Offshore Installation Specialist (submarine Cable Installation)

United Arab Emirates, United Arab Emirates

Job Description



Summary of Job Function

The incumbent will work within the Transmission, Distribution and Renewables team to support projects and clients around the globe, along with representing SNC Lavalin\xe2\x80\x99s interests in further expansion and success in the TD&R industry.

Principal Activities, Duties and Responsibilities

Provision of offshore installation expertise to global projects. This will include, but not necessarily be limited to, high voltage submarine cables, cable protection systems, subsea rock installation, subsea trenching and dredging, mattresses, diver operations, and landfall approaches and installations. Provision of onshore installation expertise for the laying and protection of HV land cable systems and their accessories, including, terminations, transition jointing, duct banks and trenches. Supporting SNC Lavalin Owner\xe2\x80\x99s Engineer and Project Management teams in the successful delivery of high voltage cable projects globally, both onshore and offshore. Supporting and performing cable, structure installation, and protection design reviews in accordance with contract specifications, and technical query response and coordination. Supporting and performing installation readiness oversight, documentation review, vessel audits, ancillary equipment testing, and installation aid fabrication and delivery oversight. Supporting and witnessing installation testing, vessel and installation spread trials, equipment trials, and other pre-execution tests as necessary. Provision of support to client teams through successful relationships, including technical support to commercial processes, workshops, construction planning, and reviews. Provision of technical expertise for the resolution of disputes, change processes, and contractor claims. Provision of oversight of various offshore contractors (cable installers and OEMS, EPC contractors, suppliers, etc.) to ensure compliance with contract specifications. Supporting and performing feasibility and concept level studies for future cable projects. Technical writing of scope and specification documents, and cost estimating. Supporting and performing schedule and master document register reviews, and other key project management documentation. Supporting and participating in HIRA, HAZOP, constructability, operability, and pertinent risk reviews as necessary. Acting as owner\xe2\x80\x99s engineer at various owner, supplier, contractor facilities, and onshore and offshore construction sites. Acting with the utmost integrity and adherence to safety and environmental requirements, while providing excellence of representation on behalf of SNC Lavalin, at all times.

Education

Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s Degree (or technical equivalent) in Engineering from a recognized university

Professional Engineering Designation within UAE

Experience

A minimum of 10 years of proven industry experience in the technical delivery and execution oversight/management of major offshore installation projects in oil and gas or offshore high voltage sector

Previous working experience in HV cable system projects is considered an asset

Previous working experience in the laying of HV Cables or SURF, is considered a requirement.

Previous working experience in subsea protection systems including rock installation, trenching and/or dredging, is a asset.

Previous working experience in subsea protection systems is considering an asset

Previous experience working and overseeing projects on offshore installation vessels is a requirement (HV Cables, SURF, or other similar vessels)

Onshore cable installation experience is considered an asset

Working knowledge and understanding of high voltage cable systems

Strong working experiencing with overseeing major international contractors in construction, testing, installation, fabrication, and manufacturing

Strong working knowledge of installation analysis tools and methods

Strong knowledge of offshore marine industry best practices, global methods, and codes and standards

Understanding of engineering processes and management systems on major projects

Special Skills, Job Requirements, Working Conditions

Fluency in reading/writing English is mandatory

Ability to travel regularly to project offices and job sites (approximately 25% of working hours)

Team player while possessing excellent leadership skills

Structured, methodical, process driven problem-solving ability

Strong facilitation skills

Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively interact with a variety of clients, personnel and other industry participants, both external and internal

Highly skilled in effectively managing multiple tasks, under pressure and within time constraints

Proven track record of delivery and achieving deadlines in project environment

Knowledge of quality principals is considered an asset

Rewards & Benefits

We offer an excellent package which includes:

o A competitive salary

o Transportation allowance

o 21 calendar days annual leave

o Medical insurance cover

o Company gratuity scheme

o Discretionary bonus scheme

o Annual flight allowance to point of origin

o Employee Assistance Program \xe2\x80\x93 24 hour free advice on financial, legal and family care specialists and also access to personal health, fitness and nutrition consultants.

SNC-Lavalin Projects and O&M Services is a business unit of SNC-Lavalin Group. We provide a full range of project management, programme management, construction management, engineering services, consulting services and operation and maintenance services across the MENA region. Active in the Middle East for over 40 years, we have offices in the Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Oman, and Egypt. for transportation and other infrastructure programmes.

Founded in 1911, SNC-Lavalin is a global fully integrated professional services and project management company and a major player in the ownership of infrastructure. From offices around the world, SNC-Lavalin\'s employees are proud to build what matters. Our teams provide comprehensive end-to-end project solutions \xe2\x80\x93 including PPP, capital investment, consulting, design, engineering, construction, sustaining capital and operations and maintenance to international clients. On July 3, 2017, SNC-Lavalin acquired Atkins, one of the world\'s most respected design, engineering and project management consultancies.

Worker Type Employee

Job Type Regular

At SNC-Lavalin, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1520590
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    United Arab Emirates, United Arab Emirates
  • Education
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