Freelance — Offshore Cable Installation Superintendent

️ Department Description and responsibilities

This role is part of offshore cable installation activities within the offshore energy sector, covering complex operations for inter-array and export cables on board specialized installation vessels.

As Cable Lay Superintendent, you oversee cable-related offshore operations and ensure that installation activities are executed safely, efficiently and in line with quality requirements.

️ Primary Tasks and responsibilities

• Ensure all cable-related operations are carried out in the safest and most efficient way.
• Lead a team of 10 to 15 crew members, including foremen and operators.
• Conduct shift handover meetings with the onboard team.
• Coordinate closely with colleagues on the bridge and with surveyors to support smooth cable operations.
• Manage and supervise all back-deck activities, including the operability of the cable installation system (CIS), ROVs, cranes and other onboard equipment.
• Ensure all work is performed to the highest safety standards.
• Safeguard cable integrity during loading, transport and installation phases.
• Maintain a daily log of completed activities.
• Oversee the cable installation process, ensuring accurate and secure cable placement while maintaining high quality and performance standards.
• Use your technical expertise to identify and solve complex issues during cable installation, ensuring continuity of the works.
• Maintain daily operational contact with client representatives to answer questions on progress and technical matters.

Your profile

• You have at least 7 years of experience in submarine cable installation, including experience in a senior technician role or a similar function.
• You have a strong safety mindset and consistently follow safety procedures and guidelines.
• You bring proven leadership skills and communicate effectively with a diverse offshore team.
• You have solid communication skills.
• You have good knowledge of and practical experience with MS Office.
• You have a good command of English, both spoken and written.
• You are fit for offshore work.
• Knowledge of SAFe is an asset.
• Knowledge of additional languages is a plus.

Methodology/Certification requirements

• MSc degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or equivalent through experience.

Certifications required

• Valid work permit and visa, where applicable.
• GWO Manual Handling
• GWO Sea Survival
• GWO Working at Heights
• GWO Fire Awareness
• GWO First Aid
• HUET
• Chester Step
• Offshore medical (Nogepa)

Language proficiencies

• Fluent English, both spoken and written.
• Proficiency in other languages is a strong asset.

Offer

You will be part of a growing Belgian SME where initiative and personal development are encouraged. We will provide you with an enjoyable work environment with fun colleagues. We will work out a career plan with you, with attention and a budget for extra education/certification. You can count on an attractive salary, supplemented with extra-legal benefits, including a company car.
(Freelance is also possible)