Barge Maintenance Manager

Overview

The Barge Maintenance Manager is entrusted with managing and directing the maintenance activities for jack-up barges to guarantee reliable operations, adherence to regulations, and cost-efficient management. This position focuses on collaborating with the maintenance team to optimize preventive and corrective procedures, reduce downtime, and prolong asset longevity.

Key Duties

• Supervise schedules for preventive upkeep on mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and structural components of jack-up barges.
• Organize and oversee corrective maintenance, diagnosing issues, and repairs to quickly restore functionality.
• Monitor and track all maintenance efforts through the Planned Maintenance System (PMS).
• Perform root cause failure analyses on repetitive problems and implement sustainable corrective measures.
• Ensure all maintenance complies with maritime regulations and standards from classification societies (ABS, DNV), flag states, and international conventions including IMO, SOLAS, and MARPOL.
• Manage certifications, inspections, and surveys mandated by classification bodies, flag authorities, and clients.
• Oversee upkeep of critical safety systems such as firefighting equipment, lifesaving appliances, navigation aids, and dynamic positioning systems when applicable.
• Plan and supervise dry-dockings and significant repair or refit projects, including preparing specifications, choosing vendors, and onsite monitoring.
• Collaborate with barge captains, chief engineers, port engineers, captains, and operation managers to synchronize maintenance with ongoing projects while minimizing operational interruptions.
• Control inventory of spare parts and consumables, balancing availability of essential spares with cost-effective stock levels.
• Develop and manage annual maintenance budgets, track spending, and generate cost forecasts and variance reports.
• Evaluate and approve performance and proposals from vendors and service providers.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of all maintenance work, including equipment histories, inspection records, and certification statuses.
• Lead and mentor both onboard and shore-based maintenance staff to ensure technical skills, safety standards, and company protocols are met.
• Conduct regular maintenance audits, inspections, and risk assessments to identify deficiencies and improve processes.
• Participate in emergency response planning and drills to guarantee readiness and equipment reliability during critical events.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marine Engineering, with prior experience as a Chief Engineer.
• At least 8 to 10 years of progressively responsible maintenance experience within offshore or marine sectors, including a minimum of 3 years in a managerial or supervisory role aboard jack-up barges.
• Solid technical understanding of barge-related systems such as engines, generators, jacking mechanisms, cranes, ballast systems, and supporting auxiliary equipment.
• Knowledgeable about classification society standards and international maritime safety and environmental regulations.
• Proven leadership capabilities, project management expertise, and sound decision-making skills.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Willingness and capability to travel offshore or to shipyards as necessary.