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As SOV Commissioning Manager, you will be based offshore and report to the Commissioning Project Manager. You will take ownership of all commissioning activities on the Service Operation Vessel (SOV), ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality execution. This is a leadership role requiring strong technical expertise and the ability to manage teams in a dynamic offshore environment.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee and coordinate all offshore commissioning activities on the SOV.

Prepare daily status reports for management and stakeholders.

Liaise with contractors and installation teams for smooth transition from installation to commissioning.

Supervise and lead offshore teams, ensuring effective handovers between rotations.

Support energisation and test run preparation, including documentation.

Maintain strict compliance with EHS standards and quality requirements.

Conduct toolbox talks and safety briefings.

Manage marine operations and customer updates.

Drive resolution of technical issues and escalate where necessary.

Required Qualifications

Degree or Diploma in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or equivalent experience.

Proven commissioning experience in electrical systems.

High Voltage (HV) experience and authorisation (AP/SAP).

Electrical project management experience.

Mandatory Certifications:

FUET or BOSIET

GWO Working & Rescue at Height

GWO - 5 Basic Elements

Valid Industry Medical

Desired Skills & Experience

5+ years in offshore/onshore electrical commissioning.

Ability to interpret procedures, schematics, and as-built drawings.

Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.

High EHS and quality awareness.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and documentation tools.

Flexibility and resilience to work under pressure in offshore conditions.

Please click to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement.

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Progressive Recruitment, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom | Partnership Number | OC(phone number removed) England and Wales

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