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About this Immersion Specialist role at DEME Group

DEME Group · Remote · Worldwide
As an immersion specialist, you will be part of the team responsible for floating and positioning concrete tunnel elements or caissons, equipping them in the port, transporting them from temporary storage locations to the offshore site, and installing them at sea.
In the preparatory phase, you will be involved in the development of operation manuals, work plans, and coordination between teams to ensure smooth execution. In the operational phase, you will be part of the team that performs the immersion activities, ensuring the correct positioning of the elements or caissons on the seabed.

Your Responsibilities

During the Preparatory Phase:

  • Develop operation manuals, drawings, test and inspection plans, and contingency procedures for the full Transport & Immersion scope, which includes both the floating and immersion of concrete tunnel elements and caissons.

  • Create detailed work plans that describe operations and define the outfitting and ballasting requirements for both concrete tunnel elements and caissons, coordinating with the design teams.

  • Lead interface management with other departments to align on specific aspects of the Transport & Immersion scope.

  • Assist in the development of Immersion Pontoon Control Systems, Tunnel Control Systems, and survey techniques.

  • Liaise with external parties such as the Marine Warranty Surveyor and port authorities to establish work procedures and Go/No-Go protocols.

  • Support the creation of schedules and manage purchasing packages.

During the Execution Phase:

  • A qualified civil or industrial engineer with experience in the immersion of large structures or offshore lifting operations.

  • Proven problem-solving skills and the ability to make decisions in challenging operational environments.

  • A team player with strong communication skills, able to work effectively in a multicultural, international environment.

  • Fluent in English; additional language skills (e.g., Dutch) are considered an asset.

Your Profile

  • A qualified civil or industrial engineer with experience in the immersion of large structures or offshore lifting operations.

  • Proven problem-solving skills and the ability to make decisions in challenging operational environments.

  • A team player with strong communication skills, able to work effectively in a multicultural, international environment.

  • Fluent in English; additional language skills (e.g., Dutch) are considered an asset.

Our offer

  • An extensive mobility program for a healthy work-life balance; 

  • a permanent training track which allows you to develop yourself personally and professionally;

  • a stimulating, innovative workplace with numerous growth opportunities;

  • a people-oriented environment with an interactive health program and a focus on employee wellbeing.

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About DEME Group

DEME is a world leader in the highly specialised fields of dredging, solutions for the offshore energy industry, infra marine and environmental works. The company can build on more than 140 years of know-how and experience and has fostered a pioneering approach throughout its history, enabling it to be a front runner in innovation and new technologies. DEME’s vision is to work towards a sustainable future by offering solutions for global challenges: a rising sea level, a growing population, reduction of CO2 emissions, polluted rivers and soils and the scarcity of natural resources. While the company’s roots are in Belgium, DEME has built a strong presence in all of the world’s seas and conti

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