Job description
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
- 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).
- 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.
- 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).
- Crew & Contractor Management
- Supervise deck crew, ballast control operators, and marine subcontractors.
- Liaise with Qatar Port Authorities and supply vessel crews during cargo operations.
- Documentation & Reporting
- Maintain rig logs, class certificates, and flag state documentation.
- Report incidents to QE, Nakilat, or vessel owner as required.
Requirements
- 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).