Job Description

Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world.

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Reliability Engineer with a proven track record in overseeing the design, operation, and maintaining rotating equipment, ensuring performance, reliability, and compliance with industry standards for a high-profile client.

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

Overview/Responsibilities:

Root Cause Analysis and Problem Prevention


Conduct thorough root cause analysis to determine the underlying causes of equipment and system problems and recommend the necessary remedial actions. This involves investigating incident reports, performing detailed studies, and utilizing advanced analytical tools


Develop and implement new maintenance procedures aimed at preventing recurrences of identified issues. These procedures should be based on the latest industry standards and tailored to the specific needs of the organization


Design and implement procedures for monitoring and testing equipment to ensure optimal performance. This includes developing testing protocols and using diagnostic tools to anticipate and mitigate potential failures


Identify and integrate new technologies and processes that can enhance equipment performance and reliability. This involves researching advancements in the field and conducting pilot tests to evaluate their feasibility and effectiveness


Collaborating with other departments to ensure reliability is a key consideration in all organizational processes. This requires clear communication and coordination to align reliability goals with broader company objectives


Implement effectively the Reliability Management System to ensure a structured, consistent, and multi-discipline approach to reliability improvement during the operational phase


Perform equipment criticality assessment as required. Conduct analysis and studies related to risk-based maintenance strategy such as Reliability Centred Maintenance (RCM) and Review of Existing Maintenance (REM) to ensure optimal function during the equipment life cycle


Participate in the reliability, availability, and maintainability (RAM) studies to identify bottlenecks and improve the plant performance


Analyze different Reliability Factors using Reliability Analytics intended to maintain and predict the equipment and system reliability measures


Provide support in risk strategies like risk-based inspection (RBI) and safety integrity level (SIL) to contribute in maintaining the equipment level at a high integrity.


Data Analysis and Solution Implementation


Maintenance and Monitoring Procedures


Create and maintain detailed maintenance schedules to prevent equipment failures. These schedules should be dynamic, incorporating feedback from equipment performance data and predictive maintenance techniques


Analyze statistical data to predict failures and implement preventative measures. Leverage historical data and predictive analytics to forecast potential issues and plan maintenance activities accordingly


Develop inspection criteria and functionality tests to monitor equipment health. Ensure these criteria are comprehensive and regularly updated to reflect the latest operational insights and technological advancements


Ensure maintainability information is up-to-date and details efficient repair processes. This includes creating detailed repair manuals and training maintenance personnel in the best practices.

Skills / Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in science or in Engineering Mechanical/Electrical etc.


Minimum 15 years of experience in reliability engineering within the Oil and Gas industry


HSSE MS and Risk Management


Terminal Operations


Budget Planning and monitoring


Compliance/Assurance, Project Management & Performance Monitoring and Reporting


Background in rotating equipment maintenance, electrical equipment maintenance, vibration analysis, ultrasound, lube oil analysis, thermography, and the relevant electrical condition monitoring techniques and troubleshooting


Strong understanding of maintenance and reliability programs related to industrial facilities to maximize equipment up-time, optimizing plants' turnarounds/shutdowns


Awareness about analysis programs such as reliability centered maintenance (RCM), risk-based inspection (RBI), and instrument protected function (IPF)


Experience in root cause analysis techniques


Technical ability in understanding the relevant codes, standards, and inspection methods


Knowledge of HSE procedures and practices.



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. 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.