Job Description

Do you want to join our Geo-data revolution?
At Fugro, we're passionate about providing reliable marine assets to support our clients' projects safely and sustainably. As the plant supervisor for the WaveWalker 1, a unique non-self-propelled walking jack-up barge, you'll ensure its technical reliability and constant readiness for client or internal deployment. Based at our Bickland Office in Falmouth, you'll balance on-site supervision with strategic asset management, driving availability and compliance with UK QHSE legislation, classification society, and Flag state requirements.


What you'll do:

Oversee technical and mechanical operations of the WaveWalker 1, ensuring its the jack up barge is always deployment-ready. Develop and execute annual maintenance plans to minimise downtime and maintain availability. Manage the repair and maintenance budget, securing approvals and optimising costs. Act as the key interface between on-site maintenance teams and office-based planning to ensure operational readiness. Ensure full compliance with UK QHHSE legislation (e.g., LOLER, PUWER), classification society standards, and Flag state regulations.

Who we're looking for:

5+ years in marine engineering or asset management, with supervisory experience. Strong knowledge of jack-up barge systems / marine assets, maintenance planning, and UK QHSE legislation (e.g., LOLER 1998, PUWER 1998). Expertise in classification society (e.g., DNV, Lloyd's Register) and Flag state compliance. Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and a proactive, innovative mindset.

Why Fugro?

Be part of a global leader in marine solutions, enabling safe and efficient client projects. Enjoy a collaborative, inclusive work environment with opportunities for growth. Benefit from a competitive salary, contributory pension, and hybrid working options. Leverage extensive career and training opportunities, both nationally and internationally.

What we offer


Fugro provides a positive work environment as well as projects that will satisfy the most curious minds. We also offer great opportunities to stretch and develop yourself. By giving you the freedom to grow faster, we think you'll be able to do what you do best, better. Which should help us to find fresh ways to get to know the earth better. We encourage you to be yourself at Fugro. So bring your energy and enthusiasm, your keen eye and can-do attitude. But bring your questions and opinions too. Because to be the world's leading Geo-data specialist, we need the strength in depth that comes from a diverse, driven team.

Our view on diversity, equity and inclusion


At Fugro, our people are our superpower. Their variety of viewpoints, experiences, knowledge and talents give us collective strength. Distinctive beliefs and diverse backgrounds are therefore welcome, but discrimination, harassment, inappropriate behaviour and unfair treatment are not. Everybody is to be well-supported and treated fairly. And everyone must be valued and have their voice heard. Crucially, we believe that getting this right brings a sense of belonging, of safety and acceptance, that makes us feel more connected to Fugro's purpose 'together we create a safe and liveable world' - and to each other.


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