Barge Superintendent

Location: Dubai, UAE

Job Purpose

In charge of general administration and overall supervision of the barge from multiple small to mega sized projects in accordance with client and contractual requirements, ensuring safety of personnel and equipment on board the barge and efficiency of the operation.

Principal Accountabilities

• Ensure that all activities implemented on the barge are in accordance with the Barge Management Manual and all the applicable procedures and specifications for the operations.
• Function as the companys representative on the barge and communicate with the client representatives offshore and the field authorities, and the management team at base.
• Ensure that necessary clearance and work permits are obtained before mobilization and demobilization and coordinate with the base team to ensure preparedness of the barge to commence operations at site.
• Review anchor patterns, field charts, marine specifications and ensure that the barge is set up as per approved patterns.
• Monitor the barges field entry, anchor operations, stinger and stern extension installation, crane operations, and other marine spread coordination.
• In consultation with the Chief Engineer, oversee the maintenance of all equipment and machinery on the barge and recommend necessary upgrades and modifications to enhance the barges operations.
• Liaise with the fleet management and asset integrity engineer for surveys on class and other certifications.
• Attend meetings with the management to discuss general administration of the barge, installation method strategies, acquisition of additional equipment, equipment enhancement, and recruitment of additional personnel.
• Identify hazards, assess and record risks in a Risk Management Register, and find ways to mitigate such risks. Ensure all operations on the vessel are executed in a safe manner in compliance with HSE procedures.
• Compile data for various reports on barge activities and discuss the progress of work and issues with the client counterpart on board the barge.
• Work closely with the Barge Foreman, Field Engineer and the Supervisors to plan and schedule barge construction activities to ensure optimum production.
• Monitor catering services provided to barge personnel.
• Ensure that all barge personnel follow safety measures and adhere to HSE procedures during implementation of installation procedures and conduct meetings on safety, fire drills and abandon ship drills on a regular basis.
• Ensure that toolbox talks and risk assessments are carried out for the operations.
• Supervise warehousing of stores on the barge to ensure safe upkeep and maintenance of equipment and project material and effective use of available space.
• Schedule leave breaks for barge personnel, ensuring that all operations are effectively carried out all the time on the barge without impacting the safety or efficiency of the operation.
• Plan and coordinate with the base office on future schedules of the barge for upcoming projects.
• Ensure that all personnel on the barge and at base are well informed about the progress of operations, issues, future work plans and other operation related matters.
• In the event of deteriorating weather conditions, take necessary precautionary measures and prepare to abandon the work to prevent loss of life and equipment.
• Report and review cases of accidents, incidents and near-misses for further action and perform investigations as required.
• Ensure compliance in accordance with section and company policies and procedures, Policy of Integrity and Code of Conduct and HSE standards.

Educational Qualifications and Certifications

• Secondary School Certificate with a discipline-specific technical qualification, or equivalent.

Relevant Experience

• Minimum 15 years of relevant experience in offshore construction barges (jack-up and floating barges) in the oil and gas industry.

Competencies

• Knowledgeable and experienced with operations on floating and jack-up barges, common derrick crane systems, extensive and direct experience in rigging and lifting operations, anchor winch systems, engine room equipment, ballast and bilge systems, offshore construction equipment functioning, general lifting arrangements, and management of barges for operations in oil and gas construction.
• Good knowledge of industry standards of offshore oil and gas construction.
• Knowledge and understanding of all standard offshore HSE procedures, standards and training requirements.
• Knowledge of basic first aid training, HSEMS, OHSAS 18001 and LOTO procedures, hazardous material awareness, and handling of waste.
• Good written and spoken English communication skills.
• Strong commercial and contractual awareness.
• Good negotiation skills.
• Good report writing skills.
• Good organizational and leadership skills with the ability to motivate people to achieve results.
• Keen eye for detail.