Maritime Navigation · Offshore Survey Leadership
Precision at sea.
Project under control.
Senior Offshore Navigator & Survey Specialist supporting complex offshore operations across oil & gas, subsea construction, and autonomous systems.
Trusted on complex projects where precision, safety, and delivery matter.
About
I operate at the intersection of offshore navigation, survey operations, and project execution.
Over the past decade, I’ve supported offshore operations worldwide and in international waters, working on oil & gas, subsea construction, and autonomous vessel projects.
I'm typically brought into projects where timelines are tight, operations are complex, and failure is not an option.
My role is to ensure the operation runs smoothly, safely, and delivers exactly what the client expects.
Why clients hire me
- 20+ years offshore operational experience
- Proven delivery on complex shallow & deepwater projects
- Strong bridge between vessel crew, survey teams, and client
- Calm, structured decision-making under pressure
- Experience across seismic, AUV, USV, and offshore survey systems
- Fast integration into active offshore campaigns
I operate where mistakes are expensive and precision matters.
What I Solve
Complex offshore problems require a steady hand.
I step in to stabilize operations, align teams, and ensure delivery.
Discuss your project-
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Team misalignment
Misalignment between offshore teams and client expectations — costly delays, rework, and broken trust.
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Coordination failures
Delays caused by poor coordination between vessel operations, survey crews, and shore management.
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Survey quality gaps
Inconsistent survey quality and reporting that fails to meet client or regulatory standards.
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Communication breakdown
Critical gaps between vessel, survey teams, and project stakeholders causing operational drift.
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Operational inefficiency
Waste, rework, and lost time that erodes project margins and damages client confidence.
How I Work
I don't just support projects — I make them work.
Fast onboarding
Minimal ramp-up time. I integrate quickly into active campaigns and understand the operational picture from day one.
Clear communication
Bridging offshore teams and client — translating technical realities into actionable, clear updates for stakeholders.
Structured execution
No chaos offshore. Methodical, procedure-led operations with full situational awareness and risk management.
Daily reporting
Full visibility at all times. Accurate, concise operational reports aligned with client, class, and regulatory requirements.
Delivery focus
Outcomes over activity. Every decision on the project is made with delivery, safety, and client expectations in view.
Specialist Capabilities
Senior-level expertise across offshore disciplines.
Offshore Navigation
Senior-level operational support for complex projects, including high-precision coordination, advanced system management, and strategic planning in demanding environments.
Offshore Survey Representative
Client side representation ensuring survey quality, positioning integrity, and alignment between offshore execution and project requirements.
AUV Operations Support
Operational coordination and support for AUV campaigns, ensuring smooth integration between vessel operations and subsea execution.
USV Operations Support
Support for autonomous vessel operations including mission planning, remote monitoring, and data quality oversight for hydrographic and survey campaigns.
Project Documentation
High-precision reporting, operational logs, CONOPS development, and project documentation aligned with client, class, and regulatory requirements from day one.
Remote Advisory
Remote support for offshore projects, including operational planning, real-time troubleshooting, and strategic consulting for complex campaigns.
Selected Experience
A record of delivery on demanding offshore projects.
Projects delivered across:
Total · Equinor · CGG · BP · Saipem
Client Representative – Offshore Survey & Construction
Represented client interests across offshore survey, seismic, and construction campaigns globally, ensuring full compliance with project specifications, contractual KPIs, and QHSE standards. Oversaw contractor performance (including Fugro and multi-vessel spreads), verified positioning and data quality, and acted as the key interface between client, survey teams, and offshore operations. Delivered independent assurance on execution, reporting, and operational integrity in complex, high-value environments.
Maritime Robotics · Argeo
USV · AUV Operations Specialist
Led USV and AUV operations across offshore survey and geotechnical campaigns, supporting deployment, mission execution, and system performance from mobilisation through acquisition. Worked with Maritime Robotics platforms (Mariner / Mariner X) and Argeo AUV systems, ensuring safe operations, high data quality, and full compliance with client and project requirements. Scope includes mission planning, CONOPS development, remote operations (ROC), real-time coordination, and integration of survey sensors and positioning systems in complex offshore environments.
Offshore Project & Operations Management
Survey · Seismic · Subsea
Delivered and managed offshore survey and construction operations across global campaigns, coordinating multi-vessel spreads, survey teams, and client stakeholders in complex environments. Oversaw execution from mobilisation through acquisition, ensuring alignment with project objectives, contractual KPIs, and QHSE standards. Known for driving performance, resolving operational challenges in real time, and maintaining schedule, data integrity, and safe delivery under pressure.
Contact
Need an experienced offshore professional on short notice?
Let's talk.
WhatsApp is the fastest way to reach me. I typically respond within a few hours.
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