Boat Operator

Kibuye, RW

About ContourGlobal

ContourGlobal, a KKR company, is an established Independent Power Producer (IPP) focused on developing, acquiring, and operating electricity generation and storage assets across Europe, North and South America, with a presence in Africa and Asia. The company currently manages 5.5 GW of installed capacity across multiple technologies and asset classes, with an additional 800 MW of renewables under construction and nearly 12.6 GW under development.

ContourGlobal is accelerating the decarbonization of its portfolio and evolving into a predominantly renewable IPP, supported by long- term contracts and innovative PPAs coupled with energy management solutions that deliver value beyond market standards. As a symbol of its ongoing transformation and growth, the company recently unveiled a new brand identity, celebrating 20 years of history and embracing The Right Power Forward as its guiding purpose.

Job Summary

The Boat Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of boats & PIV used to support gas production activities within the power plant (e.g., transport of personnel, equipment, and materials offshore or floating facilities). This role ensures compliance with marine safety standards while supporting continuous plant operations.

Key Responsibilities

In his quality of Mechanical Boat Operator, the Employee shall have the following responsibilities
• Operate and navigate boats & PIV safely for transportation of personnel, tools, and materials
• Ensure safe embarkation and disembarkation of passengers
• Maintain constant communication with control room and relevant plant personnel
• Monitor weather and water conditions to ensure safe navigation
• Adhere to designated routes and operational procedures
• Assist in logistics for offshore/floating gas extraction platforms
• Support inspection, maintenance, and operational teams accessing offshore facilities
• Transport fuel, spare parts, and essential supplies as required
• Standby for emergency response and evacuation when needed
• Conduct routine inspection and basic maintenance of the boat (engine, fuel system, safety equipment)
• Ensure the vessels are clean, seaworthy, and fully operational at all times
• Report mechanical faults and coordinate repairs
• Participate in the housekeeping at both GEF and MLS
• Assist in maintenance activities as assigned by your supervisor
• Perform any other activities as may be assigned by your supervisor from time to time.

Qualifications & Skills
• Marine licensed preferred or equivalent with relevant experience
• 3 years' experience (at least 2 years' experience in power Industry).
• Basic safety training (e.g., First Aid, Fire Fighting, Sea Survival)
• Basic navigation and radio communication skills.
• Strong boat handling and navigation skills
• Knowledge of marine safety standards
• Good communication and coordination skills
• Ability to respond effectively in emergency situations
• High level of responsibility and safety awareness Actively participate & enhance teamwork.
• Keep excellent work-relationship in O&M team and with co-workers.
• Observe HSE rules and ensure their application in day-to-day activities.
• Keep excellent relationship with local community and authorities
• Familiar with CG health and safety standards and the ability to enforce company HSE standards as well as environmental management plans as required providing a safe and healthy work site

Our Values
• «We» is our greatest asset
• We respect and protect the environment
• We are doers, committed to doing things right
• We act with integrity and transparency
• We think and act like entrepreneurs

You can find here (link to be updated) more about our Purpose, Mission and Values.

Working @CG:
• We foster a culture where individuals are empowered to succeed, contribute and shape the future of sustainable energy.
• Cross-border collaboration shapes our way of working: our diverse workforce reflects the multicultural environment we embrace every day.
• We offer a competitive compensation package: we believe in meritocracy and rewarding meaningful contributions.

Interested in joining our company?

We know that skills and experience come in different forms, and we value diverse perspectives.

If you’re excited about this role but you think you still need to learn some of the required skills, we’d still love to hear from you. You are much more than your CV, so come as you are and tell us who you aspire to become! The most important skills are collaboration, respect, trustworthiness and execution. So go ahead—apply, and let’s contribute to the new energy transition together!

ContourGlobal provides equal employment opportunities and maintains a diverse workforce that reflects the rich environment of our society and the markets in which we operate.

About Contourglobal

ContourGlobal, a KKR Company, led by CEO Antonio Cammisecra, is an established Independent Power Producer (IPP) developing, acquiring, and operating electricity generation and storage assets worldwide. The company currently manages 5.3 GW of installed capacity across different power generation technologies and asset categories, with an additional 1 GW of renewables under construction and a further 9.8 GW under development.

The operational footprint of the company extends to 18 countries across Europe, Africa, Asia, North and South America. The company has committed to speed up the decarbonization of its portfolio with a sustainable transition of its thermal fleet, the repowering of existing renewable assets and the organic development of new renewable projects. ContourGlobal boasts 20 years of a strong collaboration with communities, institutions, and customers that benefit from its electricity supply through long-term contracts or innovative PPAs, coupled with energy management solutions

OUR VALUES
• «We» is our greatest asset
• We respect and protect the environment
• We are doers, committed to doing things right
• We act with integrity and transparency
• We think and act like entrepreneurs