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Master Multicat SMBW

Van Oord

Rotterdam
Contractor
Posted on: August 12 2026

As Multicatmaster, you are responsible for managing all onboard operations from nautical decisions to technical maintenance, from crew leadership to contact with local authorities. Every safe and successful manoeuvre reflects your leadership. Every shift in the water begins with your command.

YOUR IMPACT
  • Supervise and manage all activities onboard carrying final responsibility in order to make optimal production/project output possible in close cooperation with other equipment, company management and clients (on- and offshore);
  • Guide, supervise, motivate and train your crew in consultation with operational supervisor(s) and in accordance with the relevant personnel policy, to create and safeguard a positive working atmosphere;
  • Ensure full compliance with safety and environmental regulations onboard as well as the maintenance of the assigned equipment;
  • Oversee (long term) maintenance planning in collaboration with our Fleet department;
  • Act as the main point of contact for local authorities and service agencies.
ABOUT YOU
  • A CoC Unlimited or at least 3000 GT and at least 3 years of relevant experience as Multicatskipper
  • A proven track record in successfully managing multidisciplinary and international teams
  • Completed STCW courses and willingness to follow all recommended Van Oord training
  • Proficiency in the English language at a professional level
WE OFFER
  • 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.
About Van Oord
Van Oord logo

We create a better world for future generations by delivering Marine ingenuity.

We are a Dutch family-owned company with over 150 years of experience as an international marine contractor. We value open communication with our clients and stakeholders. Our company culture is one of entrepreneurship and engaged employees. We think and act with responsibility and focus on the long term. Our purpose is to create a better world for future generations by delivering Marine ingenuity.

Facts about

  • Number of employees: 4500

  • Sectors: Inland shipping, Civil, Dredging, Energy, Marine Energy, Maritime, Offshore, Oil & Gas, Wind, Shipping

  • Preferred educational level: intermediate vocational education, higher vocational education, university

  • Career level: student, starter & traineeship (0-3 years), young professional (3-5 years), professional (5-10 years), senior professional (>10 years)

  • Preferred education: Civil engineering, offshore & dredging engineering, mechanical engineering, maritime technology, shipbuilding, maritime officer

  • Open vacancies: Superintendent, Technical Superintendent, Project Manager, Project Engineer, Engineer, Logistics Engineer, Procurement Officer, Offshore Construction Manager, QHSE manager