Senior Cable Manager

Intermarine UK Limited; Jakarta Pusat; On-site; IDR 1,610,018,000 - 2,683,363,000; Full time

Job summary

Intermarine UK Limited in Jakarta is seeking a Cable Equipment Senior Manager to lead a multidisciplinary technical team and ensure the readiness of cable-laying and handling equipment. The role oversees maintenance, budget planning, and collaboration with vessel and project teams.

The ideal candidate has a mechanical/electrical/marine background with 10+ years in submarine cable operations and 3-5 years in a supervisory role, driving improvements and efficiency across operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Marine, Mechatronics, or related Engineering.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in submarine cable, subsea, offshore, marine, or oil & gas operations.
• 3-5 years of experience in a supervisory or managerial position leading multidisciplinary technical teams.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the readiness, reliability, and operational availability of cable-laying and cable-handling equipment.
• Manage preventive and corrective maintenance activities for cable vessel equipment.
• Supervise equipment operation, inspection, testing, commissioning, and repair.
• Lead troubleshooting, root-cause/failure analysis, and equipment improvement initiatives.
• Manage critical spare parts, equipment inventory, and equipment lifecycle planning.
• Ensure equipment complies with applicable HSE, class, regulatory, and manufacturer/OEM requirements.
• Lead and supervise the equipment/technical team.
• Coordinate closely with vessel, marine, offshore, and project teams.
• Manage equipment-related OPEX/CAPEX budgets, cost control, and resource planning.
• Liaise with equipment manufacturers, OEMs, contractors, and other technical stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Stakeholder mgmt

Project planning

Team supervision

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Marine, Mechatronics or related Engineering

Job description

Job Opening: Cable Equipment Senior Manager

We are currently seeking an experienced Cable Equipment Senior Manager to join our technical team in Jakarta. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the reliability, maintenance, and operational readiness of cable-laying and cable-handling equipment, while leading a multidisciplinary technical team.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure the readiness, reliability, and operational availability of cable-laying and cable-handling equipment.
• Manage preventive and corrective maintenance activities for cable vessel equipment.
• Supervise equipment operation, inspection, testing, commissioning, and repair.
• Lead troubleshooting, root-cause/failure analysis, and equipment improvement initiatives.
• Manage critical spare parts, equipment inventory, and equipment lifecycle planning.
• Ensure equipment complies with applicable HSE, class, regulatory, and manufacturer/OEM requirements.
• Lead and supervise the equipment/technical team.
• Coordinate closely with vessel, marine, offshore, and project teams.
• Manage equipment-related OPEX/CAPEX budgets, cost control, and resource planning.
• Liaise with equipment manufacturers, OEMs, contractors, and other technical stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Marine, Mechatronics, or related Engineering.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in submarine cable, subsea, offshore, marine, or oil & gas operations.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in a supervisory or managerial position, leading multidisciplinary technical teams.
• Hands-on experience in submarine cable laying, installation, repair, or maintenance is preferred.
• Good understanding of the submarine cable installation lifecycle and operations.
• Experience with the following equipment/operations will be highly advantageous:
  • LCE / Cable Engine
  • Cable Tensioner
  • Cable Plough
  • ROV / LARS / TMS
  • Cable handling equipment
  • Cable jointing equipment
  • Cable repair/restoration equipment
• Experience in budgeting, OPEX/CAPEX planning, cost control, resource planning, and vendor/OEM management.
• Strong leadership, stakeholder management, analytical, prioritisation, and decision-making skills.
• Willingness to work closely with vessel and offshore project teams as required.

About Intermarine UK

We specialise in connecting skilled professionals with projects that are integral to shaping the future. For over two decades, we have been dedicated to supporting strategically vital industries that face increasing skills shortages, assisting individuals in building fulfilling careers across marine, defence, nuclear, offshore energy, and heavy industry. What started as a specialist workforce provider for the defence and marine sectors has evolved into a group of businesses that support the entire lifecycle of complex programmes, all the while remaining committed to creating opportunities for individuals and delivering value to our clients.

We believe that successful careers are founded on strong relationships, open communication, and meaningful work. This is why we adopt a people-first approach to recruitment, taking the time to understand your skills, aspirations, and objectives. By operating with integrity, transparency, and a commitment to quality, we connect talented individuals with opportunities that allow them to make a genuine impact while fostering long-term careers in some of the world's most significant industries.