Barge Master - Offshore Vessel Safety Leader

Acciona; Perth; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Novated leasing

Income protection insurance

Private health insurance

Job summary

ACCIONA is seeking a Barge Master for the Beverley project in Western Australia. You will be accountable for the safe, compliant operation of a non-self-propelled jack-up barge, implementing the SMS, coordinating marine interfaces, and ensuring crew and equipment readiness.

You will be the primary vessel contact for marine matters with ACCIONA and service providers. You must have jack-up barge experience, relevant high-risk licences, and STCW safety training, with the authority to make safety

Qualifications

• High‑risk licences as required by WHS laws.
• 2–3 campaigns on jack‑up barges in similar roles.
• Familiarity with vessel SMS and operating procedures.
• STCW Basic Safety Training: PSSR, PST, FPFF.
• GMDSS (A3) and ECDIS where fitted.
• Construction Induction Card (White Card).
• Ability to obtain Fit for Work medical and National Crime Check.

Responsibilities

• Hold ultimate responsibility for crew and vessel safety.
• Implement SMS and environmental policy for the vessel.
• Approve risk assessments and permit-to-work processes.
• Lead inductions, drills and competency checks for crew.
• Direct mooring, unmooring and safe port operations.
• Coordinate emergency response and lifesaving equipment.

Skills

High-risk licenses

Jack-up barge experience

Vessel SMS

STCW Basic Safety Training

GMDSS A3

ECDIS endorsement

White Card (Construction Induction)

Fit for Work medical

National criminal check

Job description

ACCIONA is seeking a Barge Master for the Beverley project in Western Australia. You will be accountable for the safe, compliant operation of a non-self-propelled jack-up barge, implementing the SMS, coordinating marine interfaces, and ensuring crew and equipment readiness.

You will be the primary vessel contact for marine matters with ACCIONA and service providers. You must have jack-up barge experience, relevant high-risk licences, and STCW safety training, with the authority to make safety