Barge Master at Uniterm Nigeria Limited

Uniterm Nigeria Limited was incorporated in 2004. It has grown rapidly with professional staff of about 200 delivering quality and cost effective services in the Oil & Gas sector of the Nigerian economy. Uniterm is a Nigerian Company owned by Nigerians. The workforce is made up of professionals drawn across the world.

Uniterm is under the management of highly technical personnel with combined experience level of 150 years. Uniterm is a member of International Association of Drilling Contractors (IADC) and the management staff are members of various professional bodies around the world. Uniterm has offices in Portharcourt and Lagos Nigeria, Houston in USA and Calgary in Canada. Uniterm has key Technical Partners in order to continue to use state-of-the-art technology to deliver services.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Barge Master

Location: Rivers
Job Type: Full Time

Job Description

• Overall responsible for the safe and efficient execution of all marine activities. This includes operation and maintenance of deck, marine (incl. Jacking and Anchor Systems), safety equipment, non-drilling related lifting equipment & marine/cargo lifting operations.
• The Barge Master is also responsible for overseeing the structural integrity of the unit and its system.
• The Barge Master supervises all cargo transfers, ballasting adjustments and loading compensation and ensures compliance with Borr Drilling policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Ensure operations are planned, organized, supervised and executed in accordance with well programs, rig move plans, client requirements and contractual obligations.
• Maintain adequate inventory levels for equipment under the area of responsibility: order any stock in a timely and cost-effective manner.
• Coordinate supply vessels, helicopter logistics and other vessel activities involving the rig.
• As an HLO (Helicopter Landing Officer), supervise crew change by boat or by helicopter.
• Carry out appraisals for subordinates and any other tasks requested by Rig Management.
• Work with the assigned assessor to complete the Borr Competence Management System “BCAMS” and, where necessary, identify any areas for development. Provide demonstrable evidence to complement the assessor outcomes.

Requirements ​

• The Barge Master shall have a minimum, a High School or similar education with a minimum of 8 years of oilfield experience. 
• Specifically, we require individuals who have 4 years of experience in the role of Barge Master onboard an offshore installation. Candidates must hold their Offshore Survival (OPITO BOSIET/FOET) and Offshore Medical (OEUK).

Application Closing Date
2nd January, 2026.