Lead Barge/Vessel Client Representative - UAE National only-Abu Dhabi, UAE

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Location

Abu Dhabi, UAE / Offshore

Sector

Oil & Gas / Offshore Marine Services

Job Purpose

To represent the project management team during offshore installation campaigns and act as the focal point for contractual, construction, marine, safety, and operational matters on offshore construction vessels and barges. We are seeking experienced Marine Consultancy Services Professionals to support offshore marine operations, inspections, engineering reviews, diving supervision, and vessel/barge representation activities for major offshore oil and gas projects. These roles require strong offshore experience, solid understanding of marine safety and operational standards, and the ability to work in demanding offshore project environments. Suitable candidates will be assigned based on project needs across marine inspection, advisory, engineering, diving, and offshore construction support functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the offshore focal point for project execution and contractor interface
• Represent the project management team on all contractual and operational offshore matters
• Liaise closely with marine representatives and offshore operations teams
• Ensure approved construction procedures are strictly followed
• Coordinate and monitor contractor daily activities offshore
• Review change orders, extra works, and scope deviations, and escalate as needed
• Supervise assigned offshore site team members across marine, safety, survey, and engineering disciplines
• Prepare daily progress reports highlighting progress, risks, incidents, and recommendations
• Sign contractor daily reports and record observations where necessary
• Ensure contractor compliance with approved HSE, QA/QC, and operating procedures
• Support emergency preparedness and response planning
• Prepare close-out reports with lessons learned and final observations

• BSc in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

Experience

• Minimum 15 years of total offshore oil and gas industry experience
• Minimum 10 years of direct exposure to offshore construction and installation projects
• Strong experience with jackets, decks, bridges, subsea cables, pipelines/risers, hook-up/tie-ins, pre-commissioning, and commissioning
• Experience gained on offshore construction vessels and barges, including self-elevating units and derrick/lay barges
• Strong knowledge of offshore construction practices, marine regulations, QA/QC, welding/coating, anchor handling, survey/navigation, pipe laying, cable laying, riser installation, and commissioning procedures
• Good understanding of international safety codes and offshore HSE requirements
• Fluency in English

Successful candidates will typically demonstrate:

• Strong offshore oil and gas marine experience
• Sound knowledge of marine safety, HSE, and operational procedures
• Experience working with offshore vessels, barges, or marine construction units
• Good technical reporting and communication skills in English
• Ability to work in offshore operational environments and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams
• Strong compliance mindset and familiarity with international marine standards and best practices

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted