200 GT Mate - Liftboat Division

Aries Marine Corporation; Youngsville (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Aries Marine Corporation in the United States Gulf region seeks an experienced offshore operations professional to lead vessel activities, ensure safety compliance, and coordinate complex liftboat/jack-up operations. The role requires strong leadership, hands-on navigation planning, and proficiency with marine electronics.

The candidate should hold a USCG MMC 200 GT with near coastal endorsement and STCW certifications, and demonstrate the ability to work extended offshore rotations in a team

Qualifications

• Must hold US Coast Guard MMC (200 Gross Tons) and STCW certifications.
• Experience with navigation, watchstanding, voyage planning, radar and GPS.
• Offshore operations experience, especially with liftboats or jack-up vessels.

Responsibilities

• Lead offshore crew and ensure adherence to safety and regulatory standards.
• Coordinate vessel operations and maintain effective communication in a dynamic offshore environment.

Skills

Offshore leadership

Crew coordination

Maritime safety

Education

USCG MMC 200 GT

Near Coastal endorsement

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Radar

GPS

Marine electronics

Job description

• Valid U.S. Coast Guard MMC of 200 Gross Tons (Near Coastal or appropriate endorsement) and all required STCW and medical certifications.
• Demonstrated competency in vessel navigation, watchstanding, voyage planning, and use of radar, GPS, and other marine electronics.
• Experience with Liftboat or offshore support vessel operations, including Jack-Up procedures, crane operations, and deck safety practices.
• Knowledge of maritime safety regulations, environmental compliance, and company safety management systems.
• Strong leadership, communication, and crew coordination skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team offshore environment.
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, work extended hours at sea, and adapt to changing offshore conditions.
• High school diploma or equivalent; additional maritime training or courses in marine operations or safety are beneficial.
• Previous offshore oil and gas experience and familiarity with dynamic positioning operations are a plus.