Offshore Marine Specialist

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Offshore Marine Specialist

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The KBR team of teams delivers future-forward science, technology and engineering solutions and mission-critical services that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most important objectives, while also helping achieve their sustainability goals. KBR Sustainable Technology Solutions provides holistic and value-added solutions across the entire asset life cycle. These include world-class licensed process technologies, differentiated advisory services, deep technical domain expertise, energy transition solutions, high-end design and engineering capabilities, and smart solutions to optimize planned and operating assets.

KBR Abu Dhabi is currently seeking an experienced Offshore Marine Specialist to support a major ADNOC project. The role will be site offshore 6/3 Rotation.

Job Purpose

The Offshore Marine Specialist is responsible for ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant marine operations in support of offshore oil & gas, renewable energy, marine construction, and subsea projects. The role provides marine expertise for vessel operations, logistics, personnel transfer, cargo handling, towing, anchoring, and offshore installation activities while maintaining compliance with international maritime regulations and company standards.

Key Responsibilities

Marine Operations

• Coordinate and supervise offshore marine activities including vessel movements, towing, anchor handling, and cargo transportation.
• Support offshore installation, construction, drilling, and maintenance operations.
• Monitor marine operations to ensure adherence to project schedules and operational requirements.
• Review and approve marine procedures, method statements, and risk assessments.

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with IMO, SOLAS, MARPOL, ISM Code, and local maritime regulations.
• Conduct marine assurance reviews and vessel audits.
• Identify operational risks and recommend mitigation measures.
• Participate in emergency response planning and incident investigations.

Vessel Management

• Evaluate vessel suitability for offshore projects.
• Liaise with vessel masters, charterers, contractors, and regulatory authorities.
• Monitor vessel performance, utilization, and operational readiness.
• Assist in vessel inspections, mobilizations, and demobilizations.

Stakeholder Coordination

• Act as the primary marine focal point between offshore installations, vessel operators, and project teams.
• Coordinate logistics related to personnel, equipment, and materials transfer.
• Support contract management and marine service procurement activities.

Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare marine operation reports, performance metrics, and incident reports.
• Maintain accurate records of marine activities and compliance documentation.
• Contribute to lessons learned and continuous improvement initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Marine Engineering, Nautical Science, Maritime Studies, Ocean Engineering, or related discipline.
• Certificate of Competency (Master Mariner, Chief Officer, Marine Engineer, or equivalent) preferred.
• Relevant offshore survival certifications such as BOSIET, HUET, and offshore medical certification.
• Valid STCW certifications.

Experience

• Minimum 17 years of marine industry experience.
• Experience supporting offshore oil & gas, marine construction, offshore wind, or subsea operations.
• Hands-on experience with offshore support vessels (OSVs), anchor handling tug supply (AHTS) vessels, construction vessels, or drilling units.
• Experience in marine assurance and vessel audits is preferred.

Technical Competencies

• Offshore marine operations management.
• Vessel suitability assessments.
• Marine risk assessment and hazard identification.
• Dynamic Positioning (DP) operations knowledge.
• Marine logistics and supply chain coordination.
• Maritime regulations and international standards.
• Emergency response and crisis management.

Soft Skills

• Strong leadership and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Problem-solving and analytical thinking.
• Ability to work in high-pressure offshore environments.
• Strong organizational and reporting skills.

Preferred Certifications

• BOSIET / FOET
• HUET
• Dynamic Positioning (DP) Awareness
• ISM Internal Auditor
• NEBOSH or equivalent HSE certification
• IMCA-related training and certifications

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Marine operational safety performance.
• Regulatory compliance and audit results.
• Vessel utilization and operational efficiency.
• Incident and near-miss reduction.
• Project delivery support and operational uptime.