Barge Master

About the role

ACCIONA operates Beverley, Australia’s largest registered jack‑up barge, supporting critical water infrastructure projects. As Barge Master you will be fully accountable for the safe, compliant and efficient operation of this non‑self‑propelled vessel.

Key responsibilities

• Hold ultimate responsibility for crew and vessel safety and implement the vessel’s Safety Management System (SMS) and environmental policy.
• Approve risk assessments, enforce permit‑to‑work processes and lead inductions, drills and competency checks.
• Command mooring, unmooring and safe port operations, and direct emergency response, musters and lifesaving equipment.
• Maintain SMS records and report to shore management while acting as the primary marine contact for ACCIONA, the client and service providers.

Required profile

• Relevant high‑risk work licences (e.g., rigging/dogging, scaffolding, electrical) under State/Territory WHS laws.
• 2–3 campaigns of jack‑up barge experience in Assistant Barge Master or equivalent roles.
• Ability to obtain a Fit for Work medical and National Crime Check.

Required skills

• Knowledge of vessel SMS (RAV‑BEV‑SMS‑000) and Safe Operating Procedures for towing, mooring, jacking and emergency response.
• STCW Basic Safety Training: PSSR, PST, FPFFGMDSS (A3); ECDIS endorsement if fitted.
• Construction Induction Card (White Card).

What we offer

• Salary packaging, novated leasing and income protection insurance.
• Subsidised private health insurance and wellbeing support.
• Leadership development pathways and education support.