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Job Title:
Barge Engineer – Offshore Jackup
Location: Offshore Qatar (North Field, Halul Island, or Contracted Rigs)
Employment Type: Rotational (e.g., 28/28 or 42/21 days)
Reporting To: Offshore Installation Manager (OIM) / Rig Manager
Key Responsibilities- 1. Marine & Stability Operations
- Ensure stability and seaworthiness of the jackup rig during transit, jacking, and operational phases.
- Monitor ballast control systems, leg penetration, and seabed conditions.
- Supervise preloading operations and ensure compliance with class society rules (ABS, DNV, Lloyds).
- 2. Maintenance & Mechanical Systems
- Oversee marine systems, including:
- Ballast pumps, piping, and valves
- Cranes, winches, and mooring equipment (if applicable)
- Coordinate with Chief Mechanic & Electrician for integrated repairs.
- Oversee marine systems, including:
- 3. Regulatory & Safety Compliance
- Ensure compliance with Qatar Energy(QP) standards, IMO regulations, and Qatar Ministry of Transport requirements.
- Conduct stability calculations and maintain trim & stability booklet.
- Lead emergency drills (collision, grounding, leg failure scenarios).
- 4. Crew & Contractor Management
- Supervise deck crew, ballast control operators, and marine subcontractors.
- Liaise with Qatar Port Authorities and supply vessel crews during cargo operations.
- 5. Documentation & Reporting
- Report incidents to QE, Nakilat, or vessel owner as required.
- Housing allowance (if residing in Qatar during off-rotation).
- Annual flight tickets (economy class, home country to Doha).
- Safety bonuses (for incident‑free rotations).
- 5+ years offshore experience (3+ as Barge Engineer on jackup rigs).
- Stability Software Proficiency (e.g., Loadicator, Kongsberg systems).
- QP/QE Safety Passport
- BOSIET/FOET with HUET (Offshore Survival & Helicopter Escape)
- Qatar Ministry of Public Health Medical Certificate
- Dynamic Positioning (DP) Awareness (if rig has DP‑assisted positioning).
- Experience with Middle East rig operators (e.g., Gulf Drilling, Shelf Drilling).
- Housing allowance (if residing in Qatar during off-rotation).
- Annual flight tickets (economy class, home country to Doha).
- Safety bonuses (for incident‑free rotations).
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