Barge Operator

A marine employer in Kuwait City is looking for a Barge Operator to handle deck, hopper and flat-top barges used in marine construction, material transport and offshore support work. The role covers barge movement, cargo handling and daily checks, working under tugboat masters and project supervisors. The operator will guide barges during mooring, anchoring and unmooring, help load and secure cargo so the vessel stays stable, and watch draft, ballast and stability while loading, travelling and discharging. Daily checks cover the hull, deck, hatches, mooring lines and equipment, along with routine upkeep such as greasing, painting and minor repairs. Other duties include running deck machinery such as winches, capstans and hydraulic systems, keeping cargo, fuel and daily activity records, coordinating with tug crews and project teams on positioning, and following safety rules, including life jackets, protective equipment and emergency procedures. The operator will also help with cargo loading and unloading using cranes or excavators when needed, report damage, incidents or equipment faults to the Barge Supervisor straight away, take part in toolbox talks and safety briefings, and keep the barge deck tidy.

Barge Operator in Kuwait City to operate and manage deck, hopper and flat-top barges for marine construction, material transport and offshore support.

• Skilled and safety-conscious Barge Operator
• Experience operating and managing deck barges, hopper barges or flat-top barges
• Familiarity with marine construction, material transport or offshore support work
• Ability to work under the direction of tugboat masters or project supervisors
• Attention to barge stability, cargo handling and safety procedures

• Reference Number: GJ-469