Barge Engineer

OSM Thome; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

OSM Thome Limited seeks an experienced Assistant Barge Engineer (Marine Engineer) for an offshore construction project in Denmark. The role oversees the engine room watch and supports vessel safety through maintenance and project equipment management.

Based in Rødbyhavn with shore accommodation provided during off-shift hours, you will work a 28 days on/off rotation under the Danish CBA, ensuring compliance with safety, environmental and class requirements while maintaining vessel readiness.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of marine/offshore experience in construction or cable/pipelaying projects.
• Marine Chief Engineer license without horsepower restrictions.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Barge Engineer in operating the vessel to ensure safety at sea, security, and environmental protection.
• Comply with Code of Conduct, policies, standards, and process documentation.
• Contribute to improvements of the Vessel Management System (VMS) and HSE policies.
• Administer stock of parts, stores, bunker, and lubrication oil; manage spare parts in the VMS.
• Ensure activities meet state, class, and flag requirements; report accidents and dangerous occurrences.
• Perform maintenance and repair work; maintain equipment certification documents.
• Operate auxiliary installations and systems as instructed by the Barge Engineer.
• Plan and administer tasks in the VMS; communicate work status at shift handovers.

Skills

Conflict resolution

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Teambuilding

Education

Marine Chief Engineer license

Tools

Maintenance software

Job description

OSM Thome is seeking an experienced Assistant Barge Engineer (Marine Engineer) for an offshore construction project in Denmark. The role involves overseeing the engine room watch and supporting the operational continuity and safety of vessels through maintenance and project equipment management.

Position Overview

• Role: Assistant Barge Engineer (Marine Engineer)
• Location: Foreshore operations between Denmark and Germany. Based in Rødbyhavn (shore accommodation will be provided during off-shift hours).
• Employer: Femern Link Contractors (FLC)
• Project: Design and construction of Northern Europe’s longest immersed tunnel
• Salary: Will be provided on and off, under the relevant Danish CBA
• Rotation: 28 days on/off
• Taxation: As advised by FLC
• EU citizenship or residence in Denmark required

Main Responsibilities

• Assist the Barge Engineer in operating the vessel according to regulations and company standards to ensure safety at sea, security, and environmental protection.
• Comply with the company’s Code of Conduct, policies, standards, and process documentation.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of the Vessel Management System (VMS) and Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies.
• Administer stock of parts, stores, bunker, and lubrication oil, and manage spare parts in the VMS.
• Ensure all activities meet state, class, and flag requirements, including reporting accidents and dangerous occurrences.
• Perform necessary work in accordance with safety, health, and environmental regulations, reporting incidents to the Barge Engineer.
• Maintain maintenance records and equipment certification documents.
• Operate various auxiliary installations and systems as instructed by the Barge Engineer.
• Plan and administer tasks in the VMS.
• Operate machinery and perform maintenance and repair duties to ensure equipment is operational.
• Provide support as requested by the Barge Engineer.
• Contribute to the preparation of maintenance department budgets.
• Clearly communicate work status at the end of shifts and hitch handovers.

Qualifications / Experience

• Marine Chief Engineer license without limitations of horsepower or geographical area.
• 2-3 years of marine experience in the maritime or offshore domain (construction, cable and pipelayers), with experience in winches.
• Strong conflict resolution, interpersonal, communication, teambuilding, and organizational skills.
• Familiarity with computer-based maintenance programs for offshore units.
• Completion of all mandatory training and certification requirements.

Company Culture

• Emphasis on transparent management, quick decision-making, and a collaborative team environment.
• Encourages staff to set personal targets and independently take responsibility for their actions.