Job Description
Offshore Installation Manager -Export & Array Cables for a major offshore wind developer based in Scotland\n\nResponsibilities.\n\nLead the execution delivery for Transport & Installation (T&I) campaign of export cables, including load-out, transport, cable laying, burial, pull-ins, and termination/testing.\nLead and coordinate offshore installation teams and contractor personnel on cable lay vessels, trenching vessels, and support craft.\nOversee the safe marine transport of cables and equipment from storage/load-out ports to the offshore site, ensuring compliance with handling procedures and marine warranty requirements.\nEnsure the T&I contractor executes the works in line with the Installation Procedure, method statements, risk assessments, and project schedule.\nProactively secure interfaces to related work packages to de-risk package scope.\nMonitor marine coordination, DP operations, and vessel performance throughout all offshore operations.\nManage interface and sequencing with other offshore scopes (e.g., foundations, offshore substations, array cables).\nUphold and enforce HSE standards, including Permit to Work (PTW), toolbox talks, emergency drills, and incident reporting.\nDrive progress tracking and reporting (daily progress reports, KPI monitoring, HSE reporting) to the onshore execution team.\nSupport offshore readiness reviews, walk-to-work (W2W) planning, weather windows assessments, and marine operations planning.\nBe accountable for offshore execution risk management and mitigation measures in line with the project risk register. \n\nRequirements\n\nSignificant experience in offshore wind farm installation, particularly in export cable transport and installation (T&I).\nProven track record as an Offshore Installation Manager, Cable Package Rep, or similar offshore leadership role.\nCertified for offshore work: BOSIET / GWO, OGUK / ENG1 medical, and relevant STCW or marine safety certifications.\nStrong technical knowledge of subsea cable handling, vessel operations (DP2/DP3), and marine logistics.\nFamiliar with marine warranty surveyor (MWS) requirements, load-out operations, and offshore project documentation.\nSolid understanding of HSE regulations, CDM, LOLER, PUWER, and environmental controls.\nEffective communicator and leader with excellent organizational and coordination skills.\nWillingness to work on a rotational offshore schedule (e.g., 2 weeks on / 2 weeks off).\nDegree or equivalent qualification in Engineering, Marine Operations, or a related technical discipline is a plus