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Invitation to Global Underwater Hub to meet Gillian Martin MSP

Matthew Blair was honoured to receive an invitation to the Global Underwater Hub to meet with Gillian Martin MSP, the Scottish Minister for Energy and the Environment. It was an enlightening occasion during which they discussed the future of the underwater industry. We were truly excited to be part of such a significant conversation. Full […]

We are excited to welcome Vincent Goss to the J+S Subsea Team

Vincent Goss CEng, BEng, FIET brings a wealth of experience gained across a number of key engineering and management positions within the energy sector, spanning 25 years. Specialising in subsea production controls systems, product development, product lifecycle management, asset integrity management, operational support and customer success, Vinny is an exciting appointment for J+S Subsea. Vinny […]

J+S Subsea strengthen management team with internal promotion

J+S Subsea have strengthened their management team thanks to the internal promotion of Thomas Hutchinson to the role of Business Development Manager. This is a key appointment in J+S Subsea’s growth strategy and is part of an internal refresh which will increase operational efficiency. It is also a great example of the development opportunities which […]

Ellon United sponsorship extends into new season

As we move back into the football season, we’re delighted to announce we’re continuing to support Ellon United. J+S Subsea has extended its sponsorship of Ellon United captain Neill Irvine in an exclusive one-year sponsorship deal. Neill – a painter and decorator in the town – will continue to captain the team as the new […]

Worthy winners of Global Underwater Hub STEM challenge

Teenage engineers from across the UK came together recently for Global Underwater Hub’s 2023 STEM Challenge competition. And it was a team of six pupils from Charleston Academy in Inverness that eventually triumphed to lift the title. J+S Subsea was one of the sponsors of the nationwide competition, which promotes a career in engineering to […]

Welcome to J+S Subsea, Cailean Hamilton!

Cailean has joined J+S Subsea on a full-time basis after a successful part-time period whilst completing his Mechanical Engineering college course at North East Scotland College. Cailean was initially meant to start in 2020 as part of his school’s work placement program but unfortunately, due to Covid restrictions this program had to be cancelled. Following […]

ESG and renewables energy journey opening doors for innovative J+S Subsea

“Do it because you want to, not because you have to” – that’s the mantra at J+S Subsea Limited where a focus on the company’s ESG and renewable energy journey opening doors to exciting new opportunities and gaining recognition thanks to a recent award win. Two years on from a management buyout of the subsea […]

Proud moment for the team at J+S Subsea

J+S Subsea have lifted the Best Subsea Equipment Engineering & Operational Support Company 2023 award. The Aberdeenshire-based business has taken the top spot in the awards, based on its quality of service, innovation and sustainability initiatives. Managing director Phil Reid said: “We pride ourselves on understanding customer drivers and priorities so receiving this award is […]

J+S Subsea are proud to be a sponsor of Decom Week

Decom Week 2023 will bring together speakers, exhibitors and delegates from across the spectrum of decommissioning. Factors influencing and inciting change in the industry are on the agenda, with the focus on how the late life and decommissioning sector can make the most of the opportunities these changes present. Click here for more information on […]

Happy Hoppy Easter to you all!

“Hoping your Easter is extra bright and happy this year.” From our very own Managing Director Phil Reid & all at J+S Subsea. (Do not tell him I have shared this lol) J+S Subsea had the pleasure of attending the Power of Energy Charity Gala 2022, while raising vital funds for Scotland’s Charity Air Ambulance […]

J+S Subsea was delighted to host Offshore Energies UK

J+S Subsea was delighted to host, CEO of Offshore Energies UK, David Whitehouse and Bianca Mourik, Membership Relations Adviser from Offshore Energies UK, to discuss how we are currently working in oil and gas, and how this has enabled a SME like J+S Subsea to begin working on their research and development for the renewable industry, mainly the floating offshore wind market. This […]

Global Underwater Hub host a delegation from France

J+S Subsea was happy to be invited to the Global Underwater Hub last week, where they hosted a delegation from France as part of a five-day tour to Scotland. The group met with a variety of GUH member firms active in the offshore wind sector to create partnerships, learn about their knowledge and competence in […]

Coalition for the wind industry circularity

Matthew Blair and T Brian Donaldson attended ‘Creating the Coalition for the Wind Industry Circularity’ (CWIC) launch event at @The Corinthian Club in Glasgow on Tuesday. This event was organised by the Strathclyde University, SSE Renewables and SSE RenewablesParts. Tuesday brought together stakeholders from the energy industry leading the way for Oil & Gas decommissioning, re-purpose and […]

Finalist for the sustainability award at decom week

J+S Subsea is thrilled to share that we have been named a finalist for the sustainability award at Decom week! As one of the leading providers of subsea solutions for the industry, J+S Subsea has demonstrated a strong commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility. From reducing carbon emissions to implementing innovative technologies, we have made […]

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Mark Patterson Non-Executive Chair

Mark Patterson

Non-Executive Chair

Mark’s career spans five decades, marked by entrepreneurial success and visionary leadership across various sectors, including offshore marine technology, subsea oil and gas, green energy storage, and more.

With a track record of leading businesses through start-up, growth, acquisitions, and transformations, Mark’s expertise lies in strategic decision-making, mentoring, and brand management.

He has overseen multimillion-pound projects, pioneered new technologies, and guided companies to international recognition, such as the underwater GPS NASNet®.

His leadership style is direct, inclusive, and based on trust, empowering teams to excel.

Mark’s achievements include managing high-profile global companies, such as Balmoral group, Nautronix and Well-Safe Solutions, where he played key roles in groundbreaking projects. Global explanation and high growth.

Outside of business, Mark is deeply committed to family and charity work, with a passion for shooting, boating, and car collecting. As an experienced executive, he remains dedicated to fostering success by identifying future opportunities and mentoring the next generation of leaders.

Mark Patterson Non-Executive Chair

Mark Patterson

Non-Executive Chair

Mark’s career spans five decades, marked by entrepreneurial success and visionary leadership across various sectors, including offshore marine technology, subsea oil and gas, green energy storage, and more.

With a track record of leading businesses through start-up, growth, acquisitions, and transformations, Mark’s expertise lies in strategic decision-making, mentoring, and brand management.

He has overseen multimillion-pound projects, pioneered new technologies, and guided companies to international recognition, such as the underwater GPS NASNet®.

His leadership style is direct, inclusive, and based on trust, empowering teams to excel.

Mark’s achievements include managing high-profile global companies, such as Balmoral group, Nautronix and Well-Safe Solutions, where he played key roles in groundbreaking projects. Global explanation and high growth.

Outside of business, Mark is deeply committed to family and charity work, with a passion for shooting, boating, and car collecting. As an experienced executive, he remains dedicated to fostering success by identifying future opportunities and mentoring the next generation of leaders.

Phil Reid Managing Director J+S-Subsea

Phil Reid

Managing Director

Phil has worked in the energy industry for over 25 years. He started his career with Kvaerner FSSL progressing through a variety of roles in subsea engineering, from manufacturing to leading some of their most complex projects all over the world. He worked with the original J+S for a period before moving on to Genesis Oil and Gas as a Subsea Controls Engineering consultant; during that period, he was seconded to Centrica Energy (now Spirit Energy) which led to a permanent role as Lead Subsea Controls & Umbilical Engineer for Developments, Capital Projects and Operated Assets. For almost a decade Phil successfully delivered Capital Projects from concept right through to project close out whilst also looking after the running of their subsea assets.

As part of J&S Subsea limited, Phil oversees the day-to-day operations and will grow the business both in the UK and globally. 

James Morris

Engineering Director

James’s career started when he joined the Royal Navy from school as an Artificer Apprentice. After a 5-year Marine Engineering Apprenticeship he served in surface ships HMS Glamorgan, HMS Edinburgh, and HMS Glasgow and at Rosyth as part of an engineering support team. 

Moving into the Energy Industry in 1992, over the next 26 years he gained a wealth of experience within large and small companies on operation, design and project management of subsea control systems and equipment. This period started with several years as a Project Engineer for a family run hydraulic services company Grampian Hydraulics followed by 5 years as a Support Engineer at Kvaerner Oilfield Products.  James joined RRC Controls Services ltd in 2001 before finally moving to J+S Ltd in 2010. At J+S his dedication and technical capabilities were rewarded with several promotions until becoming a member of the management buyout team. 

He has designed an extensive array of subsea equipment from basic cable penetrators to complete subsea control modules. 

James thrives on providing solutions for client’s problems. 

As Engineering Director, James will ensure that the company provides clients with timely, cost effective and technically sound solutions and services. 

Matthew Blair

Executive Chairman

Matt Blair is Executive Chairman of J+S Subsea which was formed in October 2020 through a management buyout of the Subsea Engineering Division of Systems Engineering and Assessment Ltd.

With J+S Subsea and SEA for over 14 years, Matt has a wealth of industry knowledge and expertise.

Previously an Electronics Engineer with Ferranti Computer Systems Ltd specializing in sonar and submarine command systems, Matt moved into hydrographic survey working with Subsea7, Tritech, and CDL before joining J+S Subsea.

He was Vice Chair of the Decom Leadership Group of Decommission and in that role, he facilitated industry and academic studies on potential for reuse and repurposing of decommissioned equipment. He is still actively involved with the reuse agenda through Decommission and OEUK.

Although not part of day-to-day operations, Matt stays close to company strategic matters and is seeking further opportunities to update and transfer Energy technologies and products into the Marine Renewables markets and help to develop the broader circular economy.