Job Description

Responsibilities:

• Monitor daily dredging activities (mechanical or hydraulic)

• Verify dredging limits, depth, and alignment per approved drawings

• Ensure proper positioning of dredgers and support equipment

• Witness survey checks (pre- and post-dredging)

• Ensure compliance with method statements

• Verify compliance with technical specifications

• Inspect sediment removal volumes

• Validate bathymetric survey results

• Monitor turbidity and water quality controls

• Check disposal area compliance

• Ensure sediment control measures are implemented.

• Monitor spill prevention and containment systems

• Verify compliance with environmental permits

• Enforce marine and water safety practices

• Report incidents and non-conformances

• Maintain daily dredging logs

• Prepare inspection and progress reports

• Track dredged volumes vs. planned quantities

• Document equipment productivity

• Maintain photographic and survey records

• Coordinate with survey teams and marine crews

• Liaise with Resident Engineer and QA/QC teams

• Support measurement and billing verification

• Assist in resolving technical issues on site

• Participate in coordination meetings

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related field

• Master’s Degree in Hydraulic/Water Resources Engineering

• Licensed/Registered Civil Engineer (if required in country of assignment)

• Training in Marine/Dredging Operations

• Construction Safety Certification

• Environmental Management Certification (e.g., ISO 14001 awareness)

• QA/QC or Construction Inspection Training

• Hydrographic Survey Training

• Minimum 8–12 years of civil engineering experience

• At least 5 years in dam, reservoir, or hydropower projects

• Proven experience in dredging operations (reservoir desiltation, intake clearing, river training works)

• Experience in quantity verification and contractor billing support

• Experience working with environmental compliance requirements

• Experience in large infrastructure or water-retaining structures

• Strong knowledge of dredging methodologies (cutter suction, clamshell, backhoe dredging)

• Experience in large-scale reservoir rehabilitation projects

• Understanding of sediment transport and reservoir siltation

• Familiarity with hydrographic survey software

• Knowledge of dam safety and intake protection requirements

• Experience under FIDIC-based contracts

• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and dredging plans

• Experience in international donor-funded projects

• Proficiency in MS Office and reporting tools

• Knowledge of project scheduling basics (Primavera/MS Project)

• Strong documentation and reporting skills

About SMEC

For 75 years, SMEC has built a reputation as a trusted partner on major transport and energy infrastructure projects around the world. Our design leaders and specialist teams draw on deep expertise and experience delivering projects across a range of diverse environments, from some of the world’s most remote locations to some of the densest urban surroundings.

We understand the value of relationships to ensure that we comprehensively address all requirements at each stage in a project’s development. By closely collaborating with our clients, contractors, subcontractors and asset operators, we deliver commercially informed design thinking through local specialists who understand on-the-ground context and industry expectations.

We stand apart through our historically diverse, globally connected workforce, operating out of more than 40 countries with strong local relationships.

Our diverse workforce of professionals are highly respected experts who bring talent, experience and passion to their fields. Challenging boundaries, we look beyond the project scope to ensure we leave a positive impact in the communities we live and work in and allow present and future generations to thrive.

At Surbana Jurong, we put talent, hard work, teamwork and a fun workplace together to approach problems and solve them creatively and collaboratively. Join us in making a positive impact on the world!