Job Title



Deck Crew (Scaffolder) (Offshore FPSO)



Location



Floating Production Storage and Offloading (FPSO) – Offshore

Employment Type



Rotation-Based Offshore Assignment (e.g., 21/21 or 28/28 rotation)

Job Purpose



The Deck Crew (Scaffolder) is responsible for the safe erection, modification, inspection, maintenance, and dismantling of scaffolding structures onboard the FPSO to provide safe access for maintenance, inspection, construction, and operational activities. In addition to scaffolding duties, the role supports general deck operations, cargo handling, structural preservation, and marine logistics as directed by the Deck Lead. All work is performed in accordance with Company HSSEQ standards, scaffold safety procedures, and applicable offshore regulations.

Key Responsibilities



Scaffolding Operations

Structural Access Support

Inspection & Maintenance

Deck Operations Support

Lifting & Material Handling

HSSEQ Responsibilities

Documentation

Team Support



Qualifications:



Essential



• Secondary School Certificate or equivalent.
• Recognised Scaffolding Trade Qualification or Competency Certificate (e.g., CISRS, OPITO, SAIA, or equivalent recognised offshore scaffolding certification).
• Offshore survival certification (e.g., BOSIET/FOET or equivalent).
• Valid Offshore Medical Certificate.

Preferred



• Advanced Scaffolder certification.
• Working at Heights certification.
• Banksman & Slinger certification.
• Basic Rigging certification.

Experience



Essential



• Minimum 3–5 years experience as an industrial or offshore Scaffolder.
• Previous offshore experience on an FPSO, offshore production platform, drilling rig, or offshore support vessel.
• Experience erecting scaffolding in hazardous industrial environments.
• Experience supporting maintenance and shutdown campaigns.

Preferred



• Experience with system scaffolding (e.g., Layher, Cuplok, Ringlock, or equivalent).
• Experience supporting confined space and elevated work activities.
• Experience in offshore structural maintenance projects.

Knowledge



• Industrial and offshore scaffolding systems
• Working at Height regulations
• Scaffold inspection and tagging procedures
• Scaffold load classifications
• Basic rigging and lifting practices
• Permit to Work (PTW) systems
• Hazard identification and risk assessment
• Fall protection systems
• Offshore HSSEQ standards
• Marine deck operations

Working Conditions



• Offshore rotational assignment (typically 21/21 or 28/28).
• 12-hour day/night shifts with additional support during shutdowns and maintenance campaigns.
• Frequent work at height, in confined spaces, and on exposed decks.
• Exposure to offshore weather, marine conditions, heavy lifting, noise, vibration, and hazardous (Ex) areas.
• Mandatory use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), including fall-arrest systems and other task-specific safety equipment.

Typical Certifications



• Recognised Offshore Scaffolder Certification (e.g., CISRS, OPITO, SAIA, or equivalent)
• BOSIET / FOET
• Offshore Medical Certificate
• Working at Heights
• HS Awareness / Escape
• Permit to Work (PTW) Awareness
• Banksman & Slinger (preferred)
• Basic Rigging (preferred)
• Fall Protection / Harness User Training
• Manual Handling
• Basic First Aid
• Fire Awareness / Basic Fire Fighting

Location: Walvis Bay and Lüderitz



Closing Date: 31/7/2026