Anchor Foreman

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title

Anchor Foreman

Reporting To

Barge Superintendent / Marine Supervisor / Offshore Construction Manager

Location

Offshore, Abu Dhabi, UAE

Job Purpose

To supervise and execute anchoring and mooring operations for offshore barges, jack-up units, and floating vessels, ensuring all anchor handling activities are carried out safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with ADNOC marine standards, approved procedures, and HSE requirements.

Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities

Anchoring & Mooring Operations

• Supervise all anchoring, anchor handling, and mooring activities for barges and offshore vessels.
• Ensure correct deployment, tensioning, repositioning, and recovery of anchors in accordance with approved anchor patterns and marine procedures.
• Coordinate with marine spread, tug masters, and deck crews during anchor operations.

Marine Safety & HSE Compliance

• Ensure compliance with ADNOC HSEMS, Marine Assurance requirements, and Life Saving Rules.
• Conduct toolbox talks, Job Safety Analyses (JSA), and risk assessments for anchoring activities.
• Ensure Permit to Work (PTW) and SIMOPS requirements are strictly followed.
• Monitor weather, sea state, and marine conditions affecting anchor operations.

Equipment & Technical Control

• Ensure anchors, winches, wires, chains, shackles, and rigging equipment are inspected and certified prior to use.
• Monitor anchor tensions and line integrity during operations.
• Identify and report equipment defects or unsafe conditions.

Crew Supervision

• Supervise anchor handling crews and deck personnel during operations.
• Ensure crew competency and compliance with marine safety procedures.
• Coordinate closely with crane operators, winch operators, and barge personnel.

Reporting & Coordination

• Maintain anchoring activity records and daily marine reports.
• Report operational status, risks, and incidents to Barge Superintendent or Marine Supervisor.
• Support audits, inspections, and ADNOC marine assurance reviews.

Emergency & Incident Response

• Act promptly in case of anchor line failure, equipment malfunction, or adverse marine conditions.
• Support emergency response actions and incident investigations.

Minimum Qualifications

• Technical Diploma or equivalent marine/offshore qualification.
• Valid offshore safety and marine certifications as required by ADNOC.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 8–12 years experience in offshore anchoring and marine operations.
• Proven experience as Anchor Foreman on offshore construction barges or floating vessels.
• Experience in ADNOC offshore fields or Middle East offshore projects is strongly preferred.

Technical Skills & Knowledge

Technical Competencies

• Offshore anchoring and mooring operations
• Anchor handling procedures and equipment
• PTW and SIMOPS management
• Marine risk assessment and safety controls
• ADNOC marine and offshore standards

Knowledge

• Marine safety and emergency response procedures
• Weather and sea condition assessment
• Rigging, wire ropes, and load management
• Incident reporting and investigation processes

Core Competencies

• Strong safety awareness and marine discipline
• Effective communication and team supervision
• Situational awareness and risk management
• Ability to work under offshore operational pressure
• Leadership and accountability

Authority & Accountability

• Authorized to supervise anchoring operations within approved marine procedures.
• Accountable for safe and compliant execution of anchoring activities.
• Responsible for ensuring crew safety and equipment integrity during operations.

HSE Responsibilities

• Demonstrate visible commitment to HSE during all anchoring operations.
• Ensure compliance with ADNOC HSE and marine policies.
• Promote continuous improvement in offshore marine safety.