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Barge Operator, Avonmouth

Employment Type

Full Time

Application Start Date

27-02-2026

Application End Date

27-03-2026

Location

Avonmouth

State/County

Avon

Zip Code

BS11 9DN

Country

England

Work Style

On-site

Industry

Other/not classified

Category

Operations

Position

Equipment operations

Experience

2-3 Years

Education

Experience in Marine/Barge operations

Description

About the role

Osprey believes that innovative, precision-engineering logistics, by land and by water, can transform the way critical UK infrastructure is built. We bring together the very best multi-disciplinary engineering and delivery team to accelerate projects, enhance safety, and work side by side with clients to solve the most complex construction challenges.

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Barge Operator to support the safe and efficient operation of marine equipment within our heavy-lift project environment. This role works closely with the Marine Operations Lead and Barge Supervisor to ensure all barge operations, transport activities and associated marine logistics are delivered safely and effectively. This opportunity is ideal for someone looking to expand their knowledge with the heavy lift and marine logistics sector while contributing to a major project environment.

 

What You’ll do

·         Safely operate all equipment on Osprey barges, including ballast pumps, winches, mooring systems, and deck layout activities

·         Support marine transportation activities safely and efficiently

·         Assist with rigging, lashing and securing equipment during barge and vessel loadouts/load-ins

·         Perform slinger/signaller duties in line with engineering guidance

·         Support mobilisation and demobilisation of deck equipment

·         Carry out preparation work including grinding and associated deck activities

·         Maintain or coordinate maintenance of all barge equipment

 

Skills & Experience

·         Experience in marine/barge operations or heavy lift logistics preferred

·         Practical rigging, equipment operation, and maintenance experience

·         Strong safety focus and teamwork skills

·         Willingness to develop professionally and work flexibility

 

Benefits

·         20 days’ annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays

·         Enhanced employer pension contributions and salary sacrifice schemes

·         Performance-related pay scheme

·         Enhanced parental leave benefits

·         Cycle to work scheme

·         Family friend policies

·         Access to our Employee Assistance Programme

·         Get Active from Aviva – Gym discounts up to 40% off

·         Support your career development through our success management process

 

If you would like to part of the team or would like to find out more. Please apply!

 

 

 

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