Our client  is a market leader in offshore dredging, construction and installation services. They have a long history of performing significant international projects. Offshore Energy is now one of their key strategic growth areas for the company. This is an exceptional opportunity to join a leading organisation as they focus their operations across the UK and Europe. 

The Project Manager will lead and oversee offshore energy rock installation projects in the UK and Europe from planning through execution, ensuring safe, timely, and cost-effective delivery, in accordance with contract and client specifications. This role requires strong leadership, technical expertise in marine construction, and experience managing complex offshore operations. 

Key Responsibilities

Project Planning and Execution:

• Develop detailed project execution plans, schedules, and budgets for offshore wind rock installation, including safety and quality control.

• Scheduling and coordinating engineering, procurement and logistics to ensure readiness for offshore operations.

• Focal point for client operational communication.

Team Leadership:

• Manage multidisciplinary project teams, including subcontractors and vessel crews.

• Foster a culture of safety and compliance with company and regulatory standards.

Stakeholder Management:

• Serve as primary point of contact for clients, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.

• Coordination of subcontracted work

• Prepare and deliver progress reports, risk assessments, and financial updates.

Operational Oversight:

• Verification of vessel readiness in accordance with the client contract and project requirements

• Supervise offshore installation activities, ensuring adherence to technical specifications.

• Monitor vessel performance, offshore installation activities, weather conditions, and operational risks.

• Assurance of compliance to applicable laws, regulation, and local requirements

Compliance and Safety:

• Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations.

• Implement quality assurance and control measures throughout the project lifecycle.

• Project cost control, reporting & ISO compliance

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• Ideally you will hold but not essential a Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Marine Construction, or related field (Master’s preferred).

• Minimum 10+ years of experience in offshore construction or marine projects, with at least 5 years in a project management role.

• Proven experience in international offshore wind or subsea rock installation projects.

• Strong knowledge of marine equipment, vessels, and installation techniques.

• PMP or equivalent project management certification preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent leadership and communication skills.

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

• High level of safety awareness and commitment.

• Ability to work under pressure and in challenging offshore environments.

• Strong knowledge of ISO standards and marine regulatory compliance, particularly in UK & Europe.

• Strong financial and contractual management abilities and negotiation strategies.

• Proficiency in project management software and MS Office Suite.

• Identify, assess, and mitigate technical, financial, and operational risks.

Travel & Conditions

• Hybrid working - the UK Head Office is based in Surrey, but you can be located anywhere in the UK that has good connections to London and able to work in dynamic offshore environments with some international travel.

Our client is a market leader in offshore dredging, construction and installation services. They have a long history of performing significant international projects. Offshore Energy is now one of their key strategic growth areas for the company. This is an exceptional opportunity to join a leading organisation as they focus their operations across the UK and Europe. 

The Operations Manager will lead and support all offshore operations for the company throughout UK and Europe. In time this role may also develop to include leading operations across Asia. This role requires strong leadership, offshore technical expertise, experience with offshore logistics, knowledge of maritime rules/laws and strong personnel management skills.

Key Responsibilities

Operations Support and Management:

• Coordinate vessel parts and personnel logistics between the vessel and the logistics personnel onshore.

• Manage personnel onboard the Subsea Rock Installation Vessel (SRIV), working with onboard leadership

• Track and develop training of personnel and assess competency in their roles.

• Review/approve operational procedures and identify potential opportunities to improve rock installation operations through efficiency, quality or safety.

Team Leadership:

• Manage multidisciplinary teams and departments, coordinating tasks with logistics, projects, safety, procurement, engineering and maintenance.

• Foster a culture of safety and compliance with company and regulatory standards.

Stakeholder Management:

• Serve as primary point of contact onshore for the vessel(s) in their respective region.

• Coordination of subcontracted work and vendors onboard the vessel.

• Prepare and deliver various reports, risk assessments and forecasting updates.

Operational Oversight:

• Verification of vessel readiness in accordance with regulatory bodies, the client contract and project requirements

• Supervise offshore installation activities, ensuring adherence to technical specifications and procedural compliance.

• Monitor vessel performance, offshore installation activities, weather conditions, and operational risks.

• Assurance of compliance to applicable local/regional laws and regulations.

Compliance and Safety:

• Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations.

• Implement quality assurance and control measures throughout all vessel activities.

• Vessel cost control, reporting & regulatory compliance 

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• Ideally but not essential you will have a Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Marine Construction or related field (master’s preferred).

• Minimum 10+ years of experience in offshore vessel operations, with at least 5 years in a vessel management role.

• Proven experience in international offshore operations, preference leaning to wind or subsea rock installation.

• Strong knowledge of marine equipment, offshore classification societies, and installation techniques.

• Experience with development of operational task specific procedures and efficiency improvements.

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent leadership and communication skills.

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

• High level of safety awareness and commitment.

• Ability to work under pressure and in challenging offshore environments.

• Strong knowledge of ISO standards and marine regulatory compliance, particularly in UK & Europe.

• Strong financial skills and logistics management.

• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and with offshore vessel maintenance systems.

• Identify, assess, and mitigate technical, financial, and operational risks.

Travel & Conditions

• Hybrid working - the UK Head Office is based in Surrey, but you can be located anywhere in the UK that has good connections to London and able to work in dynamic offshore environments with some international travel.
 

Position: First Line IT Support Analyst
Location: Guildford, UK
Salary: £29,000 per annum

We are seeking a proactive and customer-focused First Line IT Support Analyst to join our IT team in Guildford. This role is ideal for someone with strong problem-solving skills and a passion for technology who wants to build their career in IT support. You will be the first point of contact for IT-related queries, providing technical assistance to staff across the business, with a particular focus on Microsoft technologies.

• Act as the first point of contact for IT support requests via phone, email, and ticketing system.
   
• Provide first-line diagnosis, troubleshooting, and resolution of IT issues, escalating where necessary.
   
• Support and maintain Microsoft technologies including:
   
  • Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Teams, OneDrive, SharePoint)
     
  • Windows 10/11 desktop support
     
  • Active Directory (user account management, password resets, permissions)
     
• Set up, configure, and maintain laptops, desktops, and mobile devices.
   
• Assist with printer, network, and peripheral support.
   
• Log all incidents and requests accurately within the service desk system.
   
• Deliver excellent customer service, keeping users updated on ticket progress.
   
• Contribute to IT documentation, guides, and knowledge base articles.
   
• Support the wider IT team with projects and system upgrades when required.
   

Essential:

• Previous experience in a 1st Line IT Support or Service Desk role (or strong IT skills with customer service background).
   
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft 365 applications and Windows operating systems.
   
• Basic understanding of networking principles (DNS, DHCP, Wi-Fi, VPN).
   
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to prioritise effectively.
   
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
   
• A customer-first mindset with a positive, helpful approach.
   

Desirable:

• Experience with Active Directory administration.
   
• Knowledge of ITIL principles.
   
• Experience supporting remote/hybrid users.
   
• Relevant IT certifications (e.g., CompTIA A+, Microsoft Fundamentals, ITIL Foundation).
   

• £29,000 annual salary.
   
• Hybrid working (after probation).
   
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays.
   
• Pension scheme.
   
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
   
• Friendly and collaborative team environment.
   

Location: Bristol
Competitive salary + benefits

Full-time or part-time options available

• Lead and deliver process safety scopes across a variety of projects. 
• Provide high-quality technical advice to clients and colleagues. 
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams on design and engineering projects. 
• Contribute to proposals, bids, and business development. 
• Mentor and oversee junior engineers, reviewing and approving deliverables.
   

• A degree in engineering, science, or equivalent experience. 
• Experience in consequence modelling for Major Accident Hazard scenarios. 
• Strong knowledge of COMAH, DSEAR, and other major hazard regulations. 
• Proven experience in highly regulated process or energy industries. 
• Ability to run and facilitate hazard workshops. 
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build lasting client relationships.