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Job Title: Offshore Piling Hand
Location: Dublin, Ireland (Offshore Operations)
Employment Type: Full-Time / Contract
Salary: Competitive, based on experience + offshore allowance
Start Date: Immediate or ASAP
Company Overview:
Join a leading marine and civil engineering contractor with a strong presence across the UK and Ireland. The company is known for delivering complex offshore infrastructure projects safely and efficiently. With several high-profile projects underway, we're expanding our skilled workforce and currently seeking experienced Offshore Piling Hands to join our dynamic team operating out of Dublin.
Job Description:
As an Offshore Piling Hand, you will be a key member of the offshore construction team, responsible for supporting the safe and effective installation of piling operations in marine environments. You'll work closely with riggers, crane operators, and engineers to ensure all piling activities are completed to high standards and within project timelines.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist in the setup, operation, and maintenance of piling rigs and associated equipment offshore
Support pile driving and extraction activities
Follow precise instructions from supervisors and engineers on site
Carry out rigging, slinging, and load-handling duties as required
Ensure strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental standards
Conduct routine inspections and report equipment issues or hazards
Maintain accurate records of daily activities and equipment use
Requirements:
Prior experience in offshore or marine piling operations essential
Valid certifications
Knowledge of marine safety procedures and heavy lifting operations
CPCS or equivalent construction safety training preferred
Physically fit and capable of working in demanding offshore conditions
Ability to work in a team and follow instructions with a safety-first attitude
Willingness to work away for 2 week periods
Desirable:
Experience working on jack-up barges or similar platforms
Crane or lifting certification (e.g., CPCS, NPORS, or equivalent)
What We Offer:
Competitive day rates plus offshore and travel allowances
Work on landmark infrastructure
Supportive and safety-focused working environment
Barker Ross Group values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.
For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
