HV Supervisor/ Client rep – Termination & Testing (T&T)
As HV Supervisor, you will be part of the management team on board the Offshore Support Vessel (OSV), supporting an inter-array cable installation project. The OSV serves as the platform for both cable pull-in operations and termination & testing (T&T) activities.
Your main responsibility is to supervise all T&T works carried out by our specialist subcontractor on WTGs and the Offshore High Voltage Station (OHVS). You will coordinate vessel operations, subcontractor deployment, and on-board activities, ensuring safe, timely, and high-quality execution in close cooperation with the onshore and offshore management teams.
This role is highly visible: you will act as the key interface manager between subcontractors, company, the end client, and other project stakeholders, safeguarding safety, compliance, and delivery standards.
Key Responsibilities
* Represent company on-site to oversee, coordinate, and report on HV cable routing, jointing, termination, and testing works performed by subcontractors.
* Ensure compliance with ITPs, Method Statements, Risk Assessments, and HSE standards.
* Prepare and communicate short-term T&T and OSV schedules; contribute actively in daily coordination meetings.
* Review and validate RAMS, QHSE documentation, and technical specifications.
* Monitor adherence to safety permits and procedures, raising NCRs as required.
* Supervise HV works with companies Quality teams, ensuring QA/QC of subcontractor deliverables.
* Produce Daily Progress Reports (DPRs) and manage non-conformances.
* Support fault-finding activities, including assisting with inspections, electrical testing, troubleshooting, and repair planning.
* Oversee and support T&T logistics and vessel operations.
* Contribute to lessons learned and end-of-work reports.
* Provide guidance and share expertise with colleagues on board.
* Demonstrate flexibility by supporting other project tasks when T&T works are on hold.
Core Competencies & Expertise
* Extensive experience in HV cable jointing & termination (up to 275kV).
* BSc or MSc in electrical engineering is preferred (not required)
* Knowledge/training in:
* Pfisterer 66kV Seanex / Connex terminations
* 66kV T-Connector terminations
* Solid understanding of HV switching procedures and permits (AP training is a strong plus).
* Strong background in electrical testing, fault-finding & commissioning (VLF, OTDR, TDR, sheath testing, LIRA, phase ID, etc.).
* Proven QA/QC and non-conformance management skills.
* Strong HSE knowledge and RAMS/AWP compliance oversight.
* Skilled in stakeholder coordination and contractor supervision.
* Fluent command of the English language both fluent and written.
* Confident in daily reporting and technical documentation.
Tools, Systems & Certifications
* Proficiency in managing AWP systems, RAMS, and HV operational safety documentation.
* Familiarity with HV standards (Cigre, IEEE, IEC).
* Offshore certifications: GWO (full), HUET/offshore survival, medical.
* HV switching operations training desirable.
Start: ASAP
Contrac: Perm, so not a dayrate job.
Location: Offshore (OSV-based, supporting wind farm project)
Projects for Inter-array cable installation
Rotation schedule: 6 weeks on, 6 weeks off