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Chief Officer DPO

Posted 7 Nov 2025
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Work experience
3 to 40 years
Full-time / part-time
Full-time
Job function
Degree level
Required language
English (Fluent)

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Do you want all the benefits of working for a large international organisation combined with the personal approach characteristic of projects? Do you want to work on our state-of-the-art installation vessels? Then read about what Van Oord can offer you.

The Position

As Chief Officer DPO at Van Oord, you will be responsible for vessel surveillance, security, loading and maintenance. You will be at the head of a multinational team of crew members. You will be working on international projects with a 5-weeks-on and 5-weeks-off sailing schedule.

You will be working on one of our wind-installation jack-up vessels.

Your Impact

In this role, you will independently lead offshore projects and collaborate with project management, client representatives, and your team. You will take on several key responsibilities to ensure the smooth operation of the vessel and successful project completion. Your main tasks will include:

  • Leading navigation duties and ensuring all nautical operations are carried out safely and responsibly.
  • Maintaining onboard environmental regulations and overseeing safety equipment compliance, such as ISM & ISPS standards.
  • Consulting daily with the captain, project management, and client representatives to optimize production processes.
  • Training and coaching 2nd and 3rd Mates, as well as trainees on board, in a motivating way.
  • Handling the ship's administration according to Van Oord's standards.

This role is crucial in ensuring high safety standards and efficient project execution.

Your Workplace

Van Oord offers a dynamic, international working environment with impactful offshore projects worldwide. With a strong focus on safety, sustainability, and teamwork, Van Oord offers a professional and supportive workplace where you can grow and develop your skills.

About You

You are a capable and experienced leader with strong technical and interpersonal skills. You are used to working independently and thrive in an international environment. Key skills and qualifications include:

  • Completed training as a Maritime Officer;
  • Extensive practical experience as Chief Officer;
  • Experience in working on a jack-up vessel;
  • You must hold a DP unlimited certificate, a valid navigation licence, a muster book, and STCW certificates and you must have passed a medical (offshore) examination;
  • STCW courses completed and readiness to complete all recommended Van Oord training;
  • Proficiency in the English language at a professional level.

We Offer

Van Oord offers a competitive salary and an attractive package of employment conditions, including:

  • Salary based on experience and qualifications;
  • A 5-weeks-on and 5-weeks-off rotation schedule;
  • A 12-hour watch on board;
  • Opportunities for further training and professional development;
  • A dynamic, international work environment.
The vessels are state-of-the-art. You're always working on exciting projects, and on top of that, you're with a stable, reliable employer!
Bart 3rd Engineer VOX Apolonia

Van Oord is a global player in the field of Offshore Energy and Dredging and infrastructure. We are a family-owned company with over 155 years of experience as an international marine contractor. With almost 6000 employees and a fleet of 60 vessels, we strive to enhance the energy transition and to deliver climate adaption and marine infrastructure solutions worldwide. Within our strategy we focus on safety, sustainability, digitalisation and our people.

Marine & Offshore
Rotterdam
Active in 43 countries
6,000 employees
70% men - 30% women
Average age is 38 years