Provide leadership on a pontoon, with overview and responsibility.
A supportive team
Good employment conditions
Market-based salary
About your responsibilities.
As a bargemaster you are a boatman on a pontoon and you lead the crew. You control the pontoon, plan the work and keep a close eye on progress. You maintain contact with the client about planning, implementation and any challenges on location. You also carry out minor maintenance on the pontoon and equipment, coordinate repairs and ensure a safe, neat working environment.
You actively participate on location and take initiative during toolbox meetings and safety drills. Depending on the project, you work in a day shift or according to a 24-hour schedule. On international projects, you sometimes stay abroad for several weeks, working closely with your team, the technical department and management.
Your benefits
What we offer .
- Good monthly salary with various attractive allowances and compensations
- We keep your paperwork up to date and are open to additional training opportunities.
- A supportive team
- Pension plan, holiday pay, and travel allowance are included.
What you bring.
You possess strong communication skills and naturally lead a team. You are resilient under pressure, work independently and with a customer-focused approach, and consistently deliver high-quality work. With your motivation and positive attitude, you’re also a great colleague. You have technical insight or experience in maintaining heavy machinery and are proficient in preparing reports, schedules, and timesheets. Finally, you speak and understand both Dutch and English.
Additional requirements include:
- STCW Basic Safety with 4 components: Elementary First Aid, Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting, Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities, and Personal Survival Techniques.
- Powerboat Advanced Certificate
- VHF (Basic Marine Radio Certificate)
- Seafarer medical
- Valid passport
- Seafarer’s discharge book
Apply in 4 steps.
Are you excited about a position at Abeko? Great! We like to keep the application process clear and personal. Whether you call, email, or apply through the website, we make sure you know where you stand — quickly. Below, you’ll find a step-by-step overview of the process.
Reach out
Call, email or respond via the website - whatever you are comfortable with. We will always let you know that your application has been well received.
Introduction
We will contact you to briefly go through your motivation and experience. Is there a click? Then we will schedule an interview soon.
On-site interview
You will visit our location in Beverwijk. We will get acquainted, discuss the position and you will immediately get an impression of our working atmosphere.
Get started
Like it on both sides? Then we will arrange the paperwork and you can prepare for your first day of work at Abeko.
Apply now
Interested in this job?
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