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Job Title
Anchor Foreman Expat
Employment Type
Full Time
Experience
8 to 10 years
Salary
Negotiable
Job Published
06 November 2025
Job Reference No.
230765946

Job Description

Job Title: Anchor Foreman Expat

Location: Abu Dhabi (Expat Assignment)
Contract Type: Full-time Offshore

About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced Anchor Foreman to oversee anchor positioning during barge setup and pipe-laying operations. This role is critical for ensuring safe and efficient offshore operations in challenging environments.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist in setting up barges at work locations and during mobilization.
  • Prepare anchors, pennant wires, and buoys for barge operations.
  • Inspect and report on the condition of mooring systems, anchor winches, and wires.
  • Plot and monitor anchor positions according to approved patterns.
  • Supervise repositioning of anchors using Anchor Handling Tugs (AHTS) to maintain barge stability.
  • Operate tower systems for anchor running and barge movement.
  • Maintain documentation related to anchor handling and verify anchor positioning.
  • Support deck activities when anchor duties are minimal.
  • Ensure compliance with HSE standards and report incidents or near-misses.

Requirements:

  • Education: Secondary School Certificate with technical qualification or equivalent.
  • Experience: Minimum 10 years in offshore operations or similar industries.
  • Strong knowledge of offshore safety standards and HSE procedures.
  • Ability to use hand and power tools effectively.
  • Good written and spoken English communication skills.
  • Detail-oriented, team player, and capable of working independently.

Work Environment:

  • Offshore-based role with exposure to extreme temperatures, noise, and irregular working hours.

Kindly consider your application unsuccessful should you not be contacted with 7 working days

 

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