Job details
Location:
Europe
Start Date:
April / May
Duration:
2 Years
We are supporting a specialist offshore workover and abandonment campaign in the UK, focused on Hydraulic Workover (HWO) operations across plug and abandonment (P&A) scopes.
We are seeking experienced HWO Supervisors to lead offshore crews and oversee safe, efficient execution of workover and abandonment operations using HWO units.
Role Purpose
The HWO Supervisor will be responsible for supervising offshore operations, ensuring all workover and abandonment activities are executed in line with approved SOPs, safety standards, and operational requirements.
This role acts as the senior authority on location, managing crew performance, operational delivery, and compliance throughout the campaign.
Key Responsibilities
Supervise offshore HWO crews across workover and P&A operations
Ensure all activities are executed in line with SOPs and operational procedures
Maintain full compliance with HSE and well control standards
Oversee safe execution of Hydraulic Workover operations
Coordinate offshore personnel and ensure efficient operational delivery
Act as the on-site authority for operational decision-making and reporting
Technical Project Context
(Provided for clarity on operational scope)
Operation Type: Hydraulic Workover & Plug and Abandonment
Environment: Offshore UK
Equipment: Hydraulic Workover Units
Scope: Workover and abandonment campaigns
Additional Information
Rotational offshore role (21/21)
Long-term contract (2 years)
Interview process scheduled for mid-April with quick turnaround to hire
International candidates considered (must be eligible to enter the UK)
Proven experience as an HWO Supervisor in offshore environments
Strong background in Hydraulic Workover and P&A operations
Previous offshore operational leadership experience
Experience working with HWO units in safety-critical environments
Preferred / Advantageous Background
Experience as a Jack Operator
Previous UK offshore project experience
Ability to mobilise quickly for ongoing campaigns
Strong leadership in offshore crew environments
Certifications (Mandatory)
BOSIET
OGUK Medical
Why Performance Energy
Performance Energy specialises in deploying experienced offshore personnel into complex workover, drilling, and abandonment projects. Our focus is on technical credibility, operational delivery, and ensuring consultants are fully aligned to project and safety requirements.