Operations Support Engineer

Job Responsibilities

• Review current Spoolbase and PG Vessel facilities, operations and procedures and build models suitable for implementation at most/all sites and PG vessels.
• Perform operational assessment of current Spoolbase configuration for upcoming projects and identify expansion/improvement requirements.
• Provide engineering support to Pipeline Group Project and Production departments.
• Prepare stalk storage plans (tie-in with planning).
• Support and supervise Spoolbase CAPEX projects required for the fabrication within Spoolbases or on PG vessels and production lines, supporting processes e.g. EHTF, tensioners, insertion, J-lay / S-Lay fabrication.
• Support business case development for the introduction of Equipment and facility improvements
• Capture lessons learnt and feedback to Spoolbases, vessels and suppliers.
• Develop task specific equipment requirements such as pipe in pipe, tie-ins, lining, ready systems, data loggers, pipe handling equipment etc. and provide specifications.
• Support local infrastructure projects being proposed by the regional operations, vessel operations or Spoolbase management and ensure Subsea 7 policies and standards are being incorporated appropriately.
• Develop pipe handling and facility equipment for efficiency improvement, considering automation and safety innovations and participate in project HIRA’s and equipment risk assessments as and when required.
• Take responsibility for safe implementation of new equipment, including procedures and training.
• Facility configuration in conjunction with regional teams to support fabrication for projects such as pipe handling equipment, stalk storage, space/area availability and modelling of process execution.
• Engage in equipment, supplier & project reviews to achieve business objectives for Safety, Quality & Productivity utilising best in class equipment & optimised production processes for all fabrication
• Interface with Operations, Equipment teams and SCM to ensure that Subsea7 requirements are issued to our subcontractors
• Visit Spoolbases as per direction from management to improve operational/production knowledge and understanding.