Offshore Barge Engineer Assistant – 28/28 Rotation (Denmark)

OSM Thome Limited; 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 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.