Briggs Marine
Operations Manager - Subsea Cables
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Operations Manager - Subsea Cables
Operations Manager – Subsea Services Division
About Briggs Group
Since the 1970s, the Briggs Group has grown to become one of the world’s leading providers in the marine and environmental services industry, employing around 800 dedicated staff.
We deliver services ranging from terminal operations to subsea cable repair, prioritising stability, career progression, and recognition for our employees. Our core values underpin our mission, guiding decision-making and shaping a high-performing, inclusive culture.
The Role
The Operations Manager holds a central leadership position, overseeing complex offshore projects across the UK and North West Europe, with a primary focus on subsea cable installation and repair.
Responsibilities include:
- Leading vessel operations, offshore teams, subcontractors, and client relationships
- Ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality project execution within Briggs Marine’s Subsea Services division
This position blends operational leadership, technical oversight, and strategic project delivery, making it ideal for experienced offshore professionals seeking high-impact challenges.
Key Responsibilities
Project Delivery & Coordination
- Lead planning and execution of subsea cable installation and repair projects, coordinating offshore teams, vessels, and subcontractors
Team Leadership & Development
- Manage and develop the offshore operations team, maintaining competency matrices and mentoring staff to enhance capability
- Oversee technical governance by producing and updating departmental procedures, method statements, and operational documentation
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Subcontractor & Commercial Management
- Manage critical subcontractor relationships, fostering long-term strategic partnerships to ensure reliable offshore project delivery
- Provide technical input during tender development, ensuring safe, economical, and effective installation methodologies
Client Relations & Stakeholder Engagement
- Act as the key point of contact for existing and prospective subsea clients, maintaining strong communication and alignment
- Facilitate client project lifecycles, ensuring alignment with business objectives
Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Leadership
- Champion HSE performance, modelling best practice and ensuring compliance with company policies and industry standards
Process Improvement & Efficiency
- Drive continuous improvement, identifying opportunities to boost efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance performance without compromising safety or quality
The Candidate
Qualifications & Experience
- Qualified in a relevant engineering discipline (marine, mechanical, electrical, civil, or related)
- Minimum 10 years’ experience in subsea cables, offshore construction, or marine operations
- Proven project management background within the subsea cable or offshore wind sectors
- Strong technical expertise in vessel operations and offshore project logistics
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Key Competencies
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively across internal teams, stakeholders, and clients
- Strategic vision for operational excellence and commercial impact
What This Role Offers
- Leadership of high-profile offshore projects across the UK and NW Europe
- Opportunity to shape operational standards and influence strategic delivery within Briggs Marine’s growing subsea division
- A technically demanding and strategically impactful role, ideal for experienced offshore professionals
- Regular offshore travel and operational fieldwork as part of core responsibilities
Benefits & Working Environment
We provide: ✔ Competitive compensation package including:
- Pension scheme
- Life assurance
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Opportunities for on-the-job training and career progression ✔ Flexible working arrangements where possible
As an equal opportunities employer, we actively encourage diversity and inclusion, fostering a supportive work environment for all employees. Applications are welcomed from candidates of all protected characteristics, with reasonable adjustments offered where needed during the application and onboarding process.
Next Steps
Applicants must provide proof of the right to work in the UK. For inquiries, please contact our team or submit an application.
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