Commissioning Lead

Wood Group

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Wood is recruiting for a Commissioning Lead to join its Commissioning Services business focusing on onshore major capital projects. This opportunity is onsite. The CSU Manager/ Lead will have full responsibility to direct and execute commissioning activities for greenfield/brownfield oil & gas upstream projects. Wood's Commissioning Services business works with leaders across renewables and emerging energy sectors.

Requirements

• A degree in Engineering or relevant experience in Oil and Gas and mining. Equivalent industry certifications and experience will be considered
• A detailed working knowledge of onshore gas processing facilities including power generation and distribution, control and safety systems, oil and gas separation, turbine-driven gas compression, rotating equipment, utility support, and lifesaving systems
• Familiarity with construction and commissioning safety processes, including Permit To Work, Lock-Out/Tag-Out, Company Safety Program, safety audits, commissioning strategies, and related procedures
• 10+ years of oil and gas upstream/midstream/downstream, chemicals, LNG commissioning, start-up, and operations experience, particularly commissioning and start-up experience of large capital projects, multi-discipline leadership in CSU of facilities

Nice To Haves

• Even if you don't match every statement below but have relevant experience or skills, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities

• Prepare commissioning philosophy, schedule, and procedures during the project execution phase
• Commission and start-up all systems, completing the commissioning work-scope in a logical and controlled sequence to project specifications
• Oversee day-to-day commissioning activities, directing a team of commissioning engineers, technicians, operations personnel, other contractors, and vendor support personnel
• Support system handover and acceptance from the construction team, including system discipline walk downs and punch list generation
• Report to the Project Manager on issues regarding commissioning, start-up schedule, and progress
• Interface with client management regarding commissioning and start-up
• Ensure all commissioning resources are utilized cost-effectively
• Define system priority handover list from construction to commissioning
• Develop and assist in developing project manpower estimates and system commissioning schedules
• Develop and maintain the commissioning budget
• Review commissioning test equipment and material take-offs for onshore and offshore execution
• Develop vendor call-out requirements and schedule for specialized vendor-supplied equipment and overall vendor coordination
• Prepare systems for final inspection and hand over to the operations team after commissioning procedures are complete
• Assist in evaluating and selecting commissioning team staff members, declaring and assigning roles and responsibilities
• Proficiency in MS Office applications (e.g., Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint)
• Perform other duties as assigned or requested

Benefits

• Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team, and individual needs
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion with employee networks giving all employees a voice
• Competitive salary with regular reviews to ensure market alignment
• Flexible benefits package adapted to suit your lifestyle
• Commitment to professional development through tailored development plans
• Global connections with leading industry experts shaping our profession

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior