TGS
HR Business Partner, Offshore
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TGS HR Business Partner – Offshore
TGS provides scientific data and intelligence to the global energy sector, enabling energy for all by unlocking vital, data-driven solutions and knowledge. Through an extensive and diverse energy data library, advanced analytics, cloud-based applications, and specialized services, we work in a way that is Passionate, Results-Driven, Collaborative, and Responsible.
To our People & Communication team, we are now seeking an experienced and proactive ‘HR Business Partner – Offshore’, to support our seismic vessel operations and offshore workforce. In this role, you will work closely with operational leaders, vessel management, and HR colleagues to deliver practical, business-focused HR support across the full crew lifecycle. The position reports to the Director - HR, Marine Data Acquisition.
This is a role for someone who is comfortable working independently, taking ownership, and making sound decisions in a dynamic operational environment. A high degree of independence is essential, and knowledge or experience within offshore, maritime, seismic, or remote workforce management is considered a strong advantage.
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Key Responsibilities
- Act as a trusted HR partner to offshore seismic operations, vessel leadership, and relevant business stakeholders.
- Support the full offshore crew lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, contract administration, rotation planning, engagement, retention, and repatriation.
- Provide advice and guidance on HR matters, crew welfare, workforce planning, employee relations, and organizational development.
- Collaborate with vessel and project management to ensure people plans are aligned with operational requirements, safety expectations, and company priorities.
- Drive continuous improvement in crew management processes, tools, and ways of working, while demonstrating a genuine commitment to understanding how effective crew management contributes to operational success.
- Work closely with the broader HR organization to promote consistent, fair, and compliant people practices.
Qualifications And Experience
- Relevant HR experience from international offshore, crewing, seismic, or other operational environments.
- Strong understanding of HR processes across the employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, workforce planning, and engagement.
- Ability to manage several priorities independently and deliver high-quality support in a fast-moving environment.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to build trust with stakeholders across cultures, locations, and time zones.
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Personal Attributes
- Self-driven, structured, and comfortable taking initiative without close day-to-day supervision.
- Business-minded and service-oriented, with the ability to understand the commercial and safety drivers of seismic operations and balance operational needs, crew welfare, and cost efficiency.
- Collaborative and service-minded, with a genuine interest in supporting offshore employees and leaders.
- Able to work confidently in an international and culturally diverse environment.
This position is a full-time role based in one of our hub locations in Oslo (Norway), Houston (US) or Weybridge (Great London Area, United Kingdom).
If you meet the qualifications and are passionate contributing to our team, we encourage you to submit your application by 10/04/2026.
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