Captain | DP2 Jack-Up Barge Operations Lead

Ably Resources; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Ably Resources Ltd. in the United States seeks an experienced offshore DP supervisor to oversee the safe operation of self-propelled jack-up barges supporting offshore drilling and oil & gas projects.

You will lead vessel positioning, leg deployment, jacking and lowering, coordinate with OIMs and drilling teams, manage rig moves, ensure DP2 integrity and compliance with HSEQ standards, delivering reliable offshore operations.

Qualifications

• STCW Master Unlimited (II/2) certification.
• Nautical Institute DP Unlimited certification.
• Extensive experience on DP2 jack-up barges or self-elevating offshore units.
• Strong experience in jack‑up operations, rig moves and offshore drilling support.
• Excellent marine leadership, safety management and operational coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Overall command and safe operation of self-propelled jack-up barges supporting offshore drilling and oil & gas operations.
• Plan and supervise jack-up operations, including vessel positioning, leg deployment, preloading, jacking and lowering.
• Oversee DP2 operations, vessel manoeuvring, station keeping and safe approaches to offshore installations.
• Coordinate marine activities with OIMs, drilling superintendents and offshore project teams to support drilling and well intervention operations.
• Manage rig moves, barge mobilisation, offshore relocations and associated marine logistics.
• Oversee vessel stability, ballast management, deck loading and operational limitations during drilling and jack-up activities.
• Supervise marine crew, bridge operations, safety procedures, risk assessments and emergency preparedness.
• Ensure compliance with maritime regulations, company procedures, HSEQ standards and client requirements.
• Coordinate offshore supply operations, personnel transfers, cargo handling and equipment mobilisation.
• Maintain operational readiness of marine equipment, DP systems, jacking systems and associated safety equipment.

Skills

Leadership

Safety management

Offshore coordination

Vessel operations

Equipment maintenance

Education

STCW Master Unlimited (II/2)

Nautical Institute DP Unlimited

Tools

DP systems

Jacking systems

Job description

Ably Resources Ltd. in the United States seeks an experienced offshore DP supervisor to oversee the safe operation of self-propelled jack-up barges supporting offshore drilling and oil & gas projects.

You will lead vessel positioning, leg deployment, jacking and lowering, coordinate with OIMs and drilling teams, manage rig moves, ensure DP2 integrity and compliance with HSEQ standards, delivering reliable offshore operations.