2nd Excavator Operator

About the Position

Atlas NextWave is recruiting experienced Excavator Operators for offshore projects worldwide.

You will work on advanced Rock Installation Vessels (RIV) and Fallpipe Vessels (FPV). Your work supports offshore wind farms, subsea cable protection, interconnectors, and pipeline stabilization. You will also contribute to scour protection and other marine infrastructure developments.

The role offers a 6 weeks on / 6 weeks off equal-time rotation. Shifts are 12 hours, so you work in focused, well-structured campaigns.

Responsibilities

• Control specialized offshore excavators with high precision.
• Perform tasks such as rock placement, trench backfilling, and seabed preparation.
• Work closely with survey teams, ROV personnel, and project engineers.
• Utilize GPS guidance and offshore positioning systems to meet strict installation tolerances.
• Follow Permit-to-Work rules and participate in toolbox talks.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and report defects or maintenance needs.

Requirements

• Experience as an Excavator Operator.
• Proficiency with brands such as Hitachi, Caterpillar, Komatsu, and Liebherr.
• Strong safety mindset.

We Offer

• Opportunity to work on advanced offshore projects.
• Competitive rotation schedule.
• Collaborative work environment.

About the Company

Atlas NextWave is a leading recruitment agency specializing in offshore and marine projects. We are committed to building the future of offshore energy with skilled professionals like you.

Start date: November 3rd, 2026

Location: Spain

Type of work: Contract

For more information, contact:

Claudio de Luca

Senior Consultant

+31 6 10 99 12 56

[email protected]