RECRUITMENT OFFICER – CREWING FOR SELF-PROPELLED JACK-UP BARGES We are seeking an experienced and highly organised Recruitment Officer to oversee the sourcing, screening, and recruitment of marine crew for our client’s fleet of self-propelled jack-up barges. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring vessels are manned with qualified, compliant, and competent personnel to support offshore and marine operations safely and efficiently. Key Responsibilities Recruit officers, engineers, deck crew, and technical personnel for self-propelled jack-up barges Source candidates through maritime recruitment networks, databases, and industry platforms Screen CVs, licences, STCW certifications, medicals, and offshore documentation Coordinate interviews, trade testing, and selection processes Arrange crew mobilisation, travel, visas, and joining formalities Maintain accurate crewing records and candidate databases Liaise closely with vessel operations and management teams regarding manpower requirements Ensure all crew comply with flag state, client, and company requirements Build and maintain a strong pool of qualified marine personnel Requirements Previous experience in maritime or offshore crewing/recruitment Knowledge of self-propelled jack-up barge operations is highly desirable Familiarity with STCW, MLC, offshore certification, and seafarer documentation Strong communication, organisational, and administrative skills Ability to work under pressure and manage urgent crew changes Proficient in Microsoft Office and crewing/recruitment systems Experience within offshore, dredging, construction support, or marine sectors is an advantage
