Bosun

Noble Offshore Drilling (UK) Ltd.

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Noble Claus Bachmann Until 8/21/2026 First posted May 2, 2026 Last posted May 2, 2026
Job description
The Bosun reports to the Marine Section Leader (MSL) and is responsible for general deck maintenance, maintenance of all life-saving, firefighting, and hullside deck machinery, and assisting the MSL as required.

Responsibilities/Duties

  • Conduct all duties as required by the company management system, bridging documents, emergency response plans, and regulatory requirements as applicable to the MODU’s area of operation.
  • Responsible for maintaining all mandatory certification for the role held, according to the company training matrix and training management system.
  • Respond to an emergency as defined by the MODU’s station bill.
  • Any ancillary duties assigned by Supervisor, Section Lead, or OIM.
  • Supervise all AB Roustabout personnel.
  • Maintain MODU hull side equipment including coating / paint fabric maintenance.
  • Perform assigned lookout / watch duties during rig moves.
  • Conduct maintenance on ballast, bulk, and other deck systems under MSL's direction.
  • Support MSL with maintenance and control of lifting equipment.
  • Participate fully in all Health, Safety and Environmental initiatives and safety programs, and in pre-tour and weekly safety meetings.
  • Perform other duties as directed.

Requirements – Required

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Minimum age: 18 years
  • Valid STCW II/5 Able Seafarer (Deck) certification
  • Completion of all training requirements as per matrix
  • Minimum 2 years experience in offshore deck operations
  • Familiarity with marine safety protocols and deck equipment

Requirements – Preferred

  • Additional supervisory or leadership training
  • Experience with company operational systems and documentation tools
  • TWIC card and passport (US only)

Working Conditions

Offshore, rotational, worldwide. Exposure to marine environments, high noise, and physical demands.

About this role

Summary

Perform deck maintenance, supervise personnel, ensure safety, support emergency response, and maintain equipment onboard.

Job title

Bosun

Experience level

2+ years

Industry

marine

Location requirements

offshore worldwide, remote possible

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

STCW II/5 Able Seafarer (Deck)high school diplomaoffshore deck experiencefamiliarity with marine safetydeck equipment

Preferred skills

supervisory trainingoperational systemsdocumentation toolsTWIC cardpassport

Specializations

deck maintenancemarine safetylifesaving equipmentdeck machineryoffshore operations
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Edificio Torres Cosmos, Panamá, Provincia de Panamá, Panama

Remote City