COURSE OVERVIEW:

Marine Operations for Offshore Projects is a comprehensive program designed for the management of complex maritime tasks in the oil, gas, and renewable energy sectors. This course examines the lifecycle of offshore operations, from the initial engineering of transportation and installation (T&I) to the final execution at sea. It provides a technical analysis of the interactions between vessels, environmental loads, and subsea infrastructure, focusing on the safe delivery of high-value offshore assets.

The scope of this training involves the detailed planning of diverse operations, including heavy lifts, pipe-laying, cable-laying, and the installation of offshore wind foundations. Participants will explore the principles of marine warranty surveying, the selection of appropriate vessels (AHTS, PSV, DSV), and the development of detailed "Method Statements" and "Task Risk Assessments." The program emphasizes the importance of the "vessel-station keeping" capabilities, ranging from traditional mooring to advanced Dynamic Positioning (DP).

Coverage includes the management of the "Weather Window," offshore logistics coordination, and the regulatory requirements for offshore health and safety. The course addresses the complexities of subsea construction, including the use of Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs) and saturation diving. By blending maritime logistics with offshore engineering, this course equips project managers and senior mariners with the expertise needed to lead offshore campaigns safely and efficiently.

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

After completion of this course, the participants will be able to:

1. Identify the key phases of offshore project planning and execution.
2. Select the appropriate vessel types for specific offshore missions.
3. Analyze environmental data to determine safe "Weather Windows."
4. Evaluate Dynamic Positioning (DP) capability plots for offshore work.
5. Develop detailed Method Statements and Task Risk Assessments.
6. Oversee heavy lift operations and subsea installation sequences.
7. Manage the logistics of offshore supply and personnel transfer.
8. Understand the role and requirements of the Marine Warranty Surveyor.
9. Execute safe anchor handling and towing operations for offshore units.
10. Manage the interface between the vessel and subsea ROV operations.
11. Implement offshore safety standards in accordance with IMCA and OPITO.
12. Coordinate multi-vessel operations in congested offshore fields.
13. Lead the offshore team through "Management of Change" (MOC) processes.

TARGET AUDIENCE:  

Offshore Project Managers, Marine Operations Supervisors, OIMs, Tow Masters, and Marine Warranty Surveyors.

TRAINING COURSE METHODOLOGY:

A highly interactive combination of lectures, discussion sessions, and case studies will be employed to maximise the transfer of information, knowledge, and experience. The course will be intensive, practical, and highly interactive. The sessions will start by raising the most relevant questions and motivating everybody to find the right answers. The attendants will also be encouraged to raise more of their questions and to share in developing the right answers using their analysis and experience. There will also be some indoor experiential activities to enhance the learning experience. Course material will be provided in PowerPoint, with necessary animations, learning videos, and general discussions.

The course participants shall be evaluated before, during, and at the end of the course.

COURSE CERTIFICATE:

National Consultant Centre for Training LLC (NCC) will issue an Attendance Certificate to all participants completing a minimum of 80% of the total attendance time requirement.