Commissioning Manager

Client of Brunel; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 551,000 - 845,000; Full time

Job summary

Client of Brunel is seeking a Commissioning Manager on a contract basis for major oil and gas projects. You will oversee commissioning activities, lead diverse teams, and ensure installations meet project specs and industry standards.

Close collaboration with engineering, operations and clients is essential to drive successful outcomes. The role requires a Bachelor’s in Engineering and 7+ years in commissioning, with strong leadership, HSE knowledge, and travel to remote sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical discipline.
• 7+ years of commissioning experience in oil & gas projects.
• Proven leadership in managing commissioning teams and complex projects.
• Strong knowledge of commissioning processes, standards, and best practices.
• Familiarity with health, safety, and environmental regulations in oil & gas.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Willingness to travel and work at remote project sites.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and oversee all commissioning activities for oil and gas projects.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams and manage schedules with engineering, operations and clients.
• Develop detailed commissioning plans and procedures.
• Direct on-site commissioning teams and supervise activities.
• Coordinate with engineering, procurement and construction teams.
• Ensure compliance with HSE regulations and standards.
• Monitor progress and report to project management and clients.
• Troubleshoot technical issues during commissioning phases.
• Manage resources and budgets related to commissioning activities.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management software

Job description

We are partnering with our client a respected organization in the oil and gas sector to appoint a Commissioning Manager on a contract basis. In this pivotal role you will be at the heart of major projects ensuring systems and equipment are installed, tested and commissioned in line with project specifications and industry standards. You will collaborate closely with engineering, operations and stakeholders playing a key role in driving successful outcomes and strengthening our client s position in the market.

Key Responsibilities

• You will be responsible for planning, coordinating and overseeing all commissioning activities for oil and gas projects.
• You will lead multidisciplinary teams, manage schedules and collaborate closely with engineering, operations and clients to deliver successful project outcomes.
• Developing detailed commissioning plans and procedures
• Leading and supervising commissioning teams on site
• Coordinating with engineering, procurement and construction teams
• Ensuring compliance with health, safety and environmental regulations
• Monitoring progress and reporting to project management and clients
• Troubleshooting technical issues during commissioning phases
• Managing resources and budgets related to commissioning activities

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in commissioning within the Oil and Gas sector.
• Proven leadership skills in managing commissioning teams and complex projects.
• Strong knowledge of commissioning processes, standards, and best practices.
• Familiarity with health, safety, and environmental regulations specific to Oil and Gas.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Willingness to travel and work at remote project sites.
• Proficiency in project management software and Microsoft Office Suite.