Barge Operative
| Posting date: | 23 September 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £35900-41819 per annum |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 23 October 2025 |
| Location: | Plymouth, PL2 2BG |
| Company: | Serco Limited |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 304876-43670132 |
Summary
Serco Limited
Barge Operative Role
Working pattern: Monday – Friday with occasional weekend work.
Fixed term 12 months
Location: RNB Devonport
- Plymouth
Salary: Competitive plus benefits
Reporting directly to the Barge Supervisor, this role will be located in the In-Port Naval Bases. The role will more widely integrate with the Operations team and Technical team. The key purpose of this role is to conduct barge operations within the In-Port Areas, including fuel delivery to warships and discharging fuel lubricants, ware and sullage. The role will also involve undertaking maintenance on the vessels in line with Company procedures.
Main Accountabilities:
To conduct barge operations throughout, including fuel delivery to warships within the Port of Plymouth
Partake in the maintenance of the vessels in accordance with the Company’s approved system
Maintain a safe working environment regarding Health and Safety at Work Act and Oil Pollution Regulations
Responsible for loading and discharging fuel lubricants, water and sullage
Ensure compliance with statutory regulations
To be fully aware of and capable of carrying out emergency operation of all vessel systems
To be responsible for, and assist, Base staff and sub-contractors working onboard
Be prepared to train as a barge crane driver
Communicate effectively with Customers, Management, and office staff
Health and Safety awareness
- Prepared to train so fully conversant with the operation of all barges in port.
What you will need to do the role:
Hold or able to achieve an SC clearance.
Hold a ENG1 Medical Certificate
STCW Personal Survival Techniques (PST)
STCW Fire Prevention & Fire Fighting (FPFF)
STCW Elementary First Aid (EFA)
STCW Personal Safety and Social Responsibility (PSSR)
VHF
What we offer:
Salary: salaries with annual reviews
Pension: Up to 6% contributory pension scheme
Holidays: 25 days annual leave
Training and development: We offer a wide range of learning opportunities with over 1,100 internal courses available, funding for qualifications and apprenticeships, mentoring opportunities, and a focus on internal progression
Wellbeing: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, BUPA Anytime HealthLine, wellbeing app, Simplyhealth cash plans to claim back money towards healthcare costs, 30% off at Serco-managed leisure centres
Discounts: Save across around 1,000 retailers, from food and clothing to days out, entertainment and travel
Employee networks: Dedicated networks where colleagues can come together to find support, share challenges, discuss ideas, network and be part of a community
Charity: Support a charity or organisation with a paid volunteering day each year. You can also choose to donate to your favourite charity tax-free, through our Payroll Giving Scheme
Barge Operative Role
Working pattern: Monday – Friday with occasional weekend work.
Fixed term 12 months
Location: RNB Devonport
- Plymouth
Salary: Competitive plus benefits
Reporting directly to the Barge Supervisor, this role will be located in the In-Port Naval Bases. The role will more widely integrate with the Operations team and Technical team. The key purpose of this role is to conduct barge operations within the In-Port Areas, including fuel delivery to warships and discharging fuel lubricants, ware and sullage. The role will also involve undertaking maintenance on the vessels in line with Company procedures.
Main Accountabilities:
To conduct barge operations throughout, including fuel delivery to warships within the Port of Plymouth
Partake in the maintenance of the vessels in accordance with the Company’s approved system
Maintain a safe working environment regarding Health and Safety at Work Act and Oil Pollution Regulations
Responsible for loading and discharging fuel lubricants, water and sullage
Ensure compliance with statutory regulations
To be fully aware of and capable of carrying out emergency operation of all vessel systems
To be responsible for, and assist, Base staff and sub-contractors working onboard
Be prepared to train as a barge crane driver
Communicate effectively with Customers, Management, and office staff
Health and Safety awareness
- Prepared to train so fully conversant with the operation of all barges in port.
What you will need to do the role:
Hold or able to achieve an SC clearance.
Hold a ENG1 Medical Certificate
STCW Personal Survival Techniques (PST)
STCW Fire Prevention & Fire Fighting (FPFF)
STCW Elementary First Aid (EFA)
STCW Personal Safety and Social Responsibility (PSSR)
VHF
What we offer:
Salary: salaries with annual reviews
Pension: Up to 6% contributory pension scheme
Holidays: 25 days annual leave
Training and development: We offer a wide range of learning opportunities with over 1,100 internal courses available, funding for qualifications and apprenticeships, mentoring opportunities, and a focus on internal progression
Wellbeing: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, BUPA Anytime HealthLine, wellbeing app, Simplyhealth cash plans to claim back money towards healthcare costs, 30% off at Serco-managed leisure centres
Discounts: Save across around 1,000 retailers, from food and clothing to days out, entertainment and travel
Employee networks: Dedicated networks where colleagues can come together to find support, share challenges, discuss ideas, network and be part of a community
Charity: Support a charity or organisation with a paid volunteering day each year. You can also choose to donate to your favourite charity tax-free, through our Payroll Giving Scheme
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