Based in
Triton, offshore
Reports functionally to
Triton Asset Manage
Reports operationally to
Triton Operations Support Manager
Job Title
Offshore Installation Manager (OIM
Roles that report to this position
Operations Team Lead, Maintenance Integrity Team Lead, Marine Services Team Lead, Medic, Offshore HSE Advisor, Offshore Inspection Engineer, Offshore Construction Supervisor, Chef Manager
Job Summary
The Triton FPSO is operated by Dana Petroleum as the asset duty holder. The OIM is responsible for the health, safety and welfare of the personnel on board the Dana asset and has overall accountability for safe and efficient operations on Triton.
Accountable for the day-to-day planning of all activities and supervision of FPSO personnel and facilities on Triton. The role supports delivery of safe and optimum production.
1. Ensure that the installation is safely managed as described in the Safety Case and statutory legislation, in parallel with Dana’s corporate goals and values.
2. Manage activities on the Triton Installation which will deliver all performance targets in a safe, efficient and cost-efficient way.
3. Engender a culture of continuous HSSE performance improvement and provide visible Site Safety Leadership.
4. Ensure the safety of employees, plant and equipment by providing and applying a safe system of work which complies with Company policy and industry best practice. Protect Dana’s reputation within the UKCS by ensuring license to operate & consent limitations are not exceeded, and all operations comply fully with internal policies/procedures and current legislation.
Roles and Responsibilities
This role has the following responsibilities and outputs
5. Responsible for assurance that all offshore operations comply with Dana’s internal policies and procedures, safety case requirements and external legislation.
6. Promote performance mindset within offshore teams to focus behaviours on safe working and optimising production levels against key targets under the direction of the Dana Leadership Team.
7. Accountable for effective management of emergency response on board the asset
8. Supports emergency response for any related contractors near to the asset, such as divers
9. Accountable for protecting the asset and all Dana infrastructure within the designated 500m safety zone
10. Accountable for system acceptance on all projects and modifications delivered to offshore operations
11. Responsible for meeting Dana’s contractual and regulatory compliance obligations as offshore operator and Duty Holder
12. Specifically, responsible for taking all reasonable steps to ensure asset compliance with the Diving at Work Regulations 1997 during any diving operations
13. Ensure the offshore asset integrity, inspection and fabric maintenance plans are executed
14. Maintains offshore operating budgets and control of associated asset costs
15. Manage and coach the offshore operations team and key contractor personnel
16. Implements and maintains training and competency plans for offshore personnel
17. Offshore focal point for all third party and regulatory inspections and audits
18. Consults in the review of key asset projects and modifications to ensure asset will meet operational requirements
19. Consults on the contracting strategy and service requirement to support asset operations
20. Participate in onshore led activities e.g. HAZOPs / HAZIDs, project reviews as required
21. Develop and implement offshore manning strategies and participate in recruitment
22. Development of future work plans and long-term asset strategy.
23. Establish a collaborative, resilient work environment that equips all levels of the organization to take accountability for achieving stretch goals and shared outcomes.
24. Responsible for individual Training and Competence Compliance as required for your role.
25. Accountable for the overall Competency Compliance of the offshore team on the FPSO. Ensure a proactive approach is adopted to drive Competence throughout the teams.
26. Encourage and support succession planning in the team.
HSEQ Responsibilities
27. Accountable for the health, safety & welfare of all personnel on board.
28. Functional responsibility for assuring effective Process Safety Leadership onboard Triton, including ensuring continuous improvement in related Engineering processes and procedures.
29. Manage and have complete Ownership of the Barrier Model ensuring the required checks and balances in place for effective management of the cumulative risks on Triton.
30. Ensure effective management of Triton Major Accident Hazards, including ensuring minimum numbers of Emergency Response personnel available to react to a major accident event.
31. Demonstrate pro-active Safety Leadership, creating and supporting a culture of employee involvement and continuous improvement.
32. Responsible for the emergency response plans and associated emergency system readiness · Ensure compliance with the environmental management processes and systems.
33. Manage and promote compliance with and contribute to the development and operation of the Safety Management System on Triton.
34. Act as visible role model for offshore safety, maintaining and improving the installation safety culture on a daily basis. Everyone working for or on behalf of Dana Petroleum has the following responsibilities with regard to his or her work to:
35. Familiarise with the Dana Policies, including the policies on HSE, Risk Management and Major Hazards ensuring they are fully conversant with the One Dana Management System.
36. Familiarise with the work and be aware of all associated risks for People, the Environment, Assets and Reputation (PEAR); · Understand and comply with their roles and responsibilities
37. Fully participate in the Dana Serious About Safety Program and additional HSEQ training or instruction by or on behalf of Dana Petroleum;
38. Safety Oversight: Ensure all safety standards and procedures are strictly followed. Report any incident, near miss, hazards (unsafe acts/situations) and improvement suggestions;
39. Risk Management: Conduct regular risk assessments and implement measures to mitigate identified risks. Ensure all risk assessments are correctly documented.
40. Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all operations comply with relevant regulations and standards, ensuring all correspondence is correctly recorded and cascaded.
Management Responsibilities
Everyone working for or on behalf of Dana Petroleum who has Dana staff roles reporting to them has the following responsibilities regarding his or her role as a manager:
Performance Management
41. Performance objectives (SMART goals) for direct reports to be in place and agreed by the end of January. · Performance appraisal for previous year's performance to be held by end of March.
42. Mid-year review conversations to be held with direct reports by end August to ensure that goals are on track and still fit for purpose.
43. Conduct an annual review of the job description for all direct reports. Version to be signed off as part of the performance review on an annual basis.
Job specific skills and
knowledge
44. Visibly and enthusiastically supports business objectives. Possesses and creates a sense of urgency. Drives, differentiates and rewards performance.
45. Quality preparation and active participation in line and functional meetings.
46. Ability to manage a large operations team and develop the competencies of the team
47. Ability to develop relationships with contractors and key stakeholders
48. Ability to facilitate and lead simulations and exercises for operations readiness
49. Experienced OIM with a broad knowledge of offshore Operations and Maintenance that can be applied to improving the performance and delivering safe reliable operations.
50. Experience with floating systems and circular-shaped hull operations preferred.
51. Understands business drivers of UK business and is able to actively identify opportunity and subsequently develop, prioritise and apply reliable solutions.
52. Experience in the formation and implementation of new processes, initiatives and organizations. Able to identify and remove barriers that prevents progress - leads change, as and when required.
Supervisory standards
53. Team Leadership
54. Decision-Making
55. Conflict Resolution
56. Reporting
57. Training Programs
58. Skill Development
General capabilities
59. Excellent interpersonal skills and a good facilitator who can integrate and co-ordinate the work of others to deliver high quality results.
60. Resilient team player who can work in the face of adversity and deliver quality outputs at all times.
61. Show aptitude and skill in the application of a wide range of management styles, choosing that appropriate for the prevailing circumstances.
62. Continuously develop and empower the organisation to optimise business delivery, ensuring adequate resourcing, flexibility, effective succession planning, a robust skills base, and clarity of roles & responsibilities.
63. Exhibit a high degree of skill in respect of effective two-way communication at all levels of, and outside, the organisation.
64. Ensure that people are treated fairly and with respect, openness and honesty, and are valued and recognised for their contribution. Provide coaching in respect of individual and organisational behaviours
65. Highest standards of ethical and professional behaviour, consistent with the company’s values for safety, respect and integrity.
66. Ability to set bold vision to achieve and enlist the support of the Team. Able to motivate, influence and energize others. · Strong communication skills - ability to clearly convey message both verbally and in writing.
67. Ability and willingness to communicate and collaborate across UK Operations team onshore and offshore to keep others informed.
68. Excellent communication skills and clearly focused on delivery and encourages active communication within Team. · Stays positive and can constructively challenge to seek understanding.
Applicants should apply herebefore the closing date of 22nd September 2025.