Offshore Field Engineer (S-lay Pipelay) - Mozambique LNG

About the role

A global multi-energy company operating large-scale refining and petrochemical facilities is hiring an Offshore Field Engineer (S-lay Pipelay Vessel) for the Mozambique LNG project in Cabo Delgado, Mozambique. The engineer works in shifts on the S-lay vessel and reports directly to the Vessel Lead / CSR on board, assisting the CSR in the technical appraisal and supervision of pipelay operations during the preparation and installation phases. The project involves laying multiple rigid lines, including trunklines from the Solitaire and the Stingray, under an offshore EPCI contractor.

Key responsibilities

• Ensure the project is executed according to approved procedures and drawings, and capture deviations via a Management of Change (MoC).
• Provide installation engineering support during the campaign, interfacing with CTR engineering, Operations, HSE and QAQC, and assist MWS, check TPIs and report.
• Take part in technical reviews, HAZID/SIMOPS and change management, ensuring technical and HSE safety protocols are followed.
• Monitor the contractor's completion process, report daily progress to the N+1 lead, and share status with the incoming shift.
• Participate in installation risk assessments and follow mitigation measures with the CTR risk management team.
• Supply verified information to the reporting system so installation events can be tracked and potential change orders mitigated.
• Witness offshore installation activities and report technical issues to the vessel lead and installation manager.
• Liaise with project team specialists (e.g. Afungi Marine/Logistics, TOTAL HQ specialists) and contribute to lessons learned and the close-out report.
• Act as back-to-back for the CSR during long witness operations; the position is renewable and lasts 12 months.

Required profile

• Degree in Engineering or similar, with at least 10 years in the oil and gas industry and 5 years of offshore installation with S-lay technique.
• Experience overseeing offshore installation contractors, supporting inspection services and HSE oversight.
• Ability to work in a high-stress, fast-paced, international and multi-cultural environment and to manage interfaces between several contractors.
• Willingness to travel to the USA, Europe or Mozambique and to support back-to-back during leave.
• Fluency in English.
• Current BOSIET and OGUK medical certification before mobilisation, with an OGUK-accredited fitness to work assessment (renewal every year).