Barge Operator

Petrofac is a leading international service provider to the energy industry, with a diverse client portfolio including many of the world’s leading energy companies.

We design, build, manage, and maintain infrastructure for our clients. We recruit, reward, and develop our people based on merit regardless of race, nationality, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, marital status, or disability. We value our people and treat everyone who works for or with Petrofac fairly and without discrimination.

The world is re-thinking its energy supply and security needs, planning for a phased transition to alternative energy sources. We are here to help our clients meet these evolving energy needs. This is an exciting time to join us on this journey.

We support flexible working requests and have adopted a hybrid approach for most of our office-based roles, requiring employees to be present in the office at least three days per week.

Are you ready to bring the right energy to Petrofac and help us deliver a better future for everyone?

This post is based offshore on a 2/3 rotation and a fixed-term contract for 18 months.

JOB TITLE: BARGE OPERATOR

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for daily marine operations as directed by the Barge Supervisor.
• This position reports directly to the Barge Supervisor.
• Have sufficient understanding of process safety and major accident hazard management to contribute effectively to business decisions impacting safety.
• Commitment to incident-free operations.
• Support a working environment based on respect for health, safety, and environmental issues, maintaining high asset integrity.
• Participate as a member of the Barge Master’s team in achieving performance targets.
• Build effective relationships with other departments and shifts.
• Handle loading, storage, and discharging of oil cargo.
• Manage ballasting, trim, and vessel stability.
• Moor and unmoor shuttle tankers as designated by the Barge Master.
• Manage vessel systems power.
• Maintain vessel position and heading, making adjustments as required.
• Maintain an effective marine and aviation radio watch.
• Coordinate in-field operations involving shuttle tankers, support vessels, and helicopters.
• Assist with inspection and maintenance of life-saving appliances and firefighting equipment.
• Execute duties as specified in station/bill/emergency procedures or as directed by the OIM.
• Conduct first-line maintenance on marine systems or assist as appropriate.
• Ensure CCR is constantly manned.
• Monitor vessel status, react to system changes, and request assistance as needed.
• Isolate and prepare equipment for maintenance.
• Complete verification and routine activities, maintaining accurate records.
• Liaise with all departments to minimize operational disruptions.
• Maintain accurate records of marine operations, vessel, and aircraft movements.
• Comply with company procedures and ensure comprehensive handovers.
• Participate in the Competence Assurance System and undertake necessary training and assessments.
• Make decisions within delegation of authority.
• Ensure health, safety, and welfare of crew and environmental areas related to the role.
• Primary role of watchkeeping in the CCR, ensuring safe and efficient operation of station keeping and marine systems.
• Perform as Area Operator within the permit to work system.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

• Minimum years of experience (specify years)
• Experience with dynamic positioning preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with ability to present technical issues clearly
• Ability to foster positive relations with peers and stakeholders internally and externally

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