1st Offshore Construction Shift Supervisor

Join Saipem and engineer a sustainable future.

Saipem is a global leader in engineering and construction for the energy and infrastructure sectors, delivering complex onshore and offshore projects worldwide. With over 30,000 people in more than 50 countries, we drive the energy transition toward Net Zero while prioritizing safety, environmental sustainability, and inclusion.

Purpose of the Position

As 1st Offshore Construction Shift Supervisor within the Asset Based Services Business Line (ABSER) of the Offshore Operations Department, you will coordinate and supervise all construction activities on board.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate work and manpower on board for the assigned shift, ensuring efficient performance and compliance with HSE and quality procedures.
• Assist the Offshore Construction Manager with interdisciplinary coordination of all works on board.
• Supervise foremen and supervisors across construction and assembly disciplines, ensuring quality and safety standards.
• Coordinate construction activities during the shift and optimize all production phases.
• Keep the Offshore Construction Manager fully informed of potential problems and construction status.
• Liaise with the Chief Mate, 2nd Engineer, and Vessel Equipment Engineer to ensure preventive maintenance and construction activities.
• Liaise with subcontractors’ supervisors to optimize production.
• Solve coordination, priority, and interface issues between different disciplines to meet project scopes.
• Ensure the Permit‑to‑Work system for construction crew is adhered to and that daily Tool Box Talks and JSA are carried out according to procedures.
• Motivate construction crew and subcontractors regarding health, safety, and environmental awareness.
• Ensure compliance with Saipem QHSE policies and safety procedures.
• Report incidents and near‑miss events.
• Manage crane operations, including coordination with the Chief Mate for main crane movements, ROV launching, and underwater operations.
• Assist marine operations if required.
• Provide a construction report at the end of each shift.
• Assist the Vessel Field Engineer in the follow‑up of project equipment and consumables, and in the operation and monitoring of the stinger and JLT.
• Ensure the rigging gear used is within its date range and properly marked.

Qualifications

Education: Preferably a bachelor’s degree in civil, mechanical, or naval engineering.

Experience: 10–15 years of relevant experience.

Languages: Italian and English (B2/C1).

Benefits

• Permanent Contract – CCNL Energia e Petrolio.
• For overseas contracts: Basic Pay not lower than €40,000 plus overseas allowances.
• Location: Abroad. Availability to work offshore shifts required.

Equal Pay and Pay Transparency Statement

• The principle of equal pay for the same work or work of equal value.
• The pay transparency requirements set out in EU Directive 2023/970 and the relevant national implementing legislation.