Lead, Subsea Operations

About the role

The Lead, Subsea Operations is responsible for ensuring all manned and unmanned subsea activities comply with international codes, classification societies, flag state and local regulations, as well as company procedures. The role drives a robust vetting and monitoring programme to minimise risk across subsea operations.

Key responsibilities

• Establish and maintain an incident‑free environment by promoting a strong HSE culture and leading subsea incident investigations.
• Support budget management and cost‑efficiency initiatives in line with the Head of Marine & Subsea.
• Act as the company Subsea Technical Review Panel (TRP) representative, setting standards and approving technical deviations.
• Implement and monitor compliance with CMS rules, classification society requirements and industry best practices for personnel, equipment and operations.
• Oversee a comprehensive vetting and assurance programme for all subsea personnel and equipment.
• Manage contractor compliance through effective contract administration and technical evaluation support.

Required profile

• Proactive and highly organised with strong problem‑solving abilities.
• Deep understanding of underwater and subsea operations, including relevant regulations and standards.
• Excellent communication skills to coordinate across stakeholders and resolve issues promptly.
• Experience supervising offshore contractors and managing multiple contracts.

Required skills

• Knowledge of international subsea codes, classification societies and flag‑state regulations.

What we offer

• Opportunity to lead critical subsea operations within a leading oil company.
• Engagement with multidisciplinary teams and high‑visibility projects.