Operations Lead

Position: Operations Lead – Deepwater SURF Project 

Location: Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines, France (with potential relocation to Angola)

Contract Type: 12 month renewable

Start Date: January 2026

Airswift is recruiting on behalf of a major international energy operator for an exciting opportunity to join a flagship deepwater development project in Angola’s Block 20. This multi-billion-dollar initiative is entering its execution phase and requires an experienced Operations Lead to oversee offshore SURF (Subsea Umbilicals, Risers, and Flowlines) activities.



Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate offshore installation campaigns (SURF, hook-up, fiber optics, drilling interfaces).
• Act as the focal point for all COMPANY personnel onboard contractor vessels.
• Ensure compliance with HSE standards, emergency response plans, and marine operations protocols.
• Interface with contractors, project teams, and marine warranty surveyors.
• Manage SIMOPS, vessel scheduling, and operational risk assessments.
• Oversee daily reporting and offshore progress tracking.

Experience required

• 15+ years’ experience in offshore operations, including SURF installation.
• Proven leadership on construction vessels and multi-disciplinary offshore teams.
• Strong technical knowledge of subsea construction, flowlines, risers, and umbilical's.
• Up-to-date BOSIET and medical certifications.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills in multicultural environments.