CUTTER SUCTION DREDGER (CSD) MANAGER

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A. Operations and Production Management

• Work Planning: Develop and daily adjust operational plans and production schedules for the CSD fleet to meet project goals for reclamation and deepening.
• Production Control: Daily monitoring of dredger performance (m /hour), optimizing operational modes, and controlling slurry pumping and reclamation processes.
• Readiness Assurance: Oversee the condition of all auxiliary vessels (tugs, barges, pipelines) and equipment to maintain a continuous production cycle.
• Team Leadership: Lead and coordinate the CSD crew, deck teams, mechanics, and operators, fostering a safe and productive work environment.

B. Technical Maintenance and Reliability

• Technical Supervision: Ensure the proper maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of CSD primary and auxiliary equipment (pumps, cutter head, engines, hydraulics).
• Spare Parts Management: Control and maintain inventory of critical spare parts, manage Purchase Requests (PRs), and oversee procurement activities.
• Downtime Reduction: Analyze the root causes of downtime, develop, and implement corrective actions to maximize technical availability (utilization rate).

C. HSE and Quality Management (QA/QC)

• Safety Compliance: Ensure strict adherence to all HSE rules and procedures, local (UAE) and international maritime standards aboard the vessel.
• Quality Assurance: Control the quality of dredging and reclamation works in accordance with project drawings and specifications.
• Documentation: Maintain all operational, technical, and certification documentation for the dredger fleet up-to-date.

D. Reporting and Communication

• Reporting: Provide daily, weekly, and monthly reports on work progress, production metrics, resource consumption (fuel, consumables), and deviations.
• Interface Management: Coordinate closely with Project Management, the Engineering Department, Survey Department, and Client representatives.