Description
The client is one of the UK`s leading renewable energy developers and operators. They are looking for a Cable Installation Engineer to join a project which is currently in the FEED/ Tender phase. This individual will be working full time 5 day week onshore with no rotation; and must have prior offshore vessel experience.- To provide support to the Cable Package Manager on all aspects of the transport and installation of all offshore cables within the wind farm project.
- To ensure that the latest technical developments in cable transportation, install, protection and termination are captured and assessed for use on the project.
- To ensure that cable installation is planned and executed to facilitate safe and efficient transport, installation and decommissioning.
- To ensure that technical risks during the transportation and installation of the offshore cables are assessed, avoided or mitigated through selection of the most appropriate vessels and equipment.
- To provide a continuity of technical support through the design and installation process including a presence offshore during installation to supervise contractors` works.
Responsibilities:
- Provide support in the project for transport and installation strategy of the offshore cables and accessories.
- This shall include vessel types, burial options, transportation and logistical concept, port requirements etc.
- Lead in the development of the burial protection assessment
- Document the requirements for the transportation, storage and installation of the offshore cables and accessories for inclusion in the invitation to tender.
- Assessment of tenders for the for the transport and installation (vessel capabilities, installation equipment, load out, sea fastening and other temporary works)
- Provide support to associated package tenders for example the review of suitability of installation aids located on the OSP cable platform.
- Produce technical documentation for invitation to tender for Marine Warranty services contract.
- Liaise with the interface engineers to ensure that the interfaces to other packages are managed effectively.
- Liaison with the engineers responsible for the design process to ensure all interfaces between supply and installation are effectively managed.
- Review of contractor method statements and risk assessments
- Site supervision of installation equipment and temporary works
- Ensuring availability of necessary documentation for certification and marine warranty surveillance process
- Liaison with Marine Warranty Surveyor activities
Knowledge and Skills:
- Technical background, qualification Mechanical/Electrical/Civil Bachelor`s Degree or higher
- Extensive offshore experience with offshore cable installation, associated vessels, ROV, and diving operations
- Knowledge of CDM regulations; rules, regulations and standards applicable to offshore transportation & installation works
- Willingness to travel and to go offshore