SURF Interface Lead Engineer

IOTA GROUP; Greater London; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

IOTA GROUP is seeking a senior SURF interface manager to oversee all interface activities for the SURF scope in London, UK. The role requires supervising exchanges between SURF EPC and other contractors (SPS, FPSO, Drilling) and ensuring timely handover of CPI items.

The candidate should have a Master’s degree in engineering, English proficiency, and at least 10 years of experience in deepwater oil projects (EPCI in execution). Strong SURF experience with SPS and FPSO scopes is essential.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in engineering.
• English language proficiency.
• 10+ years in the same or equivalent role with deepwater oil project experience (EPCI).

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for all Interface activities related to the SURF scope.
• Supervise all interfaces exchanges between SURF EPC and other Contractors (SPS, FPSO, Drilling).
• Manage all CPI to be delivered by other parties to SURF Contractor and SURF Contractor items to be delivered to other contractors, and ensure proper handover of these items.
• Provide high standard services with regards to H3SE&Q to implement and control H3SE rules and requirements within area of responsibility.

Skills

English

Education

Master’s degree in engineering

Job description

Our client is a global multi-energy company operating large-scale refining and petrochemical facilities. It transforms crude oil into fuels and essential industrial products through highly integrated and technologically advanced operations. The organisation is recognized for its strong HSE culture, operational excellence, and commitment to reducing environmental impact. Joining the company means contributing to complex international projects within a high-performance industrial environment.

Job Description

• Be responsible for all Interface activities related to the SURF scope
• Supervise all interfaces exchanges between the SURF EPC and the other Contractors (SPS, FPSO, Drilling)
• Manage all CPI to be delivered by other parties to SURF Contractor and SURF Contractor items to be delivered to other contractors, and ensure proper and timely handover of these items between the different contractors.
• To provide high standard Services with regards to H3SE&Q so to implement and control H3SE rules and requirements within his area of responsibility.

Qualifications

• Qualification: Master’s degree in engineering,
• Languages: English
• Experience within project: at least 10 years in same or equivalent position with strong experience in deepwater oil projects (EPCI in execution phase). Very strong SURF experience and technical experience with SPS and FPSO scopes (risers / umbilicals hook-ups, pre-commissioning). Work with industry key SURF EPCI contractors.
• Experience with TotalEnergies systems and specifications

Additional features:

• Positive, constructive, proactive and pragmatic mindset.
• Ability to work within large teams with other parties (EPCI operator SURF team and other packages, Contractors, suppliers, HQ technical teams, etc).
• Previous experience within a complex and multicultural working environment.

Additional Information

• Starting date: January 2027 (subject to FID)
• Duration: 1 year minimum to 3 years
• Renewable: Yes
• Location: United Kingdom, London
• Status: Residential