carefully reviewed and securely stored in our system. We regularly revisit our talent pool when new opportunities arise, so your profile may still be considered for future roles. Your responsibilities You will work on board a TSHD under the Master's supervision You determine how the dredging work should be performed, in consultation with the Master You are responsible during your watch for directing the dredging work and optimizing the production You ascertain whether any maintenance is required with respect to the dredging installation and the auxiliary installation with the First Engineer You communicate with the project managers, site superintendents, surveyors and local authorities. It is part of the daily job You gi ve clear and balanced feedback to your co-workers, aiming at the development of others Your profile You have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in nautical sciences or you followed an 'MBO-4' or ‘HBO’ education in a maritime academy or nautical institute You have worked in the position of 1st Mate or Master in the dredging business for several years You hold a COC of II/2 You speak and write fluent English You have a strong awareness of Health, Safety and Environment You have a hands-on and no nonsense mentality 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