Offshore Field Engineer (Sting Ray/Solitaire) - Back to Back

About the role

A 12-month contract position as Field Engineer on the S-lay Pipelay Vessel Sting Ray/Solitaire, based in Afungi, Mozambique. The engineer works in shifts on board, reporting directly to the Vessel Lead / CSR, and assists in technical appraisal and supervision of pipelay operations during the LNG project's preparation and installation phases. The role covers installation of multiple rigid lines under an offshore EPCI contractor, with a 28-day on, 28-day-off rotation (7 days per week, 12 hours per day) and an ASAP start date.

Key responsibilities

• Ensure project execution according to approved procedures and drawings, capturing deviations through Management of Change procedures.
• Provide installation engineering support during campaigns, interfacing with engineering, operations, HSE and QAQC teams.
• Take part in technical reviews, HAZID/SIMOPS and change management, following technical and HSE safety protocols.
• Work rotationally offshore during S-lay campaigns and contribute to lessons learned and project close-out reports.
• Monitor the contractor's completion process, report daily progress and status, and supply verified data to reporting systems to track installation events and limit change orders.
• Develop strong working relationships with vessel operations teams, monitor and witness offshore installations for compliance, and report technical issues to the Vessel Lead and Installation Manager.
• Liaise with project team specialists or third parties, act as back-to-back for the CSR during extended witness operations, and ensure permits and regulatory compliance with compliance coordinators.

Required profile

• Degree in Engineering or a similar discipline.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in the Oil & Gas industry, including offshore technical, quality and HSE oversight.
• At least 5 years of offshore installation experience with the S-lay technique.
• Experience managing offshore installation contractors and supporting inspection services and HSE oversight on vessels.
• Ability to work in high-stress, fast-paced, international and multi-cultural environments, and to manage interfaces between several contractors.
• Willingness to travel internationally and to support back-to-back during leave periods.
• Fluency in English.
• Current BOSIET and OGUK medical certification before mobilising, with a fitness-to-work assessment (OGUK accredited).