Asset Manager – Topside Equipment (Offshore)

Nexans USA Inc; Oslo; On-site; NOK 1,000,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexans is seeking an Asset Manager – Topside Equipment in Oslo to act as the technical authority for all topside cable laying equipment on Nexans’ CLVs and barges. You will oversee reliability, availability, and integrity to meet operations and regulatory standards.

The role involves coordinating upgrades, managing MoC procedures, and driving continuous improvement across the fleet, reporting to the Technical Vessel Manager, PWR‑T BG.

Qualifications

• University degree in engineering or similar technical discipline.
• Extensive installation and vessel operations experience.
• Strong technical experience with topside and cable laying equipment (e.g. carousels, linear cable engines, tensioners, cranes, winches).
• Experience coordinating vendors and contractors, including OEMs and service providers.
• Experience from shipyards, workshops, conversions, and/or new builds.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary technical focal point for all topside cable laying equipment during planning, mobilization, offshore operations, and demobilization.
• Monitor equipment performance and condition-based data to ensure safe and efficient cable laying operations.
• Provide remote and on-site technical support to vessel managers/crews and offshore managers.
• Lead improvement initiatives and ensure compliance with MoC procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and offshore supervisors to align equipment readiness with project schedules.

Skills

Vessel operations

Topside equipment knowledge

Technical leadership

Planning & scheduling

Vendor coordination

Education

University degree in engineering

Tools

MoC procedures

Project coordination tools

Job description

Nexans is seeking an Asset Manager – Topside Equipment in Oslo to act as the technical authority for all topside cable laying equipment on Nexans’ CLVs and barges. You will oversee reliability, availability, and integrity to meet operations and regulatory standards.

The role involves coordinating upgrades, managing MoC procedures, and driving continuous improvement across the fleet, reporting to the Technical Vessel Manager, PWR‑T BG.