Excavator Operator (Offshore)

An employer in Kuwait City is seeking an Excavator Operator for offshore work, to run a long-reach excavator on a barge or pontoon for marine and dredging projects. The operator will work under the Barge Master or Project Supervisor. Duties include operating the excavator safely and efficiently, digging, dredging, trenching and moving material, and placing rock or other material accurately. The operator will also handle loading and unloading, inspect the machine before use, check hydraulics, tracks, buckets and attachments, and report any fault to the supervisor or mechanic straight away. The role also covers keeping daily records of hours worked, fuel used and work completed, following the project plan and instructions from the supervisor or survey team, working alongside divers, dredging crews and barge staff, and observing safety rules for offshore work, including personal protective equipment, safe lifting and emergency procedures. The operator will help with general deck duties when the excavator is not in use, take part in toolbox talks and safety meetings, and keep the work area clean and free of hazards.

Excavator Operator (Offshore) in Kuwait City to operate a long-reach excavator from a barge or pontoon on marine and dredging projects.

• Skilled and experienced Excavator Operator
• Experience operating a long-reach excavator for offshore, marine or dredging work
• Familiarity with digging, dredging, trenching and material placement from a barge or pontoon
• Ability to work under the Barge Master or Project Supervisor and alongside divers, dredging crews and barge staff
• Attention to offshore safety procedures and machine inspection

• Reference Number: GJ-470