SPS Engineering and Technical Lead Service

SeaOwl Group; Paris; Hybrid; EUR 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

SeaOwl Group is seeking a highly experienced SPS Project Lead to drive all engineering and technical activities for the GranMorgu SPS package. You will lead cross-functional teams, ensure H3SE and ethical standards, and coordinate with HQ and Contractors to maintain compliance and timely project delivery.

The role requires English and French proficiency, 20+ years of experience, and a strong track record in complex offshore and onshore SPS projects, with periodic international missions and a

Qualifications

• Extensive SPS engineering and technical experience in TotalEnergies projects.
• English and French language proficiency.
• 20+ years of professional experience.
• At least 10 years within a project.

Responsibilities

• Lead all engineering and technical activities for the SPS package on the GranMorgu Project, Suriname.
• Ensure H3SE, ethics and anti-corruption requirements are applied across SPS activities.
• Coordinate with HQ specialists and Contractors to align SPS documentation and deviations.
• Ensure readiness of SPS equipment for onshore and offshore operations and interfaces with other packages.

Skills

SPS engineering

Project leadership

Regulatory compliance

H3SE awareness

Job description

Description

Mission

The Service Holder will lead all engineering and technical activities for the SPS package on the GranMorgu Project, Block 58, Suriname.

Activities

• Adopt and demonstrate exemplary behaviour regarding H3SE, implement H3SE rules and requirements within the area of responsibility, and comply with H3SE training requirements for the position.
• Adopt and demonstrate exemplary behaviour regarding Company Ethics and the “Code of Conduct” policy, and promote and enforce the Anti-Corruption Program in force.
• Remain informed of SPS-related Company Rules and Specifications (CRs/GSs), international norms and standards, and identify all applicable requirements for the Suriname SPS package.
• Identify and coordinate any study or survey requested for SPS engineering, construction, fabrication, testing and installation activities.
• Define, develop, issue and maintain all necessary engineering and technical documentation related to the Suriname SPS package. Support and participate in developing and maintaining the Project Management main documents (SOR, FDP, PEP, PQP, Risks, etc.) for SPS matters.
• Ensure that engineering, fabrication, construction, testing, qualification, pre-commissioning and commissioning aspects are suitably addressed during the different engineering phases by timely reviewing, or arranging the review of, and validating relevant SPS documentation issued by Contractors (technical documentation, queries and derogation requests).
• Follow and coordinate alignment with HQ specialists and other entities involved with the SPS package on any deviation from applicable requirements affecting SPS equipment during engineering and execution phases.
• Ensure HSE&Q issues are correctly addressed in all SPS technical documentation. Raise comments and highlight deviations and unacceptable or unjustified design choices that could affect SPS equipment during fabrication, installation or production.
• Ensure appropriate supervision and control of the fabrication and testing of SPS equipment across several fabrication yards, ensuring QA/QC and H3SE project policies and requirements are implemented and monitoring Contractors’ achievements against contractual requirements.
• Ensure readiness of all SPS equipment for onshore and offshore operations with relevant SPS package members, interfacing with other packages, including D&C (Drilling & Completion), UFR (Umbilical, Flowlines and Risers) and Field Operations.
• Participate in project reviews as requested by the TotalEnergies referential (PR, DER, CSPP, etc.).
• Ensure adequate and timely reporting to the SPS Manager, including consolidated reports, concerns and issues.
• Track variation requests against the initial SPS scope awarded and assist the SPS Package Manager and PCM with assessment and decision-making.
• Assist the SPS Manager, as requested, with relations with the Concessionaire and Partners regarding SPS engineering and technical matters; prepare for and participate in workshops and committee meetings with Partners and the Concessionaire as required.
• Ensure confidentiality of all SPS documentation produced, whatever its support.
• Gather lessons learned, provide feedback to other TotalEnergies E&P entities as required, and participate in project close-out activities and reporting.

Project context

In October 2024, TotalEnergies announced the Final Investment Decision for the GranMorgu development on Block 58 in Suriname. This deep offshore oil project aims to develop nearly 700 million barrels of reserves, with the FPSO unit expected to start production in 2028. The multidisciplinary GranMorgu project team, managed by TotalEnergies E&P, coordinates development studies to optimize reserves, schedule, costs and GHG emissions while maintaining high technical quality and H3SE standards. GranMorgu exemplifies TotalEnergies’ transition strategy, focusing on economic and social impact in Suriname and minimizing greenhouse gas emissions.

As a flagship project for TotalEnergies, GranMorgu requires support to enhance its reputation and awareness.

Duration and location

• Start date: ASAP
• Duration: 1 year minimum to 4 years
• Renewable: Yes
• Locations: Paris, France, with periodic missions to support operations in Paramaribo, Suriname, and at SPS Contractor factories worldwide.
• Status: Resident

Qualifications and experience required

• Qualification: High experience, engineering and technical expertise in Deep and Shallow Water SPS projects.
• Languages: English and French.
• Professional experience: At least 20 years.
• Experience within project: At least 10 years.

Other observations

Extensive SPS engineering and technical experience in TotalEnergies projects is expected.