وظيفة مهندس بارجة لدى Libera Consultants في الشرقية السعودية

One of our key clients, a leading drilling contractor in Saudi Arabia, is looking to hire an experienced Barge Engineer to join their offshore Jack-Up drilling operations.

This is a senior marine position responsible for supporting the safe and efficient operation of the rig, with particular focus on rig moves, jacking operations, stability, ballast and load distribution. Our client is a well-established drilling contractor in the region, known for its strong safety culture, modern fleet and long-term offshore operations.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• Managing and supporting Jack-Up rig moves, including positioning, preloading and jacking operations
• Overseeing the safe jacking up and lowering of the rig
• Monitoring and maintaining rig stability, ballast, load distribution and weight control
• Advising the OIM on marine, stability and operational matters that could impact rig safety or drilling operations
• Monitoring weather and environmental conditions during marine and rig-move activities
• Ensuring marine equipment and systems remain operationally ready and compliant
• Maintaining required stability, ballast, loading and marine operational records
• Ensuring compliance with applicable Flag State, Classification Society, statutory and company safety requirements
• Supporting emergency preparedness, drills and offshore marine safety activities
• Leading and supporting marine personnel to ensure safe and efficient operations

Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years' relevant offshore marine experience, with strong experience as a Barge Engineer on Jack-Up drilling rigs
• Proven experience participating in and/or managing multiple Jack-Up rig moves
• Hands-on experience with jacking, preloading, ballast and stability operations
• Strong understanding of Jack-Up rig stability, weight distribution and marine operations
• Experience working across different Jack-Up rig designs/types is highly desirable
• Strong offshore safety awareness and knowledge of relevant marine regulations
• Proven leadership and communication skills

Certifications Required:

• Valid and relevant Certificate of Competency (COC)
• Relevant offshore/STCW certifications as required
• All certifications must be valid and internationally recognised