Officer of the Watch

Holcim UK Limited; Nuthurst; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction solutions provider is seeking an Officer of the Watch to join their dredger team. Responsibilities include maintaining safe navigation and assisting in dredging operations. The ideal candidate will have a UK Certificate of Competency and experience in a shipboard environment. This role offers a rotating shift pattern of 3 weeks on/3 weeks off, with a competitive salary and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

6 weeks holiday

Enhanced family benefits

Free remote GP service

Career progression opportunities

Staff discounts

Qualifications

• Experience working in a shipboard environment.
• Ability to work without continual supervision.
• Strong crisis management abilities while exercising sound judgement.

Responsibilities

• Keep the safe navigational watch.
• Assist in dredging operations and deck maintenance.
• Plan and oversee deck maintenance tasks.

Skills

Crisis management skills

Time management skills

Self-motivated

Ability to maintain safe practices

Education

UK Certificate of Competency (CoC)

Valid ENG1 medical fitness certificate

STCW ancillary certificates

Job description

About Holcim

We are leaders in supplying innovative, sustainable building solutions to the UK construction industry; building progress for people and the planet.

From our foundations in 1858 we’ve helped shape the UK; powering the construction of homes and hospitals, roads and railways, schools and cities alike.

But as our industry enables growth, it must also change. Tackling the very real carbon and climate challenges demands real action. That’s why our mission is to make sustainable construction a reality.

With 4,000 colleagues across 200+ sites, we’re passionate about helping Britain grow and thrive — doing the right thing, doing it together and making a difference. Working hand in hand with our customers and communities to deliver value from foundation to rooftop and build a more sustainable future for all of us.

Benefits

Competitive Salary, 6 weeks holiday and other benefits - all recognising the contribution you bring

Be valued and supported, working as part of a highly respected team in a business that has a huge focus on Health & Safety

We care about you and your family. That’s why we offer enhanced family benefits, including maternity, paternity, and adoption leave. We understand that your personal life and family well‑being are just as important as your career, so we’re committed to supporting you every step of the way.

Be part of something bigger with our "Women Empowered - Stronger Together Mentor Program," designed to support, inspire, and uplift women across the business. This initiative pairs women with mentors, creating a powerful support network that promotes career growth and personal development.

Free 24/7 remote GP service for you and your household, offering medical advice, prescriptions, referrals, and same‑day appointments.

Opportunities for career progression both at home and abroad (via our parent company Holcim)

Join our affinity groups selected by and populated by our employees which bring together employees with similar backgrounds and interests to have powerful influence on the workplace

Staff discounts including special rates for garden landscaping products

The Opportunity

We have an excellent opportunity for a permanent Officer of the Watch to join us on board our dredger operating around the South Coast UK on a rotational 3 weeks on/3 weeks off shift pattern.

The Officer of the Watch is responsible for keeping the safe navigational watch, carrying and/or assisting dredging operations, and the maintenance of deck items including safety equipment on board as required by the Master. As a third in command, you will be assisting the Master and the Chief Mate.

Who you are

You’ll have experience working in a shipboard environment

Self‑motivated and able to work without continual supervision, to ensure that tasks are completed promptly and correctly.

The ability to maintain safe practices on board the vessel, in accordance with requirements.

Excellent crisis management skills; able to act quickly with confidence while exercising sound judgement.

Strong time management skills; able to handle multiple tasks, set priorities, and meet deadlines.

To plan, conduct and oversee deck maintenance and Planned Maintenance Software (MX Suite).

The ability to work with diverse (multilingual and multicultural) to ensure high standards of operational safety and efficiency is maintained.

Ideally you’ll have some experience working on a dredger vessel, however this is not essential.

You will already hold

A UK Certificate of Competency (CoC) or a UK CEC (minimum Officer of the Watch Unlimited - STCW II/1)

A valid ENG1 or equivalent seafarer medical fitness certificate

All valid STCW ancillary certificates/qualifications

We are committed to building a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or age.