Cable Lay Superintendent

Company Overview
The organization is a world leader in highly specialized marine and offshore services,
including dredging, offshore energy solutions, marine infrastructure, and environmental works. With over 140 years of experience and a global workforce of more than 5,000 highly skilled professionals, the company delivers tailor-made solutions through innovation and advanced technologies, ensuring projects are executed safely, efficiently, and cost-effectively.
 
Department Description and Responsibilities
The Offshore division is a global solutions provider for the offshore oil, gas, and
renewable energy industries. It has an extensive track record in the transport and
installation of foundations, turbines, inter-array cables, export cables, and substations for offshore wind farms. In the oil and gas sector, expertise includes landfalls and civil works, rock placement, heavy lifting, umbilicals, and installation and decommissioning services. By operating a high-tech and versatile fleet of vessels, the division delivers flexible solutions for complex offshore energy projects worldwide.
 
Primary Tasks and Responsibilities
• Ensure all cable-related operations are executed in the safest and most efficient
manner
• Lead and supervise a team of 10 to 15 personnel, including foremen and
operators
• Conduct shift handover meetings onboard
• Liaise closely with bridge teams and surveyors to ensure optimal cable
operations
• Run and supervise all back-deck operations, including the Cable Installation
System (CIS), ROVs, cranes, and associated equipment
• Ensure all work is carried out in compliance with the highest safety standards
• Safeguard the integrity of the cable during loading, transportation, and
installation phases
• Maintain a daily log of activities performed
• Oversee the full cable installation process, ensuring accurate and secure cable
placement while meeting the highest quality and performance standards
• Apply strong technical expertise to identify and resolve complex challenges
during cable installation, ensuring uninterrupted project progress
• While the Offshore Installation Manager (OIM) is the single point of contact, the
Cable Lay Superintendent maintains daily interaction with client representatives
during operations, addressing progress updates and technical queries
 
Technical Profile Requirements
• Minimum of 7 years’ experience in submarine cable installation, including
several years in senior technician or equivalent roles
• Strong safety mindset with demonstrated commitment to safety procedures and
guidelines
• Proven leadership capabilities with excellent communication skills to manage
and motivate diverse teams
 
Non-Technical Profile Requirements
• Strong communication skills
• Good knowledge and experience with MS Office
• Good command of English, both written and spoken
• Medically fit for offshore work
Methodology / Certification Requirements
• MSc or BSc degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or equivalent experience
 
Required Certifications
• Valid US Visa or B1 OCS Wind Visa
• Full GWO certification
• Valid offshore medical certificate
• VCA or SCC certification
 
Language Proficiency
• Fluent in spoken and written English; proficiency in additional languages is a
strong advantage

Our role in supporting diversity and inclusion
As an international workforce business, we are committed to sourcing personnel that reflects the diversity and values of our client base but also that of Orion Group. We welcome the wide range of experiences and viewpoints that potential workers bring to our business and our clients, including those based on nationality, gender, culture, educational and professional backgrounds, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, and age differences, job classification and religion. In our inclusive workplace, regardless of your employment status as staff or contract, everyone is assured the right of equitable, fair and respectful treatment.