Job Description
Our Operator client is currently recruiting for the position of Barge Master, based offshore on a 2/3 rotation in the North Sea.
Responsibilities:
1. Understand process safety and major accident hazard management to contribute effectively to business decisions impacting process safety.
2. Commit to incident-free operations.
3. Provide input to major accident hazard management, including prevention, detection, control, mitigation, and response to major accidents.
4. Ensure marine & deck activities protect health, safety, environment, and welfare of personnel and assets.
5. Execute work programs safely, competently, and timely, with proper prioritization and resource allocation to meet asset goals.
6. Build effective relationships with other departments and shifts.
7. Manage heading control and station keeping.
8. Operate cargo storage, export, ballast control, and power systems, ensuring compliance with assurance schemes.
9. Manage marine diesel oil and freshwater quality, report usage, and advise on weather and stock levels.
10. Oversee lifting and rigging operations, including equipment maintenance, certification, and risk assessments.
11. Ensure operational and maintenance activities adhere to safety systems, supervise contractors, and manage time effectively.
12. Maintain installation safety systems and ensure readiness of evacuation and lifesaving appliances.
13. Supervise, coach, and support direct reports professionally.
14. Control costs within scope of responsibility.
15. Coordinate inspections and maintenance of marine systems, structure, and moorings to standards.
16. Contribute to work program and budget planning for upcoming years.
17. Deliver continuous performance improvement and optimize offshore crew.
18. Assist across facilities and manage onboard contractors.
19. Recommend equipment and routine changes to enhance performance and efficiency.
20. Follow company procedures and ensure comprehensive handovers.
21. Participate in competence assurance and training activities.
22. Ensure team competency levels meet role requirements.
23. Contribute to succession planning and team development.
24. Manage the Marine Department on the FPSO, ensuring safe and effective operation of station keeping and marine systems, reinforcing company values, and ensuring asset integrity and compliance.
25. Ensure crew health, safety, welfare, and environmental responsibilities are met.
Experience & Qualifications:
* STCW Reg II/2 (Chief Mate) experience in an FPSO supervisory role.
* Tanker Endorsement (Oil).
* Ability to foster positive relations with peers and stakeholders.
* DP or TAMS experience with DP Advanced Training.
* Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, capable of presenting technical issues clearly.
* Supervisory experience in offshore or similar environments and vendor management experience.
* Preferably holds a Masters Certificate of Competency.
This is a permanent position. If you are interested and meet the requirements, please contact Orion Group or apply with your current CV quoting reference: PR/078492.
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