About the job

Company DescriptionBESIX Group is a leading multidisciplinary Belgian Group, operating in construction, construction, real estate development and concessions. BESIX Group was founded in 1909, and has grown impressively over the years. BESIX Group operates in Northern and Eastern Europe, North and Central Africa and the Middle East through its subsidiary BESIX Construct, as well as in Canada and Australia. The group stands out in its sector by having its own internal Engineering Department, with wide-ranging expertise in geotechnical engineering, concrete technology, methods, planning, and BIM, System Engineering and similar tools.In 2022, the Group achieved a turnover of EUR 3.4 billion. BESIX has about 12,000 employees active in 25+ countries with more than 80 different nationalities.Find more information at: https://www.besix.com/ .Job Description

• You are responsible for the operation and overall maintenance of one of our Self Elevating Platforms on a BESIX or third party construction site
• According to the project at hand you will work in day and/or night shifts and during your shift you will be responsible to operate the barge according to the instructions received by the project management. This includes organizing the tow to position the vessel on the right spot, putting down and preloading the legs, jacking up to the desired height and – if needed – assist in the site operations (craning, loading or offloading etc.).
• You will lead, coach and manage the crew necessary to operate and maintain the barge.
• You will also ensure that the vessel meets all requirements set forth by local and/or international marine authorities or certification bodies.
• All maintenance works shall be done in liaison with the project management and/or Brussels Head Office (HO), adequate reporting of all maintenance and repair work is required.
• You are responsible for the safety on board and you will instruct and train your crew through regular toolbox talks, safety drills and pre-task briefings and report this to HO
• You will also make sure that all people (even non-crew) working on your vessel, are aware and apply the safety rules.
• You will make and distribute detailed reports on your daily activities
• You will stay informed at all times of weather, tidal, current and other operation related forecasts and conditions, and you will operate the vessel accordingly. When required, you will take or organize the necessary precaution measures (seek shelter in closest port of jack up to safe height)

Qualifications

• You have a degree in navigation or a few years of relevant experience in this function. Yet, trainees with a passion for working offshore can be accepted as well.
• Holder of a (basic) Offshore Training Certificate and/or a Certificate in Marine Operations of Self Elevating Platforms can be an asset
• You have a keen interest in technique, enabling you to operate and maintain the barge with respect for its equipment
• DGPS (Differential Global Positioning System) have no secrets for you
• Knowledge of first aid is required (Certificate is an asset)
• Excellent skills in English is a must, knowledge of French (or Arabic) can be a major asset
• Any qualifications as an offshore crane operator are most welcome as well.
• Knowledgeable in the use of computer and its standard office software
• Flexibility to work abroad

Additional InformationA career at BESIX is a lot more than just a job, it's about being part of our changing and innovative world. Your skills, ambition and passion will contribute to the development of our different businesses and allow us to succeed in the challenges of the coming years.Working for the BESIX group allows you to be a part of a dynamic, creative and entrepreneurial company. It gives you a safe and collaborative working environment with ambitious and innovative goals for the world of tomorrow, but also for your career and personal development.We are looking for different kinds of personalities, mindsets, backgrounds and genders to build the iconic and sustainable projects of tomorrow.Are you ready to make an impact and leave a positive legacy for years to come? If you are passionate about our purpose to Excel in creating sustainable solutions for a better world , come and join our caring BESIX family. Together we will co-create our future.Working at BESIX brings a lot of great benefits including:

• An attractive remuneration package including a salary in line with the market and a range of employee benefits such as flexible mobility advantages, extra-legal pension, medical care insurance, work-life balance program (such as teleworking, child care, flexible work schedule, mobile working), Health Management (sport, health check-up program, …);
• Career development programs that serve not only to ensure that you are constantly learning and improving but also that give you the possibility to expand your career horizon;
• A dynamic, creative and safe working environment with innovative colleagues supporting your endeavors (ideas, projects, goals, ambitions);
• Possibility to work on complex projects within both a local and international environment;
• The choice to remain locally anchored for the coming years or to seek an exciting international career opportunity within the group.

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