Barge Foreman
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About the Role
NMDC Energy seeks a Barge Foreman to oversee offshore construction work on barges, including pipeline laying and installation of jackets and decks in Abu Dhabi. The role supervises deck operations, ensures safety, and coordinates with teams.
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Responsibilities
- Responsible for all offshore construction work performed by the barge and control of activities engaged in laying underwater pipelines, risers, and installation of jacket, decks, etc.
- Report to Barge Superintendent/Asst. Barge Superintendent/Field Engineer for all matters of construction works and progress of the job
- Supervise all personnel on deck and ensure that work is carried out as per plan and quality work is delivered
- Supervise maintenance of the barge that includes conducting timely repairs and upgrades
- Establish or adjust work procedure to meet production schedules, using knowledge of capacities of machines and equipment
- Ensure safety for all operations performed by the barge; attend tool box talks and participate in risk assessment reviews
- Ensure implementation of approved installation procedures and revise if required with concurrence
- Monitor the work of subcontractor’s personnel and equipment and provide necessary support
- Report and review cases of accidents, incidents and near misses for investigation and further action
- Oversee deck operations and review work of other foremen and supervisors
Requirements
- Secondary School Certificate with a discipline specific Technical qualification, or equivalent
- Minimum 12 years of relevant experience in Offshore Construction Barges (Jack Up and Floating Barges), in Oil & Gas Industry
- Should be able to write and communicate in English
- Knowledge and understanding of offshore construction industry practices for installation, marine and HSE
- Knowledgeable of all aspects of offshore operations
- Good experience in managing crane operation, lifting operations and rigging works
- Knowledgeable of HSEMS, environmental awareness, hazardous material awareness and handling of waste
- Proven supervisory skills
- Good organizational and people management skills
- Committed team player with ability to motivate people to get work done
- Keen eye for details
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Job Purpose
- Responsible for all offshore construction work to be performed by the barge and control of activities engaged in laying underwater pipelines, risers, and installation of jacket, decks, etc.
- He will ensure that all deck operations on the barge are carried out safely and efficiently
Principal Accountabilities
- Report to Barge Superintendent/Asst. Barge Superintendent/ Field Engineer for all matters of construction works and progress of the job
- Supervise all personnel on deck and ensure that work is carried out as per plan and quality work is delivered
- Supervise maintenance of the barge that includes conducting timely repairs and upgrades. Coordinate with the Chief engineer/Chief mechanic of status of the equipment functionality and operational status etc.
- Establish or adjust work procedure to meet production schedules, using knowledge of capacities of machines and equipment
- Ensure safety for all operations performed by the barge. Attend tool box talks with the barge crew and participate in all the risk assessment reviews. Ensure impletion of the risk assessment outcomes
- Ensure implementation of approved installation procedures and revise the procedure, if required, with the concurrence of the Barge Superintendent/Field Engineer
- Monitor the work of subcontractor’s personnel and equipment and work closely with them to offer necessary support, as and when required. Provide feedback on their utilization and performance to the Barge supt. and the field engineer
- Report and review cases of accidents, incidents and near misses with colleagues for investigation and further action.
- Oversee the deck operations and Review the work of other foreman and supervisors to ensure that the all requirements of the operations and client specific requirement for a safe installation are met
- Compliance in accordance with section/Company policies & procedures, Policy of Integrity & Code of Conduct & HSE standards
Educational Qualifications & Certifications
- Secondary School Certificate with a discipline specific Technical qualification, or equivalent
- Minimum 12 years of relevant experience in Offshore Construction Barges (Jack Up and Floating Barges), in Oil & Gas Industry
Competencies
- Should be able to write and communicate in English. Since the job involves a lot of communication, the ability for good communication is mandatory. Should also have the ability to write brief reports
- Knowledge and understanding of offshore construction industry practices for installation, marine and HSE
- Knowledgeable of all aspects of offshore operations
- Good experience in managing crane operation, lifting operations and rigging works
- Knowledgeable of HSEMS, environmental awareness, hazardous material awareness and handling of waste
- Proven supervisory skills
- Good organizational and people management skills
- Committed team player with ability to motivate people to get work done
- Keen eye for details
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