Anchor Foreman

Job Title: Anchor Foreman
Department: Offshore, Abu Dhabi

Job Purpose

Responsible for overseeing the positioning and management of anchors during barge setup and pipe-laying operations, ensuring safe, efficient, and accurate deployment of anchoring systems.

Principal Accountabilities

• Assist the Barge Foreman in setting up the barge at work locations.

• Prepare anchors, pennant wires, and buoys during barge mobilization.

• Inspect the barge mooring system (anchor winches, anchor wires) and report findings to the Barge Foreman.

• Plot anchor positions based on the approved anchor pattern or plan positions with senior colleague concurrence.

• Monitor barge positioning during anchor repositioning using Anchor Handling Tugs (AHTS) to ensure correct alignment throughout pipe-laying operations.

• Report accidents, incidents, and near-misses to senior colleagues for investigation.

• Operate the tower for anchor handling and manage barge movement on anchors.

• Record and maintain anchor handling documentation per vessel procedures.

• Frequently inspect anchors, buoys, and pennant wires; verify anchor positioning once the barge is operational.

• Assist the Barge Foreman with deck activities when anchor-related duties are minimal.

• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, Code of Conduct, and HSE standards.

Educational Qualifications & Certifications

• Secondary School Certificate with a discipline-specific technical qualification, or equivalent

Experience

• Minimum 10 years’ relevant experience in offshore or similar industries

Competencies

• Good written and spoken English communication skills

• Knowledge of offshore safety standards and training requirements

• Familiarity with HSEMS, environmental awareness, hazardous materials, and waste handling

• Experience using hand and power tools

• Ability to work independently or as part of a team

• Strong attention to detail