Offshore Installation Manager

Placements24; East London; On-site; ZAR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Offshore Installation Manager to lead complex offshore construction projects from planning to demobilization, based in East London. The role demands ensuring safety, quality, and timely execution in the Oil & Gas sector, with oversight of subsea structures, pipelines, and topsides.

You will coordinate with engineering, procurement, and onshore teams, manage crews and vessels, and drive strict adherence to international codes and standards, delivering

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field; master's preferred.
• Minimum of 15 years of progressive offshore construction and installation management experience.
• Proven track record managing large-scale offshore Oil & Gas projects; knowledge of offshore construction, marine operations, and vessel capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement detailed offshore execution plans and schedules.
• Manage all offshore construction activities, including marine operations and heavy lifting.
• Ensure safety, health, and environmental policies during offshore operations.
• Coordinate with engineering, procurement, and onshore support teams.
• Manage offshore crews, subcontractors, and vessels to optimize performance.
• Oversee quality control and assurance processes for all installation activities.

Skills

Leadership

Decision making

Problem solving

Safety management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a seasoned Offshore Installation Manager to lead and manage complex offshore construction projects for their operations based out of East London . This senior leadership role is responsible for the safe, efficient, and timely execution of offshore installations, including subsea structures, pipelines, and topsides. You will oversee all aspects of offshore execution, from planning and mobilization to demobilization, ensuring adherence to the highest safety and quality standards in the competitive Oil & Gas industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement detailed offshore execution plans and schedules.
• Manage all offshore construction activities, including marine operations and heavy lifting.
• Ensure strict adherence to safety, health, and environmental policies during all offshore operations.
• Coordinate with engineering, procurement, and onshore support teams.
• Manage offshore crews, subcontractors, and vessels to optimize performance.
• Oversee quality control and assurance processes for all installation activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field;Master's degree is a plus.
• Minimumof 15yearsofprogressiveexperienceinoffshoreconstructionandinstallationmanagement.
• Proventrackofsuccessfullymanaginglarge‐scaleoffshoreprojectsinOil&Gassector .Extensiveknowledgeofoffshoreconstructiontechniques,marineoperations,andvesselcapabilities.
• Strong leadership, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Familiaritywithrelevantinternationalcodes, standards,andregulations.

Benefits

• Exceptional salary and benefits package, commensurate with experience.
• Significant performance-based bonuses and incentives.
• Comprehensive medical coverage, life insurance, and retirement fund.
• Accommodations and logistical support provided during offshore assignments.
• Opportunityto lead high-profile projects in the Eastern Cape region.