Marine Operations Superintendent - ADNOC Group - Abu Dhabi, UAE

ADNOC Abu Dhabi UAE; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 446,000 - 580,000; Full time

Job summary

ADNOC Group in Abu Dhabi seeks a Marine Operations Superintendent to lead and supervise offshore rig and barge movements, ensuring safe, compliant execution across ADNOC Offshore concessions. You will coordinate tug and AHTS support, mooring operations, and weather assessments to maintain operational readiness.

The ideal candidate brings 15+ years in marine offshore ops, 4+ years in senior vessel roles, and ADNOC regulatory familiarity.

Qualifications

• 15 years of marine offshore operations experience, including tug master experience.
• At least 4 years of senior-level offshore vessel operations experience.
• Proven expertise in offshore towage, pilotage, and positioning of jack-up rigs and barges.
• Experience with mooring vessels, AHTS vessels, and offshore jack-up units.
• Strong knowledge of ADNOC Offshore operational areas and regulatory requirements.
• Completion of ADNOC Offshore approved training scheme targeted to the role.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and supervise jack-up rigs and barge movements.
• Coordinate marine offshore operations including diving vessels, mooring vessels, AHTS, tugboats, and rig movers.
• Communicate with drilling and maintenance teams regarding rig/barge move schedules.
• Prepare and submit documentation for jack-up moves, including location certificates.
• Monitor marine spread availability and coordinate with shipping for readiness.
• Supervise contracted vessels to ensure safety and performance standards.
• Raise alerts on conflicting schedules to minimize delays and risks.
• Liaise with weather services to assess conditions and outlook trends.
• Maintain accurate documentation and reporting on rig/barge moves.
• Ensure achievement of SLAs and KPIs related to marine operations.

Skills

Offshore operations management

Rig and barge positioning

Tug and AHTS coordination

Maritime safety

Weather assessment

Education

Masters Mariner Certificate of Competency STCW II/2

Bridge Watch Officer Certificate STCW II/1

Marine science qualification

Job description

Marine Operations Superintendent - ADNOC Group - Abu Dhabi, UAE

Position Overview

Marine Operations Superintendent in Abu Dhabi, UAE leads offshore rig and barge movement planning and supervision for ADNOC Group's offshore oil and gas operations. This role ensures safe, efficient, and compliant execution of jack‑up rig positioning, marine coordination, and offshore support activities across ADNOC Offshore concession areas within the Oil & Energy sector.

Country: UAE
City: Abu Dhabi
Industry: Oil & Energy
Function: Naval Architecture-Marine Engineering
Salary: 40000-52000 monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full‑time

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and supervise jack‑up rigs and barge movements in ADNOC Offshore concession areas.
• Coordinate marine offshore operations including diving vessels, mooring vessels, AHTS, tugboats, and rig movers.
• Communicate regularly with drilling and maintenance teams regarding planned rig and barge move schedules.
• Prepare and submit required documentation for jack‑up move operations, including location approval certificates.
• Monitor marine spread availability and coordinate with shipping to ensure operational readiness.
• Supervise contracted vessels engaged in field operations to ensure compliance with safety and performance standards.
• Raise alerts on conflicting rig or barge move schedules to minimize lost time, production delays, and safety risks.
• Liaise with weather forecasting services to assess conditions and operational outlook trends.
• Maintain accurate documentation and reporting systems related to rig and barge moves.
• Ensure achievement of service level agreements and KPIs related to marine operations support.
• Prepare operational reports on field moorings and jack‑up movements.

Ideal Profile

• Masters Mariner Certificate of Competency STCW 95 II/2 and relevant amendments.
• Bridge Watch Officer Certificate of Competency STCW 95 II/1 or equivalent academic qualification in Marine Science.
• Minimum 15 years of marine offshore operations experience, including tug master experience preferred.
• At least 4 years of senior‑level offshore vessel operations experience.
• Proven expertise in offshore towage, pilotage, and positioning of jack‑up rigs and barges.
• Experience with mooring vessels, AHTS vessels, and offshore jack‑up units.
• Strong knowledge of ADNOC Offshore operational areas and regulatory requirements.
• Completion of ADNOC Offshore approved training scheme targeted to the role.

Skills Set

• Offshore marine operations management
• Jack‑up rig and barge positioning
• Tug and AHTS vessel coordination
• Mooring and offshore field operations
• Marine safety and compliance
• Weather and marine condition assessment
• Documentation and reporting control
• Oil and gas offshore logistics planning

Why Join Us

• Lead complex offshore marine operations within Abu Dhabi's major oil and gas concessions.
• Work with a globally recognized energy and maritime logistics organization.
• Competitive senior‑level compensation and long‑term career stability.
• Exposure to large‑scale offshore exploration, production, and development projects.
• Strong focus on safety, operational excellence, and sustainability in marine operations.

About the Company

ADNOC Group is a leading integrated energy company headquartered in Abu Dhabi, UAE. Through its offshore and maritime operations, ADNOC supports exploration, development, and production activities across the region. With world‑class assets and a strong commitment to safety, innovation, and environmental responsibility, ADNOC continues to strengthen its leadership position in the global Oil & Energy industry.