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What initially drew you to work in this industry or for GMG?

I worked for an insurance broker when I first started working but whilst there I did 2 weeks in the Marine Department. It was the most interesting 2 weeks I’d ever had and I loved the complexities of a world I knew nothing of. It’s an interesting industry and has layers of complexities in each area/department. I learn something new most weeks. I started in insurance and was scouted for their Finance team – and I’ve worked in Finance roles ever since.

What does your job entail?

I account for the Fuel and Lubes used each month by the vessels. I am responsible for the submission of multiple countries/entities VAT returns and process a number of month end journals for the Board Pack.

What advice can you give to someone who is just starting out at GMG?

Look to spend time with different departments to get a deeper understanding of the business and its employees. People build passion.

What’s the best thing about GMG?

Working with people that are passionate and knowledgeable about their jobs.

I have been with the company for 3.5 years and work as a Workshop Technician based in Portsmouth, at the SubConnect facility.

What initially drew you to work in this industry or for GMG?

I originally came to work for Global Marine doing some temporary work through an agency, and after a while was offered a full time role – I loved it, so jumped at the chance!

What does your job entail?

We assemble the cable repair and jointing kits for the ships. When we’re busy, up to 400 kits can go out the door each month, and there are over 20,000 different individual components – so a huge number of variations of kits. They’re sometimes used onboard our ships, but we also sell them to other businesses as well.

What are the most challenging and rewarding aspects of your job?

The computer work can sometimes be challenging. The most rewarding part is seeing the pallets go out of the door with no mistakes. We pride ourselves on delivering things to the highest quality.

What’s the best thing about GMG?

The staff are friendly and I am able to work both on my own or in a team within a good working environment.

I am currently located in the Singapore office, I re-joined the company in August 2023 as a Senior Project Manager, the same position that I help in my first stint with GMG from June 2016 – April 2019.

What initially drew you to work in this industry?

Coming from the oil & gas industry, the telecoms industry had similarities in terms of the offshore assets being used. However, what interested me the most was learning new technical methodologies for underwater installations, especially in deep water.

What is the best thing about working at GMG?

The people around you, as well as the flexibility that company provides to all employees.

What initially drew you to work in this industry?

Following a career change, Global Marine offered me an amazing opportunity to work in a unique and very specialised industry sector, which instantly appealed to me.

What does your job entail?

Helping to promote a safe working culture within our shore-based sites.

What’s the best thing about working at GMG?

The team!

I joined Global Marine Group in March 2019, working between Washington, Chelmsford and home.

What does your job entail?

When I started with Global Marine, I carried out admin for the Subsea & Cable Departments, which then grew to covering projects with Procurement and Invoicing.

What is the best thing about working at GMG?

The varied tasks thrown at me everyday! The team spirit that is shown throughout, both in the offices and on the vessels.

What are the most challenging aspects of your job?

I love solving any problems / issues whether it is sorting out invoice issues or showing someone a shortcut on IFS that will make their life easier – everyday is a school day!

How long have you been with GMG and where are you located?

I have been at the company in a variety of different roles for 14 years and I am based in the Chelmsford office.

What does your job entail?

I am the Assistant Maintenance Agreement Manager for the North America Maintenance Zone (NAZ) and I oversee all of the cable repairs, surveys and other operations with the NAZ Zone, working alongside the Innovator and the Cable Depot.

What initially drew you to work in this industry or for GMG?

If I am honest, in the beginning this industry was not my first choice. I had always known about GMG through my Dad’s career here and I had heard great things, I was very lucky to be able to be offered an opportunity.

What is the best thing about working at GMG?

Working with such experienced and knowledgeable colleagues and the opportunity for growth within the company.

How long have you been with the GMG and where are you located?

From 1st January 2000 until 2004 when I took a 15 month ‘sabbatical’ and then from 2006 until the present day – located at Chelmsford.

What does your job entail?

Imagineering new subsea technologies within a multi-talented team driving what is achievable by Global Marine Group’s adapted resources.

What is the best thing about working at GMG?

Great people and team ethics. People look out for each other.

In terms of successes, which accomplishments are you most proud of?

I was part of the team that designed, tested and installed the worlds smallest form factor repeater in 2009 and the first system deployment is still fault free today (apart from locals digging up the beach to melt the copper in the cable back in 2011!) Also, the recent deployment of the first SMART demonstrator system, integrated at Chelmsford, to monitor seismology events and localised pressure and temperature across active tectonic plate subduction zones

How long have you been with GMG?

I first joined Cable & Wireless in 1998ish to work in Subsea, I left in 2003 to go back to University (sponsored by Global Marine) and completed an Engineering and Business degree in Newcastle. I joined an Oil and Gas Subsea operator to get into a management role where I progressed to Operations Director, and worked at that level for over ten years before returning to Global Marine in 2021, now based up in Washington. 

What does your job entail?

I work as part of the Fleet technical team to look after the subsea assets on all GM vessels and back deck equipment on the Normand Clipper. On top of supporting the offshore live operations, I really enjoy leading projects to build new equipment. Since returning to GM we have delivered Plough K, Cable working equipment and winches on Normad Clipper, Plough M and my current project is the upgrade of ST205. I spend around a month or so of the year travelling to the vessel to inspect the equipment we support from shore and meet the teams offshore who keep the show on the road!

What’s the best thing about working for GMG?

I’m fortunate that when we need a new asset to deliver a project requirement, I get to work with almost all departments in the company from projects, procurement, legal, engineering, marketing, HR and accounts. In comparison to working in Oil and Gas and the renewables industry, I find Global Marine a much friendlier, welcoming place to work. It really is a place where you’ll always find the answer needed, as the staff who work here offshore and onshore have a wealth of experience and love to share it. No matter how much I think I know about a topic, I always have people I can turn to and chat with to find the best solutions.

I have been with the company for almost five years, starting out in Route Engineering, part of the OceanIQ business, before joining Global Marine’s Cable Engineering team at the start of last year. I am based in the Chelmsford office.

What initially drew you to work in this industry or for GMG?

My oldest friend’s Dad worked in the telecommunications industry when we were growing up and knew of Global Marine. With my degree in Ocean Science it seemed like a good fit, so I kept an eye on vacancies after I graduated and eventually got a job!

What does your job entail?

I spend most of my time in Makai’s cable laying software, analysing data that comes back from the installation ships and running simulations of past or future events. I also support the vessels and Projects team with all things survey-related, which can involve procuring equipment such as GPS receivers and various computer components, for example.

What’s the best thing about GMG?

The opportunity to learn about such a wide variety of disciplines ranging from mechanical, optical and electrical engineering to geology and even a bit of computer science.

How long have you been with GMG and where are you located?

I started in 1998 with an agency but was taken on in 2000. I’m based down at our Portland Depot.

What does your job entail?

Being Senior Cable Technician means I have the main responsibility of ensuring all cable transfers, whether internally or externally are completed safely and within KPI’s. I also have to organise and supervise up to 10-15 staff per shift if needed.

What is the best thing about working at GMG?

I can honestly say it’s the camaraderie between each department, being either shore or fleet based, makes it very easy to come to work.

What are the most challenging and rewarding aspects of your job?

I would say the most challenging is not knowing how each job is going to turn out, as no two cable ops are ever the same and the reward is getting it done.

I started working for GMG in March 2010 and I am based in Chelmsford.

What does your day-to-day job look like?

I am responsible for the various GeoCable databases and the GeoCable software, managing updates, improvements, new data entries, and making sure that all internal and external users/customers have all data and analyses available when needed.

What are the most challenging and rewarding aspects of your job?

Most challenging aspects are managing data quality and accuracy, handling data privacy, integrating diverse data sets from numerous sources, navigating resource constraints, and keeping up to date with developments in GIS technology. Most rewarding is the feeling of accomplishment after successfully solving a tricky problem.

Did anyone inspire you to pursue the career you have today? If so, who and how?

My geography teacher sparked my interest in spatial data and mapping. After attending an information day at the University in Berlin, I decided to take the course in land surveying which included all aspects of spatial data and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) which back then was in its early stages.

What’s the best advice you can give to someone who is just starting out at GMG?

Ask questions, actively seek feedback and be adaptable to new environments.