SURF Lifting Engineer

Anotech Energy company; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Anotech Energy is seeking an experienced SURF Lifting Engineer to manage lifting operations in offshore and subsea environments. You will plan, supervise, and optimize complex lifting activities to ensure safe, on-time project delivery.

Responsibilities include developing lifting plans, selecting appropriate equipment, coordinating with offshore vessels, and leading multidisciplinary crews while upholding HSE and industry standards.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience with a Mechanical Engineering diploma or equivalent
• 5+ years of experience with an engineering degree
• Proven offshore and subsea lifting operations experience
• Mandatory third-party certification in lifting and rigging
• Strong knowledge of subsea installation, offshore construction, and marine operations
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary offshore teams
• Ability to make decisions under pressure in offshore environments
• Strong problem-solving and strategic planning capabilities

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed lifting plans and method statements for offshore cranes, subsea lifting operations, winches, and installation equipment.
• Define and select appropriate lifting and rigging equipment (subsea-rated slings, shackles, spreader beams, lifting frames) considering load-out, splash zone, subsea deployment, and environmental constraints.
• Coordinate and supervise offshore contractors, vessel operations, and heavy lift activities (installation vessels, barges, cranes).
• Oversee rigging teams and deck crews during complex and critical offshore lifting operations.
• Ensure proper execution of load-out, sea fastening, lifting, lowering, and subsea installation activities.
• Conduct toolbox talks, lifting risk assessments, and safety briefings onboard vessels and offshore sites.
• Promote a strong HSE culture, ensuring compliance with offshore safety regulations and project specifications.
• Ensure personnel are trained, certified, and equipped to perform subsea lifting operations safely and efficiently

Skills

Lifting plans

Lifting equipment

Offshore operations

HSE culture

Team leadership

Risk assessments

Toolbox talks

Education

Mechanical Engineering diploma

Engineering degree

Tools

Subsea lifting equipment

Lifting frames

Spreaders

Job description

As part of a major subsea development project, we are seeking an experienced SURF Lifting Engineer to manage and ensure the safe execution of lifting operations in offshore and subsea environments.

You will play a critical role in planning and supervising complex lifting activities involving subsea structures, offshore installation vessels, and heavy equipment, ensuring compliance with strict safety and operational standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop detailed lifting plans and method statements for offshore cranes, subsea lifting operations, winches, and specialized installation equipment.
• Define and select appropriate lifting and rigging equipment (subsea-rated slings, shackles, spreader beams, lifting frames) considering load-out, splash zone, subsea deployment, and environmental constraints.
• Coordinate and supervise offshore contractors, vessel operations, and heavy lift activities (installation vessels, barges, cranes).
• Oversee rigging teams and deck crews during complex and critical offshore lifting operations.
• Ensure proper execution of load-out, sea fastening, lifting, lowering, and subsea installation activities.
• Conduct toolbox talks, lifting risk assessments, and safety briefings onboard vessels and offshore sites.
• Promote a strong HSE culture, ensuring compliance with offshore safety regulations and project specifications.
• Ensure personnel are trained, certified, and equipped to perform subsea lifting operations safely and efficiently.

Candidate Profile

• Minimum 10 years of experience with a technical diploma (HND/HNC or equivalent)
• Minimum 5 years of experience with an engineering degree
• Proven experience in offshore and subsea lifting operations
• Mandatory third-party certification in lifting and rigging
• Strong knowledge of subsea installation, offshore construction, and marine operations
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary offshore teams
• Ability to make decisions under pressure in offshore environments
• Strong problem‑solving and strategic planning capabilities

Required Qualifications & Certifications

• Degree or diploma in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent; engineering degree preferred)
• Offshore certifications (BOSIET / HUET – mandatory)
• CSWIP 3.0 or PCN Level 1 (Visual Welding Inspector)
• Minimum Level 2 certification in UT, Radiography, or MPI/DPI
• Strong knowledge of subsea lifting operations, offshore standards (DNV, ISO, LOLER), and inspection techniques
• Experience with subsea structures installation (manifolds, umbilicals, risers, pipelines)
• LEEA certifications are highly desirable:
  • PLE-P1, LEG, LMM, LMP, RCS, OTC, OCE