Offshore Installation Manager
- Lead and manage offshore operations for FPSO facilities.
- Ensure compliance with safety and operational standards.
- Mentor and develop a diverse offshore team.
Offshore Installation Manager
FPSO Operations
Equatorial Guinea | Offshore Rotation
Are you an experienced Offshore Installation Manager with a proven track record on FPSO assets? We are seeking a dynamic leader to take overall responsibility for the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of a major offshore production facility in Equatorial Guinea.
This is an exceptional opportunity to lead a multidisciplinary offshore team, drive operational excellence, and play a critical role in maintaining world-class safety and production standards.
Key Responsibilities
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Champion a strong safety culture and ensure full compliance with offshore HSE standards.
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Lead and mentor a diverse offshore workforce, fostering collaboration and continuous improvement.
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Serve as the senior company representative offshore.
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Ensure effective incident reporting, investigation, and corrective action implementation.
FPSO Operations Management
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Oversee the safe and efficient operation of the FPSO through departmental leadership teams.
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Maximise production uptime while maintaining asset integrity and operational excellence.
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Coordinate production, maintenance, engineering, marine, and safety activities.
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Drive effective planning, scheduling, and execution of offshore work scopes.
Operational Excellence
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Manage Permit to Work (PTW) systems, risk assessments, and control of work processes.
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Ensure compliance with applicable maritime, class, flag state, and environmental requirements.
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Lead management of change activities and continuous improvement initiatives.
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Promote cost awareness and operational efficiency across all departments.
Essential Experience
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Minimum 2 years' experience as an Offshore Installation Manager.
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Significant experience working on FPSO facilities.
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Strong understanding of offshore production operations, maintenance, engineering, and safety management.
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Demonstrated leadership experience managing large multidisciplinary offshore teams.
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Commercial awareness with the ability to balance safety, operational performance, and business objectives.
Qualifications
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Engineering Degree or HND in a relevant discipline; OR
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Master Mariner Unlimited; OR
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Chief Engineer Unlimited certification.
Additional requirements:
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Offshore survival and emergency management certifications.
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OIM emergency response qualifications or equivalent.
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Medical fitness for offshore work.
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English proficiency at professional level.
Why Apply?
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Work on a high-profile FPSO operation in West Africa.
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Lead a highly skilled offshore team.
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Take ownership of a critical operational leadership role.
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Join a challenging and rewarding environment focused on safety, reliability, and performance.
Ready to take the lead offshore?
If you have the experience, leadership capability, and FPSO expertise to succeed as an Offshore Installation Manager, we'd love to hear from you.
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