Barge Master (Inland waterways barge)

JOHN H.WHITAKER (TANKERS) LIMITED; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits package

Opportunities for professional development

Supportive team environment with a strong safety culture

Job summary

A leading maritime logistics company in England is seeking an experienced Barge Master to ensure the safe navigation of inland waterway barges. The role includes managing vessel operations, leading a crew, and ensuring compliance with maritime regulations. Ideal candidates should possess a valid Boatmaster’s Licence and demonstrate experience with barges. This full-time position offers a competitive pay and benefits package, along with opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience operating barges or similar vessels on inland waterways.
• Strong knowledge of maritime safety regulations.
• Leadership and crew management experience.
• Strong knowledge of navigation and maritime safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Take command of the barge, ensuring safe navigation on inland waterways.
• Plan and execute voyages in compliance with statutory and company requirements.
• Manage vessel operations including loading, unloading, and securing of cargo.
• Lead, supervise, and train crew members.
• Maintain the vessel to a high standard of safety.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.

Skills

Leadership and crew management skills

Good communication and problem-solving abilities

Strong knowledge of navigation and seamanship

Flexibility to work varied hours

Communication

Problem-solving

Safety compliance

Flexibility

Education

Valid Boatmaster’s Licence (or equivalent certification)

Job description

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About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and safety-conscious Barge Master to operate and oversee the safe navigation of an inland waterway barge. This role involves managing the day‑to‑day running of the vessel, ensuring compliance with relevant maritime regulations, and leading the crew to deliver bunkers efficiently and professionally.

Key Responsibilities

• Take command of the barge, ensuring safe navigation on inland waterways.
• Plan and execute voyages in compliance with statutory and company requirements.
• Manage vessel operations including loading, unloading, and securing of cargo.
• Lead, supervise, and train crew members.
• Maintain the vessel to a high standard of safety, cleanliness, and operational readiness.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Valid Boatmaster’s Licence (or equivalent certification).
• Demonstrable experience operating barges or similar vessels on inland waterways.
• Strong knowledge of navigation, seamanship, and maritime safety regulations.
• Leadership and crew management skills.
• Good communication and problem‑solving abilities.
• Flexibility to work varied hours depending on schedules and operations.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and further training.
• A supportive team environment with a strong safety culture.

How to Apply

Please send your CV and a covering letter to [e-mail]

Seniority level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Supply Chain

Industries

• Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage

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