Cable Operations Engineer

Operations Manager

About the Opportunity

We are supporting a specialist engineering and marine services organisation in the search for an experienced Operations Manager to lead the delivery of complex offshore infrastructure projects.

This is a senior leadership position responsible for managing project execution, vessel operations, subcontractors, and client relationships across a portfolio of marine and subsea works. The successful candidate will play a key role in driving operational performance, safety standards, and project success.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and delivery of offshore infrastructure projects, ensuring safe and efficient execution.
• Manage offshore teams, marine assets, and specialist subcontractors throughout the project lifecycle.
• Develop and maintain operational procedures, work methods, and supporting documentation.
• Build and manage relationships with subcontractors and key suppliers.
• Provide operational and technical input during tender and bid activities.
• Act as a primary point of contact for clients, maintaining strong stakeholder relationships.
• Promote a positive safety culture and ensure compliance with all relevant standards and procedures.
• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, project performance, and commercial outcomes.
• Support the development and mentoring of operational personnel.

Requirements

• Degree qualified in Engineering, Marine Studies, or a related discipline.
• Proven experience delivering subsea cable installation, cable repair, export cable, array cable, interconnector, or offshore transmission projects.
• Significant experience within offshore, marine, subsea, or offshore wind environments.
• Strong background in project and operational management.
• Experience coordinating vessels, offshore personnel, and specialist subcontractors.
• Commercial awareness with experience supporting tenders and project planning activities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong understanding of offshore operations, logistics, and project delivery environments.
• Experience managing multidisciplinary teams and client-facing project delivery activities.

What''s on Offer

• Opportunity to lead technically complex and high-profile offshore projects.
• Senior leadership role with significant influence on operational delivery and future growth.
• Combination of strategic responsibility and hands-on project involvement.
• Flexible working arrangements available.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Long-term career development opportunities within a growing and well-established organisation.

If you would like to discuss the position in more detail, please apply and a consultant will be in touch.