Job Description

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:

o Ballast pumps, piping, and valves

o Jacking systems (rack & pinion, hydraulic elevators)

o Cranes, winches, and mooring equipment (if applicable)

· Coordinate with Chief Mechanic & Electrician for integrated repairs.

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

· Maintain rig logs, class certificates, and flag state documentation.

· Report incidents to QE, Nakilat, or vessel owner as required.

Requirements:

Qualifications & Certifications

Mandatory:

· STCW III/1 or III/2 (Chief Engineer or Second Engineer Unlimited)

· Barge Engineer Certification (or equivalent marine engineering qualification).

· 5+ years offshore experience (3+ as Barge Engineer on jackup rigs).

· Stability Software Proficiency (e.g., Loadicator, Kongsberg systems).

Qatar-Specific Requirements:

· QP/QE Safety Passport

· BOSIET/FOET with HUET (Offshore Survival & Helicopter Escape)

· Qatar Ministry of Public Health Medical Certificate

Preferred:

· Dynamic Positioning (DP) Awareness (if rig has DP-assisted positioning).

· Experience with Middle East rig operators (e.g., Gulf Drilling, Shelf Drilling).

Benefits

Expected Salary in Qatar (2025)

$ 400 / day

Additional Benefits (Qatar-Specific)

· Housing allowance (if residing in Qatar during off-rotation).

· Annual flight tickets (economy class, home country to Doha).

· Safety bonuses (for incident-free rotations).