Senior Cable Advisor / Senior Offshore Cable Engineer / Cable Installation Advisor
Primo Marine
<p><strong>***Darlington, UK (commutable – hybrid working available). ***</strong></p><p style="min-height: 1.7em;"></p><p>Primo Marine is a specialist marine consultancy supporting some of the world’s most complex <strong><span style="color:#147ab6">offshore energy and subsea cable projects</span></strong>. As demand for offshore wind, interconnectors and HVDC export systems accelerates, we are looking for an experienced <strong><span style="color:#147ab6">Senior Cable Engineer /</span> <span style="color:#147ab6">Cable Advisor</span></strong> to strengthen our UK team.</p><p>This is a <strong><span style="color:#147ab6">hands-on advisory role</span></strong> where your experience will directly influence project safety, execution quality and decision-making for leading developers, contractors and owners worldwide.</p><p style="min-height: 1.7em;"></p><h4><strong><span style="color:#147ab6">Your Role</span></strong></h4><p>As a Senior Cable Advisor, you will act as a trusted technical authority across the full cable installation lifecycle, supporting clients from planning through execution.</p><p>You will:</p><ul><li><p>Provide <strong><span style="color:#147ab6">technical advisory services</span></strong> on subsea cable and pipeline installation projects.</p></li><li><p>Review and assess <strong><span style="color:#147ab6">contractor installation methodologies</span></strong>, risk assessments and procedures.</p></li><li><p>Identify installation risks and propose <strong><span style="color:#147ab6">practical, experience-based mitigation measures.</span></strong></p></li><li><p>Support clients with <strong><span style="color:#147ab6">marine operations safety</span></strong>, constructability and industry best practice.</p></li><li><p>Apply lessons learned from previous projects to improve future execution.</p></li><li><p>Interface confidently with <strong><span style="color:#147ab6">clients, contractors, insurers and authorities.</span></strong></p></li><li><p>Contribute to internal knowledge development and mentoring within Primo Marine.</p></li></ul><p><em><span style="font-size:0.9em"><br></span></em></p><h4><strong><span style="color:#147ab6">About You</span></strong></h4><p>You are a senior professional who combines <strong><span style="color:#147ab6">deep offshore cable experience</span></strong> with clear communication and sound judgement.</p><p>You bring:</p><ul><li><p><strong><span style="color:#147ab6">12+ years’ experience</span></strong> in offshore cable and/or pipeline installation</p></li><li><p>Strong background in <strong><span style="color:#147ab6">subsea power cables (export / inter-array / HVDC)</span></strong> and marine operations</p></li><li><p>Engineering-level education (or equivalent experience)</p></li><li><p>Proven experience reviewing installation methodologies and managing offshore risks</p></li><li><p>Ability to work independently while contributing actively to a collaborative team</p></li><li><p>Calm, structured decision-making in complex or changing project environments</p></li><li><p>Interest in <strong><span style="color:#147ab6">renewable energy and sustainability</span></strong> (strong plus)</p></li></ul><p><strong>Please note:</strong> This role requires you to live within <strong>commuting distance of our Darlington office</strong>.</p><p style="min-height: 1.7em;"></p><p style="min-height: 1.7em;"></p><h4><strong><span style="color:#147ab6">Why Join Primo Marine</span></strong></h4><ul><li><p><strong><span style="color:#147ab6">Hybrid working</span></strong> – office, home or other Primo locations (UK, NL, DE, DK)</p></li><li><p><strong><span style="color:#147ab6">30 days annual leave</span></strong> (with option to buy more)</p></li><li><p>Competitive <strong><span style="color:#147ab6">bonus scheme</span></strong> linked to personal and company performance</p></li><li><p><strong><span style="color:#147ab6">Pension scheme</span></strong> (country-specific)</p></li><li><p>Flexible working hours – you manage your schedule</p></li><li><p>Continuous development via the <strong><span style="color:#147ab6">Primo Academy</span></strong></p></li><li><p>Strong, informal company culture with real technical depth and collaboration</p></li></ul><blockquote><p><em>“It is critical to work in an environment where you can be yourself and trust your colleagues. I have found this at Primo Marine.”</em><br>— <strong>Femi, Senior Expert</strong></p></blockquote><p style="min-height: 1.7em;"></p><p><strong><span style="color:#1F497D">Are you a Primo? A great communicator, having the expertise and growing together - that’s what we do at Primo Marine. Apply now and be part of the journey!</span></strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p> <br> <p><strong><span style="color:#1F497D">Who are we?</span></strong></p><p>At Primo, our clients are at the center of everything we do. With over 300 projects under our belt, we bring deep industry knowledge to every job. We value the fun and joy of working together, both with our clients and within our team. We believe in teamwork, sharing the workload, and investing in activities together. </p><p><strong><span style="color:#1F497D"><br></span></strong></p><p><strong><span style="color:#1F497D">Want to get to know us better? 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