Job Description

Job Category: Construction & Commissioning Delivery
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Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world.
The Role
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Lead Hookup and Commissioning Engineer with a proven track record in development of the Hook up Workpacks
Our Clients and Projects
Designing the future. Transforming the world.
Across EMEA, our teams are providing solutions and expertise to support our growing client base, focused on combining maintenance and operations with asset management, modifications and engineering services across the energy and materials markets.
We are focused on growth and our strategy is centered around building partnerships with our clients across the three regions: UK, Norway and the Middle East and Africa.
What we can offer

• Meaningful and interesting projects: Delivered to high profile clients across the Energy Sector
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: We are an organization actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business
• Competitive remuneration package: With regular reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market
• Medical Insurance: Ensures inpatient, and outpatient medical care is available should you require treatment
• Group Life and Personal Accident Insurance: The company provides Life Assurance cover
• End of Service Gratuity: In line with UAE Labor Law, all employees are eligible for an End of Service benefit
• The Employee Share Plan: Gives you the opportunity to purchase Wood shares and receive a match from the company
• Long Service Award: Wood values the commitment and loyalty of our people. Celebrating Long Service provides an opportunity for the business to demonstrate their appreciation of the hard work, dedication and many years' services of our employees at 5 - year service milestones
• Commitment to continued professional development: Development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests
• Global connections: Join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession
• Energy Transition Academy: Join a community of experts sharing your knowledge and gaining more exposure to a variety of existing and emerging energy systems - delivered by experts in their field

Responsibilities:
Key Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Preparation of Hook up Workpacks
• Execute and oversee the hook-up and commissioning activities in compliance with industry standards, project specifications, and safety regulations
• Develop and implement detailed hook-up plans, commissioning procedures, and strategies for onshore and offshore projects
• Coordinate and supervise interdisciplinary teams involved in hook-up and commissioning activities, ensuring efficient project execution
• Conduct pre-commissioning and commissioning activities such as systems testing, equipment inspections, and functional checks
• Identify and resolve technical issues during the hook-up and commissioning phase, in collaboration with relevant stakeholders
• Review project specifications, drawings, and design documents to ensure technical completeness and accuracy for hook-up and commissioning
• Provide technical guidance and support to junior engineers, ensuring their adherence to project timelines and quality standards
• Collaborate with project management and procurement teams to ensure adequate and essential commissioning spares, resources, equipment are identified and available.
• Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation measures to ensure safety during hook-up and commissioning operations
• Ensure compliance with project requirements, industry codes, and standards, including the integration of environmental and sustainability aspects

The specific skill set required for these roles includes the ability to develop detailed work packs for offshore assets. This should cover as minimum:

• Method statement
• Hook-up details
• Bill of quantities
• Man-hour estimates for executing the job
• Required tools for each work scope
• Material handling details, and more
• Commissioning procedures and check sheets

Qualifications:
Essential Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical
• Proven 15 years' experience in hook-up, commissioning, and start-up, preferably in oil and gas offshore projects
• Strong knowledge of industry best practices, standards (API, ISO), and regulations related to hook-up and commissioning activities
• Worked with and fully understands Industry Safe system of work principles, Work Permits, and sanction to test.
• (Process Discipline Engineer) Good Working Knowledge of Process and Safety Control systems.
• Proficiency in utilizing project management tools and software for planning, scheduling, completions and tracking hook-up and commissioning activities
• Excellent communication and leadership skills to effectively liaise with interdisciplinary teams, stakeholders, and clients
• Demonstrated ability to resolve technical challenges, implement innovative solutions, and ensure continuous improvement
• Proactive mindset with a strong focus on safety, quality, and delivering projects within defined timelines and budget constraints
• Competent in analyzing technical documents, drawings, and specifications to identify discrepancies and propose corrective actions
• Strong decision-making abilities under pressure, with the ability to prioritize tasks and allocate resources efficiently

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 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people.
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.