Barge Foreman – Marine EPC Project

Job Description:
Barge Foreman – Marine EPC Project (Qatar)

Position Overview:

The
Barge Foreman
will oversee all marine construction and offshore operations from a barge/vessel fora large-scale Marine EPC project in Qatar. This leadership role requires strong technical knowledge of marine construction, safety compliance, and crewmanagement to ensure efficient execution of subsea installation, dredging,piling, or pipelay operations.

• Barge Operations Management
• Supervise daily barge activities(loading/unloading, anchoring, positioning, and stability).
• Coordinate with
  Marine Superintendents, Dive Teams, and Engineers
  to execute project plans.
• Ensure proper maintenance of barge equipment(cranes, winches, mooring systems).

• Construction Supervision
• Oversee
  pipelay, piling, dredging, or structure installation
  from the barge.
• Manage
  crane operations, rigging, and material handling
  safely.
• Monitor
  weather conditions
  and implement contingency plans.

• HSE & Compliance
• Enforce
  Qatar maritime laws, IMCA, andcompany QHSE policies
  .
• Conduct
  daily toolbox talks, risk assessments (JSA), and emergency drills
  .
• Maintain
  barge logbooks, incident reports, and inspection records
  .

• Crew & Subcontractor Management
• Lead
  barge crew (deckhands, operators,welders)and ensure productivity.
• Liaise with
  client representatives,surveyors, and third-party inspectors
  .

Qualifications &

Experience:

• Certifications:
• STCW certifications (Marine/Offshore Safety).
• OPITO/BOSIET (for offshore work).
• 10+ years in marine construction , with5+ years as Barge Foreman/Supervisor
  .
• GCC/Middle East experience (preferred).
• Familiarity with
  pipelay, piling, orheavy lift barges
  .

• Housing/allowance
• Flights
• Medical insurance
• Bonus potential