Diving Supervisor (Offshore)

Location: Offshore, UAE
Employment Type: Full-Time Offshore Rotation
Rotation: 60 Days On / 30 Days Off

We are seeking an experienced and safety-focused Diving Supervisor to oversee offshore air diving operations in compliance with IMCA, HSE, and client-specific standards. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and supervising diving activities while ensuring the safety of diving personnel, equipment integrity, and operational excellence throughout all offshore projects.

Key Responsibilities
  • Supervise and control all offshore air diving operations.
  • Ensure diving activities are conducted in accordance with IMCA, AODC, HSE, and company procedures.
  • Conduct pre-dive briefings, toolbox talks, and risk assessments.
  • Verify diver competence, medical fitness, and certification validity before deployment.
  • Manage dive teams and ensure clear communication between divers, vessel crew, and client representatives.
  • Monitor diving operations from the air control panel and maintain accurate dive records.
  • Ensure all diving equipment is inspected, certified, and maintained in operational condition.
  • Implement Permit-to-Work (PTW) systems and SIMOPS requirements.
  • Coordinate emergency response procedures and hyperbaric evacuation plans when required.
  • Prepare daily dive reports, incident reports, and project documentation.
  • Liaise with clients, marine personnel, and project management teams to ensure safe and efficient operations.
  • Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with company HSE policies.
Required Qualifications Essential Certifications
  • Valid IMCA Air Diving Supervisor Certificate
  • Air Diving Supervisor Training Certificate
  • IMCA Module 2 Certification
  • HSE Part 1 (or equivalent recognized qualification)
  • Valid Offshore Medical Certificate
  • Valid Offshore Survival/BOSIET Certificate
Experience
  • Minimum 8 years' experience within the offshore diving industry.
  • Minimum 5 years' offshore diving experience as a Diver.
  • Minimum 3 years' experience as an Offshore Air Diving Supervisor.
  • Minimum 200 documented hours as a Trainee Supervisor on an Air Control Panel.
  • Experience working onboard:
    • Dive Support Vessels (DSV)
    • Construction Barges
    • Offshore Support Vessels
Technical Competencies Candidates should demonstrate strong knowledge and practical experience in:
  • IMCA Codes of Practice
  • Offshore Air Diving Operations
  • Diving Safety Management Systems
  • Dynamic Positioning (DP) Operations
  • Permit-to-Work Systems
  • SIMOPS Management
  • Hyperbaric and Emergency Procedures
  • Risk Assessment and Job Safety Analysis (JSA)
  • HSE Compliance and Incident Investigation
  • Diving Equipment Inspection and Certification Requirements
Key Skills & Attributes
  • Strong leadership and team management abilities
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Sound decision-making under pressure
  • High commitment to safety and operational excellence
  • Ability to work in demanding offshore environments
  • Strong organizational and reporting skills
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