Mobilisation Engineer

Company overview

OEG is a leading energy solutions business, providing mission-critical infrastructure assets and services to the global offshore energy industry. Through our specialist divisions - topside, marine, subsea, logistics and industrials, we are a pivotal link in the global offshore energy project chain, ensuring our customers’ projects are delivered safely, reliably and efficiently.

Core purpose

• Assist the Mobilisation Manager in preparing and delivering all necessary documentation, ensuring that every element of the mobilisation is carefully planned, documented, and executed. 

• The role focuses on enabling the mobilisation to be completed efficiently, safely and on schedule. 

• By maximising upfront planning and preparation, the Mobilisation Engineer contributes to a smooth, cost-effective, and safe mobilisation process. 

Key responsibilities and accountabilities

• Review technical mobilisation documentation, including deck plans, structural reports, and vessel and system schematics. 

• Produce accurate deck layouts in CAD, detailing all equipment specifications and mobilisation arrangements. 

• Serve as the interface between project equipment and the mobilisation teams. 

• Develop detailed mobilisation and demobilisation plans, including accurate timelines. 

• Assist in preparing project call-off equipment lists for mobilisation activities. 

• Be available to attend the mobilisation site and coordinate on-site activities. 

• Prepare mobilisation notifications and distribute them to the wider project team. 

• Confidently manage on-site subcontractors during mobilisation phases. 

• Review and prepare mobilisation lift plans as required. 

• Develop a thorough understanding of project equipment operations. 

• Generate detailed schematics illustrating electrical and mechanical interfaces between project equipment and the vessel or installation. 

• Collaborate with procurement to prepare HRF/PRF documentation for mobilisation-related equipment. 

• Communicate with subcontractors before mobilisation regarding their scope of work, availability, shifts, and provided tooling. 

• Identify potential issues in advance and develop plans to address all possible scenarios. 

• Conduct Toolbox Talks (TBTs) on mobilisation activities with the relevant shift team. 

• Coordinate with the vessel bridge to generate hot work and work-at-height (WAH) permits during mobilisation. 

• Communicate with the logistics department on equipment delivery requirements, including export and entry procedures. 

• Conduct vessel visits to understand the vessel particulars and requirements for a specific mobilisation. 

QHSE responsibilities

To have a general understanding of the areas of our QHSE Management System and OEG’s QHSE aims and objectives that are relevant to the role.

Comply with the requirements of OEG Energy Group Policies and the responsibilities within the wider QHSE Management System.

Promoting:

• a proactive health and safety culture focussed on the prevention of work-related injury or ill health and continual improvement in our processes / performance.

• environmental sustainability and energy efficiency whilst minimising our environmental impacts and preventing pollution.

• a quality culture that brings values to our business, our customers and other interested parties ensuring quality issues and opportunities for improvement are identified and implemented.

Skills and experiences

• Strong attention to detail with a diligent and meticulous approach to work.

• Well-organised with strong planning and time-management skills. 

• Effective communicator at all levels, both internally and externally. 

• Ability to coordinate and consolidate information from multiple sources, including internal teams and external customers.

• Good IT proficiency, with competence in standard engineering and office software applications. 

• Proficient in AutoCAD, including deck plans, rigging sketches, and related technical drawings. 

• Strong team player; supportive, adaptable, proactive, and resilient when facing challenges. 

• Demonstrates structured and methodical working practices. 

• Capable of manging workload independently while effectively contributing to team objectives.

• Familiar with marine and vessel operations. 

• Knowledgeable in rigging and sea fastening principles. 

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in a relevant engineering or technical discipline (Mechanical/Structural), or equivalent industry experience.