Offshore USCG Mate — Lead Deck Ops & Safety

CORE Group; Texas; On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

CORE Group is seeking an experienced USCG Mate to support safe navigation, marine operations, and day-to-day deck activities aboard a modern offshore drilling unit. You will work with the Chief Mate and Captain, supervising deck crew and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities include standing navigational watches, supervising Roustabouts, cargo handling, ballast control, mooring, and maintaining safety equipment and logs, with emphasis on safety and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid USCG Mate Unlimited license or equivalent.
• Foreign flag license required.
• STCW endorsements current.
• BOSIET/FOET or THUET certification.
• RigPass or SafeGulf certification.
• Current offshore medical.
• TWIC and government-issued ID or passport.

Responsibilities

• Stand navigational watches and assist with vessel operation while underway and on location.
• Supervise Roustabouts and deck crew during daily operations, cargo handling, lifting activities, and maintenance work.
• Coordinate loading, unloading, securing of cargo, bulk transfers, and supply vessel operations.
• Assist with ballast control, stability management, and marine systems as directed.
• Oversee mooring, anchor handling (where applicable), and DP-related deck operations.
• Ensure deck equipment, lifesaving appliances, firefighting equipment, and lifting gear are maintained and inspected.
• Enforce safety procedures, permit-to-work requirements, and environmental compliance.
• Participate in emergency drills and respond to onboard emergencies as required.
• Maintain accurate deck logs, inspection records, and operational documentation.

Skills

Deck crew leadership

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Education

USCG Mate Unlimited license

Foreign flag license

STCW endorsements

BOSIET/FOET or THUET

RigPass or SafeGulf

Offshore medical

TWIC and government ID/passport

Job description

CORE Group is seeking an experienced USCG Mate to support safe navigation, marine operations, and day-to-day deck activities aboard a modern offshore drilling unit. You will work with the Chief Mate and Captain, supervising deck crew and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities include standing navigational watches, supervising Roustabouts, cargo handling, ballast control, mooring, and maintaining safety equipment and logs, with emphasis on safety and operational excellence.