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Cable Lay Superintendent

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USA - United StatesContract
Sectors:Offshore WindJob Reference: 10107

Our client is seeking an experienced Cable Lay Superintendent to supervise all back-deck operations during offshore submarine cable installation campaigns. This role will lead the offshore cable installation team, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality execution of all cable handling and laying activities throughout loading, transport, and installation phases.
 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and manage a cable installation team of 10–15 personnel, including foremen and operators.
  • Coordinate daily shift handovers and maintain clear communication across vessel operations, bridge crew, and survey teams.
  • Supervise back-deck operations, ensuring safe operability of the Cable Installation System (CIS), ROVs, cranes, and support equipment.
  • Ensure cable integrity is maintained during loading, laying, and burial processes.
  • Monitor cable installation progress and report activities in daily logs.
  • Liaise with client representatives onboard regarding progress, technical clarifications, and operational adjustments.
  • Identify and resolve technical challenges to ensure uninterrupted cable laying performance.
  • Uphold high standards of safety, quality, and operational efficiency.
     

Candidate Profile:

  • 7+ years’ experience in subsea cable installation, including leadership experience in senior technician or supervisory roles.
  • Strong safety mindset with proven experience operating in offshore environments.
  • Effective leadership and communication skills with the ability to coordinate diverse teams.
  • Proficient with MS Office and reporting tools.
  • Fluent English written and spoken; additional languages are beneficial.
  • Fit and certified for offshore working environments.
     

Education & Certifications:

  • Degree in Civil, Mechanical, Marine, Chemical Engineering, or equivalent technical experience.
  • Valid B1 OCS / US Visa (preferred).
  • Full GWO certification.
  • Valid offshore medical.
  • VCA/SCC certification.
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