Technical Rating in Fareham

Company Description: Boskalis Westminster Ltd is the UK subsidiary of the Royal Boskalis Group, a leading global dredging and offshore contractor and maritime services provider. With roots in the Netherlands and operations around the globe, we pride ourselves on innovation, safety, and sustainability, offering challenging careers in the heart of the marine engineering sector.

Working at Boskalis is about creating new horizons and sustainable solutions. In a world where population growth, an increase of global trade, demand for (new) energy and climate change are driving forces, we challenge you to make your mark in finding innovative and relevant solutions for complex infrastructural and marine projects. Dredging is one of Boskalis’ core activities and has been at the heart of our business for over 100 years. We have delivered major international projects, including land reclamation for Manila International Airport, the development of Pulau Tekong in Singapore, Singapore’s first polder, and the expansion of the Suez Canal. We have also contributed to the creation of new nature areas such as the Marker Wadden.

Within this role, you will be part of our Dredging division, working on projects that protect coastlines, reclaim land and support the development of vital infrastructure. Our long history reflects the ingenuity, expertise and commitment of our people. By working collaboratively, we continue to deliver complex projects and create lasting impact around the world.

Job Description: Make your mark as a Technical Rating at Boskalis! The Technical Rating is responsible for the maintenance and repair of all machinery and electrical equipment onboard the vessel and carrying out the role of GP Rating.

• To be familiar with details of vessel’s construction, machinery and operating characteristics.
• Undertakes relevant checks before departure on a sea passage including: ensuring that the vessel is in all respects prepared for the voyage, taking into account such factors as stability, stress, trim and watertight integrity, ensures that there are sufficient bunkers for the voyage, including reserve.
• Reports any deficiencies to the Master and Technical Superintendent.
• Makes regular inspections of machinery and machinery spaces so that at all times they are aware of condition and operational capability of all items of machinery.
• Arrange all transfers of fuel/lub oil/fresh water.
• Ensures that all planned maintenance and both normal and emergency repair work is carried out. In conjunction with the Maintenance Superintendent, ensure that all work is planned for minimum disruption to the vessel’s overall programme and maximum reliability and availability of the plant.
• Ensures all measures to prevent pollution of the environment are exercised.
• Keep all engine room records as required by the Company and other authorities and ensuring that they are completed neatly and accurately.
• To give/receive an appropriate and detailed handover when joining/leaving a Company vessel.
• Being fully conversant with Company and Shipboard regulations and policies in order to carry out efficient and safe functions.
• Being familiar with all safety equipment onboard and participating in safety drills and training to ensure the highest operation standard of the vessel at all times.
• To carry out any other duties as may reasonably be requested by the Master or the Company.
• Carry out duties of GP Rating.

Required knowledge & experience:

• AEC 1 (and capable to obtain AEC2)
• Nav Watch rating Certificate (hold or be able to obtain)
• Knowledge of the technical operation of the installations of designated equipment
• Basic knowledge of operational processes
• Good command of English (written and spoken)
• Knowledge of the applicable Occupational Health & Safety rules
• Basic skills in ICT Office and fleet management systems
• Formal Qualification in a relevant Engineering discipline
• ENG 1
• Elementary First Aid
• Basic Fire Fighting
• Sea Survival Course
• RYA Powerboat Level 2

What you can expect:

• A dynamic environment: A job where you can make an impact as part of a diverse, international team of experts.
• Rewarding conditions: A competitive salary, allowances, pension scheme.
• Career development: Plenty of opportunities to realise your full potential with training and development through our Boskalis Academy.

Extra information:

• Your team: Reporting to the Master, you will work as a Technical Rating with a specialist crew.
• Where you will work: This role is project based and you will work around the UK and Ireland.
• Full/part-time job: The position of Technical Rating is a full-time job. Your working pattern will be 2 weeks on 2 weeks off.
• Next steps: Apply easily by completing the online application form. Interviews are held online and in the office. Once it’s clear we’re a good match, we’ll make you an offer – and look forward to welcoming you to the company.

Additional Information: Interested? Please apply by filling in your details and by uploading your motivation letter and CV on our careers site. We will be reviewing applications and conducting interviews on a rolling basis, so we encourage you to apply early. Please note that the position may be closed as soon as a suitable candidate is found.