Offshore Winch Operator – Pipelay (Azerbaijan)

About the role

Saipem, a global leader in engineering and construction for the energy and infrastructure sectors, is looking for an experienced Winch Operator for an offshore project in Azerbaijan. The role involves serving on the bridge during pipelaying operations, controlling the anchors according to the planned tracks and carrying out deck marine activities. The position requires at least three years of offshore experience as Winch Operator on moored S-Lay barges or semi-submersible pipelay vessels.

Key responsibilities

• Serve on the bridge and support pipelaying operations
• Control the anchors according to the tracks determined
• Carry out deck marine activities on deck
• Report to the Chief Mate on duty
• Manage winch operations and coordinate anchor winch control room operations, including pipelay, pipe recovery and laying down pipes, and keeping the vessel in the required position
• Manage anchor handling tug activities, deployment of anchors, buoys, chaser pennants and piggy-bank anchors, and monitor communications and anchor movements
• Handle anchor recovery in case of pennant buoy or buoy failure (chaser hook)

Required profile

• Minimum 3 years of sea experience as Winch Operator on moored S-Lay barges or semi-submersible pipelay vessels
• Experience with multi-point spread mooring systems (8, 10 or 12 points) and coordinating 10+ winches simultaneously
• Valid offshore certifications and a strong commitment to HSE standards and safe working practices
• English at minimum B1 level

Required skills

• Anchor handling: mooring analysis, anchor patterns, drawings, anchor wire catenary calculations with design software, and knowledge of anchor-handling equipment and anchor types relative to seabed conditions
• Installation and removal of mid-line buoys and yokohamas
• Permit to Work system and knowledge of main operational risks and PPE
• General maintenance and repair of the vessel (scraping, cleaning, priming and painting)

What we offer

• A comprehensive benefits package including health insurance
• Skills development, career growth and opportunities to innovate through complex challenges