Barge Operations Specialist

Job Title: Barge Operations Supervisor

Roles and Responsibilities:

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of five years' experience in the operation and upkeep of JUBs, with a strong background in marine construction. They will be responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient operation of the barge, including the coordination and supervision of maintenance activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure good familiarity and understanding with the Barge Jacking O&M procedures and the application thereof."
• Responsible for the efficient and effective coordination, supervision, and execution of maintenance and service activities on a day-to-day basis."
• Ensure planned controls for safety, environmental, and quality aspects in regard to the operation and maintenance of the barge."
• Compliance with the Safety and Environmental Responsibilities."
• Ensure a consistently high level of familiarity with operating all communication, electrical, and mechanical systems onboard the barge."
• Promote the MCD positive safety culture to all workforce operations on the barge."
• Coordinate with Managers and Superintendents on works, scheduling, and status of the barge in regard to its assignment."
• Responsible for the safe and defined jacking of the barge structure as per O&M Manual."
• Upkeep of maintenance and equipment service activities on a day-to-day basis as required and as per O&M Manual as instructed by the Senior Barge Operator."
• Promote total job safety and environmental awareness by workforce, subcontractors, and all persons working on the barge."
• Ensure that hazards are identified, risks assessed, and control measures planned and implemented in consultation with fellow Barge Operators and Project Engineers."
• Monitor and review the performance and reliability of all equipment/tools onboard the barge to ensure consistent smooth operation and availability of the barge."
• Promptly advise the National Plant Manager of any issues that could adversely impact the reliability of the barge and keep accurate records of such issues."
• Responsible for understanding and managing the contents of the barge Operations and Maintenance Manual and suggesting upgrades and amendments that may be required from time to time."
• Execute maintenance activities in accordance with servicing schedules whilst constantly ensuring the availability of the barge when required."
• Ensure that the workforce on the barge is inducted and familiar with the operational and safety procedures when jacking as required."
• Required to draft and maintain approved emergency and evacuation plans for the Barge and its crew as required."
• Assess and allocate maintenance priorities as necessary as required."
• Maintain equipment and JUB operation logbooks as required as required."
• Maintain contact and communication with the Project Engineer and National Plant Manager plus Engineering Support as required."
• Prepare Equipment Inspection Schedules as required."
• Prepare Equipment Services Schedules as required."
• Any other duties as may be required by the Company."

Required Skills and Qualifications:

The successful candidate will possess the following skills and qualifications:

• Minimum of five years' experience relevant to the operation and upkeep of JUBs and having previously held a position of Barge Master."
• Trades qualification relevant to the operation and maintenance of the barge systems."
• IJUBOA accreditation – desirable."
• Recent JUB operational knowledge and competency."
• Able to work on alternate Saturdays."
• Transport pick up at Tanah Merah MRT."

Benefits:

Working with our team offers a range of benefits, including:

• The opportunity to work on a variety of exciting projects."
• Professional development and growth opportunities."
• Competitive salary and benefits package."
• Flexible working arrangements."
• Opportunities for career advancement."

Others:

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. If you are interested in this role, please submit your application, including your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and qualifications.