Marine Supervisor

BW Energy Limited; Rio de Janeiro; On-site; BRL 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

BW Energy Limited seeks a seasoned Marine Department supervisor to oversee installation marine activities on offshore assets in Brazil. You will supervise operations, ensure safety, compliance, and asset integrity while acting as a focal point for marine-related activities onboard.

The role requires STCW credentials and prior watchkeeping and supervisory experience on FPSO/FSO or offshore production platforms.

Qualifications

• Experience in marine/offshore operations with supervisory duties.
• Proven ability to manage risk and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Experience on FPSO/FSO or offshore production platforms; multicultural environments.

Responsibilities

• Supervise operation, condition monitoring, and troubleshooting of marine and cargo systems.
• Oversee vessel handling, mooring, and cargo operations per plan.
• Maintain safety and regulatory compliance and support incident investigations.

Skills

Watchkeeping experience

Team supervision

Operational risk management

Multicultural environment experience

Education

Barge Supervisor STCW/IMO A.891(21)

Master License STCW 95 II/2 & IV/2

FPSO/FSO offshore platform experience

Tools

CMMS

Loading/Stability software

Job description

Supervise and control the Installation Marine Department activities to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient functioning of all marine, cargo facilities, and offshore operations. Act as a key operational focal point onboard for marine-related activities, supporting the Marine Superintendent in maintaining overall asset integrity and safety.

• Execute and supervise the operation, condition monitoring, and troubleshooting of marine, cargo, and relevant utility systems.
• Oversee and monitor the 500m Safety Zone, traffic control, and support vessel handling.
• Perform and supervise export tankers mooring and unmooring operations.
• Carry out cargo operations according to the cargo plan; perform cargo calculations; supervise cargo, slop, and ballast tank entries; monitor tank conditions; oversee Crude Oil / Water Washing operations, slop water treatment, overboard discharge, and Oil Record Book entries.
• Monitor unit stability and hull stresses, ensuring Loading/Stability software usage and integrity.
• Supervise overall Helicopter Operations, Waste Management routines, and Garbage Record Book entries.
• Assist in the planning and execution of Marine Department maintenance activities in cooperation with Department Heads using the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS). Review database entries to ensure technical validity and accuracy.
• Ensure regulatory, flag state, and class requirements are strictly adhered to in daily operations.
• Fulfill risk management requirements by identifying operational risks in marine activities and ensuring established procedures are followed.
• Participate in incident and accident investigations under direction, taking immediate action to make areas safe and assist in root cause analysis.
• Undertake statutory area safety inspections in accordance with Flag regulations.
  Prepare and assist in the inspection of Cargo Tanks and related equipment according to class or statutory requirements.
• Conduct regular appraisals of marine personnel under supervision, assessing training needs and supporting competency development.
• Contribute to a healthy corporate culture onboard through proactive communication and maintaining a positive working environment.
• Ensure all lifting gear on the facility is kept certified as per applicable rules and BWE procedures, maintaining the "Lifting Register".
• Support budget control and monitoring of marine department expenditures.
• Act as an active member of the Emergency Response Team.
• Support or perform Ship Security Officer (SSO) functions as designated, ensuring unit security in line with the ISPS Code and SOLAS guidance.

Mandatory Requirements

• Barge Supervisor as per STCW / IMO Resolution A.891(21) OR Master License STCW 95 II/2 & IV/2.
• Experience as a watchkeeping officer with proven experience in a supervisory or senior watchkeeping role in marine/offshore operations.
• Experience on FPSO, FSO, or offshore production platforms.
• Previous experience working in a multicultural environment.
• Direct experience in shipyard, commissioning, or asset conversion projects is highly preferred.
• Relevant international maritime/offshore rules and regulations.
• Fully experienced in Permit to Work (PTW) systems, hot work activities, gas testing, enclosed space entry, and safety monitoring during plant shut-downs and refurbishments.
• Helicopter Operations relevant to the unit and country of operation.

Desirable Requirements

• Waste Management procedures relevant to the unit.
• Mooring and unmooring operations.
• Emergency Response procedures and Safety Case requirements.