Inshore Survey Manager (6894)

Are you looking for an opportunity with plenty of growth potential? Do you enjoy working in an exciting, fast-paced, collaborative environment? Are you interested in working with the world’s most innovative companies to create a more connected world?

Connecting Continents. Impacting Communities.

The backbone of the Internet is a series of high-tech subsea fiber optic cables deployed throughout the globe - SubCom has deployed over 50% of them. Our employees ensure data communications networks are engineered, manufactured, deployed to the highest standards, enabling faster and more reliable connectivity to communities worldwide. Every member of the SubCom team plays a role in an end-to-end process that is critical to enterprises, governments, big cities, and rural towns.

We encourage, expect, and value creativity, thoughtful risk taking, openness to change, and diverse perspectives. Whether you’re a seasoned applicant seeking a new and exciting challenge, or you’re new to the workforce and looking for a flexible, rewarding, and fast-paced position with an innovative and stable organization (since 1953), SubCom has opportunities to advance your career.

Position Overview

The Inshore Survey Manager is responsible for the planning, coordination, and delivery of nearshore cable route surveys worldwide. This includes coordination of vessels, personnel and equipment and management of contractors to achieve objectives, while maintaining high data quality and operational standards. Acting as the key interface between field teams, suppliers and stakeholders, the Inshore Survey Manager also oversees resource allocation and budget performance within a dynamic inshore operating environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day operations of inshore survey activities, including coordination of nearshore vessels, field teams, and mobilisation logistics.
• Plan and allocate personnel and equipment resources across concurrent inshore projects to meet programme, client, and contractual requirements.
• Lead and oversee execution of inshore survey projects, ensuring safe and efficient delivery.
• Develop, review, and approve task-specific procedures, RAMS, and method statements tailored to shallow water and nearshore operating environments.
• Ensure full compliance with HSE legislation, local regulations, and company policies, with particular focus on dynamic inshore risks (tides, surf zones, port operations).
• Monitor survey data quality and operational performance to ensure deliverables meet agreed specifications, industry standards, and client expectations.
• Provide technical input and support throughout inshore operations.
• Act as the primary interface for clients, suppliers, and local stakeholders during inshore operations, maintaining clear communication and issue resolution.
• Track project budgets and resource costs, ensuring inshore operations are delivered within financial targets.