Barge Master

Job Description

Are you ready to lead offshore operations that directly support safer coastlines, resilient infrastructure, and the global energy transition? As a Barge Master with Fugro, you’ll be responsible for one of our large accommodation Jack-Up Barges (JUBs) and marine operations that power essential site investigation and offshore projects across the UK and Europe. Your leadership will keep our people safe, our assets performing, and our clients’ missions moving forward. You’ll report to the Resource Manager UK Land and work hand‑in‑hand with Project and Vessel Managers, shaping a truly collaborative One Fugro culture. This is an offshore role with management of 24/7 barge operations on rotation, with 4-6week shift schedules during campaigns.

Your role and responsibilities

Expectations & Deliverables

• Ensure the safe, efficient operation and maintenance of a large liveaboard Jack-Up Barge (JUB), upholding Fugro’s Life Saving Rules, values, and project documentation at all times.

• Lead short‑term planning for marine operations, securing the right equipment, consumables, and documentation needed to deliver high‑quality project outcomes.

• Set and champion the safety culture on board, intervening where required and ensuring every team member works safely and confidently.

Responsibilities

• Manage and mentor the JUB/marine crew in operation, function, and maintenance of marine equipment, support skills development and cross‑training.

• Responsible for moving and jacking Fugro’s large liveaboard jack up platforms.

• Ensure compliance with vessel and Class documentation requirements and contribute to audits, certifications, and operational readiness.

• Work closely with Project and Vessel Managers to plan and oversee marine operations, including budgeting, procurement and approval of third‑party invoices.

• Monitor crew performance and behaviour, provide constructive feedback, and uphold professional conduct on and off shift.

What you’ll need to thrive in this role

• Proven managerial experience of large liveaboard Jack Ups, ideally in offshore, geotechnical, or marine construction environments.

• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the confidence to guide diverse teams and make sound operational decisions.

• Existing offshore certification or marine qualifications.

• Ability to plan and coordinate equipment, logistics, and work schedules in support of 24/7 offshore operations.

• Willingness and flexibility to travel frequently to offshore project locations across the UK, Europe and Worldwide under rotational work patterns.

• Any prior experience managing an 8-legged Jack up is highly desirable.

About Us

Who we are 
Do you want to join our Geo-data revolution? Fugro’s global reach and unique know-how will put the world at your fingertips. Our love of exploration and technical expertise help us to provide our clients with invaluable insights. We source and make sense of the most relevant Geo-data for their needs, so they can design, build and operate their assets more safely, sustainably and efficiently. But we’re always looking for new talent to take the next step with us. For bright minds who enjoy meaningful work and want to push our pioneering spirit further. For individuals who can take the initiative but work well within a team.

What we offer

Fugro provides a positive work environment as well as projects that will satisfy the most curious minds. We also offer great opportunities to stretch and develop yourself. By giving you the freedom to grow faster, we think you’ll be able to do what you do best, better. Which should help us to find fresh ways to get to know the earth better. We encourage you to be yourself at Fugro. So, bring your energy and enthusiasm, your keen eye and can-do attitude. But bring your questions and opinions too. Because to be the world’s leading Geo-data specialist, we need the strength in depth that comes from a diverse, driven team.

Our view on diversity, equity and inclusion

At Fugro, our people are our superpower. Their variety of viewpoints, experiences, knowledge and talents give us collective strength. Distinctive beliefs and diverse backgrounds are therefore welcome, but discrimination, harassment, inappropriate behaviour and unfair treatment are not. Everybody is to be well-supported and treated fairly. And everyone must be valued and have their voice heard. Crucially, we believe that getting this right brings a sense of belonging, of safety and acceptance, that makes us feel more connected to Fugro’s purpose ‘together we create a safe and liveable world’ – and to each other.

Benefits of joining our team

• Extensive career & training opportunities both nationally and internationally.

• Competitive salary

• Contributory pension scheme

• Private medical insurance

• Health cash plan

• Group life assurance

• Group income protection

• Electric car scheme

• Discounted gym memberships

• Discounts platform

• The Fugro Card (pre-paid virtual visa card, which earns cash back automatically when money is spent at any participating retailers)

• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

• Long service awards

• Fugro values awards

• Employee referral bonus scheme

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Disclaimer for recruitment agencies:

Fugro does not accept any unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies. Acquisition to Fugro Recruitment or any Fugro employee is not appreciated**.**