Cable Pulling Technician M/F

About SPIE Global Services Energy

As an international subsidiary of the SPIE Group present in around 30 countries in Europe, Africa, Asia Pacific, the Middle East and Americas, SPIE Global Services Energy operates across the entire energy production infrastructure value chain, from design to maintenance. SPIE Global Services Energy relies on an extensive local network to quickly deploy resources and meet its customers' needs in the safest possible conditions.

Drawing on the expertise of its 5,000 employees, SPIE Global Services Energy helps players in the oil, gas and renewable energies industries improve the technical performance of their infrastructure, increase their energy efficiency and reduce their carbon footprint.

With 55,000 employees and a strong local presence, SPIE group achieved in 2025 consolidated revenue of €10.4 billion and consolidated EBITA of €793 million.

SPIE Global Services Energy is looking for E&I Cable Pulling Tech to join its workforce on BONGA Offshore Project in Lagos Nigeria.

• Read and interpret cable schedules, cable routing layouts, termination drawings, wiring diagrams, P&IDs, tray layouts and installation specifications.
• Carry out cable pulling and installation activities for power, control, instrumentation, telecom, fiber-optic, fire alarm, CCTV and other ELV cables as assigned.
• Verify cable routes, tray availability, conduits, ducts and cable trenches before commencing cable-pulling activities.
• Inspect cable drums and verify cable type, size, length, drum number, tag number and destination against approved cable schedules.
• Set up cable drums, rollers, cable socks, pulling ropes, winches and other equipment required for safe and controlled cable installation.
• Perform manual and mechanical cable pulling while maintaining the manufacturer's specified maximum pulling tension, bending radius and installation requirements.
• Ensure cables are properly supported and arranged on cable trays, ladders, conduits, ducts, trenches and underground routes.
• Maintain proper cable separation between power, control, instrumentation, communication and intrinsically safe circuits in accordance with project requirements.
• Ensure cables are not damaged during installation and immediately report any cuts, crushing, excessive bending, sheath damage or other defects.
• Install cables with adequate slack at equipment, junction boxes, panels, marshalling cabinets and termination points to facilitate proper termination.
• Maintain correct cable identification by installing cable tags, markers, ferrules and destination labels at specified locations.
• Dress, arrange and secure installed cables using approved cable ties, cleats, clamps, straps and other cable-management materials.
• Ensure cables are installed neatly and maintain proper routing, spacing, accessibility and workmanship standards.
• Assist electricians and instrument technicians with cable preparation activities, including cable stripping, gland preparation and routing to termination points, within the technician's authorized scope.
• Assist with installation of cables through conduits, cable trays, ladders, underground ducts and cable trenches, including difficult or congested areas.
• Carry out cable pulling in accordance with approved Method Statements, Job Safety Analysis (JSA), Risk Assessments and Permit-to-Work (PTW) requirements.
• Conduct pre-pulling inspections

QHSE

• Ensures HSE policy fulfilment during his activities
• Maintains a strong safety culture in line with Company HSE Requirements and Rules
• Ensures compliance with Operating Procedures & Guidelines with the asset to ensure Process Safety, Operational Safety and Plan Integrity
• Management System, including permit-to-work (PTW) procedures, SIMOPS, tool box talks, and job hazard analyses (JHA). He/she shall immediately address and report any unsafe acts or conditions in the work area

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Education: Minimum HND or B.Sc. in in Electrical Engineering, Electrical/Electronics Technology, or a related technical discipline. Equivalent vocational training with relevant field experience will be considered
• Experience: Minimum of 8-10 years of hands-on experience in electrical construction on oil and gas EPC projects, with at least 4-5 years in a supervisory role specifically covering cable tray installation and cable routing. Experience on offshore platforms, FPSOs, or Deepwater projects is a strong advantage.

Technical Competencies:

• Cable pulling and installation
• Cable drum handling and management
• Cable tray and ladder installation interface
• Cable routing and dressing
• Power and control cable installation
• Instrumentation and telecom cable installation
• Fiber-optic cable handling awareness
• Cable identification and tagging
• Cable pulling tension and bending-radius control
• Cable cleating and securing
• Reading cable schedules and installation drawings
• Cable testing awareness
• Hazardous-area work practices
• PTW, JSA and HSE compliance
• QA/QC inspection and punch-list clearance
• Certifications (Preferred):
• CompEx or equivalent hazardous area certification
• Working at Height certificationConfined Space Entry