Offshore Island Operations Lead - SIMOPS & Logistics

Penspen International Limited; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 850,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Penspen International Limited in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Senior Island Manager to lead multi-disciplinary teams across offshore island facilities for ADNOC and similar operators.

You will coordinate EPC contractors, Drilling, Logistics, and support teams, ensure HSE compliance, manage marine logistics, and drive SIMOPS planning and resource optimization.

The role requires a Marine Engineering degree and 20+ years island management experience in offshore Oil & Gas.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marine Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum 20+ years in Island management in offshore Oil & Gas.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in a similar role.
• Proven experience working on projects with ADNOC or similar major operators in the Middle East.
• Strong background in island/offshore operations, facility management, and logistics coordination.
• Experience in EPC/PMC projects, including construction, commissioning, and maintenance support.
• Hands‑on experience in marine logistics, material management, and personnel mobilization.
• Proven track record in PMC or client-side roles, especially within ADNOC or similar environments.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and communicate with all stakeholders on the Island including EPC Contractors, Drilling, Logistics, IPMT Projects and support teams.
• Serve as Incident Commander managing integrated ERP systems among EPC Contractors to ensure emergency preparedness, equipment readiness and personnel training.
• Oversee the safe and efficient operation of the Island Temporary Accommodation Camp and associated utilities: RO, STP, DEG, HVAC, Chillers, FW System and other TSF area projects.
• Ensure welfare compliance for all personnel on the Island through audits and welfare meetings.
• Manage space allocation changes for EPC Contractors, Drilling, Logistics and Projects on the existing Island plot plan.
• Ensure safe vehicle movement and transportation by managing traffic and safe passage on the Island.
• Oversee marine logistics, site access and transportation arrangements.
• Coordinate with medical personnel for any medical emergencies.
• Ensure compliance with HSE programs and waste management systems across the Island.
• Oversee harbour management and materials handling, ensuring safe implementation of marine and aviation operations.
• Provide leadership and strategic oversight for all departments and project package teams via SIMOPS.
• Lead planning and resource optimization for manpower, equipment and materials on the Island.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and operational excellence in alignment with corporate objectives.
• Conduct daily coordination meetings to enhance communication and collaboration.
• Act as the primary point of contact between the island team and headquarters project leadership.
• Establish clear communication protocols across all departments and project package teams.

Skills

Island management

Offshore operations

Logistics coordination

PMC experience

ADNOC experience

Education

Bachelor in Marine Engineering

Job description

Penspen International Limited in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Senior Island Manager to lead multi-disciplinary teams across offshore island facilities for ADNOC and similar operators.

You will coordinate EPC contractors, Drilling, Logistics, and support teams, ensure HSE compliance, manage marine logistics, and drive SIMOPS planning and resource optimization.

The role requires a Marine Engineering degree and 20+ years island management experience in offshore Oil & Gas.