Job description

The Anchor Foreman is responsible for supervising anchor placement and movement during barge setup and pipe-laying activities.

Support the Barge Foreman in preparing the barge for operations at the worksite.
Get anchors, pennant wires, and assorted buoys ready during barge mobilization.
Inspect the mooring arrangement of the barge, including anchor winches and anchor wires, and share observations with the Barge Foreman.
Lay out anchor locations based on the approved anchor plan; where no plan is available, coordinate the planning and marking of positions with senior team members.
Track barge positioning while anchors are relocated on the seabed with Anchor Handling Tugs (AHTS) so the vessel remains correctly aligned throughout the lay process.
Escalate accidents, incidents, and near-miss events to senior staff for review and follow-up.
Oversee tower operations, including running anchors and managing barge movement on anchors.
Keep anchor-handling records and related documentation updated according to vessel procedures.
Regularly inspect anchors, buoys, and pennant wires, and confirm anchor placement once the barge is in service.
Assist the Barge Foreman with deck work whenever anchor-related tasks are limited.
Follow section rules, company procedures, the Policy of Integrity, the Code of Conduct, and all HSE requirements.

A Secondary School Certificate plus a trade- or discipline-related technical qualification, or an equivalent credential, is required.

Applicants should have at least 10 years of relevant experience in a comparable industry.

Strong written and verbal English communication.
Familiarity with standard offshore safety training requirements.
Working knowledge of HSEMS, environmental awareness, hazardous materials awareness, and waste handling.
Hands-on experience with hand tools and power tools.
Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team.
Strong attention to detail.

Anchor Foreman