Marine Engineering Cadet/Trainee

Join DOF as a Marine Engineering Cadet/Trainee

We are looking for a Marine Engineering Cadet or Trainee Engineer to join our team at DOF. This pivotal role that will support the maintenance and operations of our advanced offshore vessel operations within the Oil and gas industry. This is an opportunity to join our Marine team and navigate our world class fleet of vessels.

Our Engineering Cadets are DOF's future aspiring marine engineers. They will be provided with hands-on experience and essential skills. Your dedication, enthusiasm including your commitment to safety is an invaluable asset, in shaping the future of DOF’s Marine Engineering crew.

• Available to commence as an Engineering Cadetship in early 2026.
• Hold a trade qualification recognised by AMC (Australian Maritime College); such as Marine Engine Driver 2 qualification.
• Currently enrolled in AMC and completing a Bachelor of Applied Science (Marine Engineering) or equivalent is ideal.
• Demonstrate some offshore experience is beneficial but not essential.
• The ability to obtain and hold a Maritime Security Identification Card (MSIC).
• Strong communication and teamwork.
• The ability to work with people from varied backgrounds.
• Compliance with all work, health and safety practices at all times.
• Demonstrate a flexible, adaptable and resilient approach to meet vessel and company demands.
• Identify yourself with our core values: Respect - Integrity - Teamwork - Excellence - And above all we are Safe.
• Able to relocate to complete educational course requirements as and when required.

Who we are

With a multi-national workforce of 6000 personnel, DOF is an international group of companies which owns and operates a fleet of modern offshore/subsea vessels, with an engineering capacity to service both the offshore and subsea market. With more than 40 years in the offshore business, the group has a strong position in terms of experience, innovation, product range, technology, and capacity. 

DOFs core activities are vessel ownership, vessel management, project management, engineering, vessel operations, survey, remote intervention, and diving operations. DOF offers a full spectrum of top-quality offshore services to facilitate an ever-growing and demanding energy industry. 

The company’s main operation centres and business units are located in Norway, Denmark, UK, USA, Singapore, Philippines, Brazil, Argentina, Canada, Angola, and Australia.

We offer all our employees the benefit of working in a safe and supporting environment, where all are treated with dignity and respect. DOF is an employer who embraces Equal Opportunity and promotes diversity.

Our Engineering Cadet/Trainee at DOF are provide with:

• A working environment consisting of highly educated, skilled, positive, innovative, and enthusiastic employees.

• You will experience working remotely on various offshore vessels.
• Potential long-term aspiring Marine Engineers with DOF

How to apply

This is an excellent opportunity to be a part of the DOF marine team as an Engineering Cadet/Trainee. Applicants will be required to apply online and no later than 12th February 2026. Late applications will not be accepted due to critical timelines for this position.

Please note that due to the volume of applications that may be received, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.