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Senior onshore commissioning engineer – aberdeen

Aberdeen
Wood
Commissioning engineer
Posted: 27 May
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Wood Commissioning is recruiting for an experienced Lead Commissioning Engineer to support the Harbour Energy contract based in Aberdeen.

We are seeking a forward‑thinking, pro‑active Lead Commissioning Engineer to join our onshore team to support an exciting portfolio of projects and modifications on the Harbour Energy’s North Sea Assets. The scope is long‑term, supporting a 5‑year contract, and will be largely onshore based with occasional visits offshore to support the commissioning phase of critical projects and modifications. This is a hybrid role, with an expectation of regular presence in the Aberdeen office.

The successful candidate will be engaged on a Limited Company contractor basis operating outside IR35.


Scope of Work

* Lead the safe completion of the project pre‑commissioning / commissioning work‑scope
* Support the project Commissioning Team
* Provide commissioning input to the project plans and schedules
* Develop project commissioning strategy documents
* Review / approve and supervise the design and installation of minor temporary systems / supplies
* Review and approve commissioning procedures – ensure compliance with project standards, specifications and procedures
* Ensure all commissioning activities adhere to all applicable site / project safety procedures and practices
* Actively participate in all company and project safety initiatives
* Liaise with the engineering office to ensure that the fabrication drawings are produced in line with commissioning requirements
* Audit site / project activities on a regular basis to ensure all compliance with project safety, environmental and quality requirements
* Monitor and report commissioning progress on a regular basis
* Approve all system / sub‑system mechanical completion, pre‑commissioning and commissioning sign‑off certificates / milestones
* Ensure a safe Permit to Work and isolation system is in place and adhered to
* Manage / attend project HAZID's / Risk Assessments
* Provide input into audit reviews
* Provide input into budget management and cost control
* Provide input into planning process as requested
* Provide input into safety reviews / walk‑rounds


Qualifications

* HNC / HND (or equivalent) in suitable Engineering subject
* Degree (or equivalent) in Engineering related background an advantage
* BOSIET / MIST / OGUK Medical
* IT Literate (Excel / Word / PowerPoint etc)
* Company mandatory training (Induction, risk awareness etc)
* Task Risk Management Trained Person
* Conversant with Project Management Systems
* PTW Awareness


Knowledge, Skills and Experience

* Demonstrable experience in similar role, with a proven background of delivery
* Strong multidiscipline experience in O&G system commissioning, start‑up and operations
* Recognised O&G process commissioning background
* Experienced in O&G systems commissioning and testing
* Familiar with O&G process equipment, start‑up and operation
* Experienced in planning and coordinating system commissioning activities
* Experienced in running multidiscipline HAZOP's / Risk assessment reviews
* Experienced in the management of system commissioning personnel / team
* Extensive knowledge of O&G related HSEQ safe working practices / procedures
* Experienced in the development and coaching of team members
* Ability to interface and interact with Client Representatives at all levels
* Offshore experience in similar role
* Conversant with HR practices / processes
* Conversant with TRM / Audit process
* Ability to demonstrate effective and efficient management of processes and personnel
* Ability to demonstrate high level understanding of HSE safe working practices and procedures and their implementation
* Ability to manage / maintain budget / schedule requirements
* Fully conversant with the completions and commissioning process
* Ability to interpret project procedures, standards, specifications and drawings including PFD's / P&ID's / SLD's / C&E's etc
* Ability to produce system commissioning strategy documents and review / approve commissioning procedures
* Able to develop / review and approve design of temporary minor utility systems and supplies
* IT literate in all major software packages (Word / Excel / PowerPoint etc)
* Able to implement, manage and audit Permit to Work procedure and Isolation procedures
* Familiar with national / international O&G industry legislation, standards and specifications
* Conversant with completions management software and its functionality
* Good level of understanding of construction / commissioning processes


About Us

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 45 countries, employing around 25,000 people. www.woodplc.com


Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non‑exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.

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