Boskalis
Logistics
SalvageDiver/Rigger
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“Salvage Diver/ Rigger at Boskalis. Skills: Salvage Diving, Rigging, Emergency Response, Wreck Removal. Undertake diving and rigging works. Execute salvage activities”
Industry & Context.
Solve basic problems
Open to working weekends, Open to working public holidays, Work worldwide
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Valid Medical Dive Certificate, IMCA HSE Part 1 or equivalent dive qualification, Around 5 years of experience in Salvage as Apprentice Diver/2nd Diver, Good command of English (written and spoken)
Nice to Have
Good eyesight
What You'll Do.
Undertake diving and rigging works
Execute salvage activities
Maintain dive equipment
Contribute to salvage projects
Inspect salvage activities underwater
Instruct Apprentice Divers
Report Safety hazards
Report observations to Dive Foreman
Provide input to Superintendent
Provide input to Dive Foreman
Work in compliance with SHE-Q policies
Ensure continuous improvement
Play role in sustainability
Play role in environmental management
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work with a small team; Work with agents worldwide; Work with other colleagues
Communication Scope
Written English; Spoken English
Full Job Description
Working at Boskalis is about creating new horizons and sustainable solutions. In a world where population growth, an increase in 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. SMIT Salvage is part of Boskalis and in your job you will work for this salvage company that is one of the largest in the world. We have an extensive track record and our client base includes many ship owners, governments, oil and gas companies and leading insurers. The power of the sea is unpredictable. You never know when or where a vessel is going to get into trouble and how a salvage operation will turn out. We have five strategically located offices near the main global shipping routes: Rotterdam, Houston, Cape Town, Macae and Singapore. As a Salvage Diver/Rigger, you will make your mark by contributing to the operational part of emergency responses and wreck removals worldwide. Teamwork is key in salvage activities, which take place both under and above water. The work consists of miscellaneous tasks like welding and cargo handling but also work on deck. You are responsible for independently performing complex diving and salvage tasks, leveraging extensive experience as a salvage diver. Take charge on deck during diving operations and execute assigned tasks with a small team, possessing sufficient theoretical knowledge to independently solve basic problems. As a Salvage Diver/Rigger, you will be working for SMIT Salvage, one of the largest salvage companies in the world and part of the Boskalis Westminster N.V. and working closely with agents worldwide. SMIT Salvage has an extensive track record and its clients include many leading insurers. Your responsibilities as Salvage Diver / Rigger * As part of the mobile salvage team, your primary role is to undertake diving and rigging works within your capabilities as required and direct
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