Company Description

IOTA Group is recruiting for a SURF Pre-Commissioning & QC Engineering Specialist to support brownfield offshore oil and gas projects in Angola, with preparation activities based in the Paris area.

The role focuses on ensuring safe, compliant, and high-quality execution of subsea (umbilicals, risers, and flowlines) pre-commissioning activities within complex SIMOPS environments on live FPSOs.

The position plays a key role in ensuring readiness for commissioning and successful handover to operations while maintaining strict adherence to HSE, technical standards, and project specifications.

Job Description

• Review, validate, and control pre-commissioning documentation in line with project specifications and international standards
• Witness and monitor offshore pre-commissioning activities and ensure compliance with approved procedures
• Ensure readiness of "Ready for Commissioning" (RFC) status, including as-built and QC documentation tracking
• Identify, report, and follow up on technical deviations, non-conformities, and punch lists
• Support installation and commissioning teams in resolving technical and operational issues
• Participate in project reviews, SIMOPS planning, and contractor coordination meetings
• Monitor contractor performance, progress, and HSE compliance during offshore execution
• Contribute to optimization initiatives and lessons learned across project phases

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in offshore oil & gas projects, ideally SURF or subsea construction
• Strong background in pre-commissioning, QC inspection, and offshore installation activities
• Knowledge of subsea systems (umbilicals, risers, flowlines) and international offshore standards
• Experience working in SIMOPS and brownfield offshore environments (FPSO operations preferred)
• Strong HSE mindset and proven commitment to safety culture
• Excellent reporting, communication, and coordination skills in multicultural environments
• Fluent in English (mandatory); French is an advantage
• BOSIET certification or equivalent offshore safety training required
• Proficiency in MS Office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Additional Information

Location: Paris

Duration: 1 year renewable