Commissioning Site Leader

Synapsco; Dubai; On-site; AED 293,793 - 440,690; Full time

Job summary

Synapsco seeks an experienced engineer for a commissioning role based in Dubai, UAE. The position involves overseeing pre-commissioning and commissioning execution phases, ensuring compliance with project requirements and safety protocols.

Candidates should have over 10 years of experience in the Oil & Gas industry, particularly with HP compressors and safety management. Fluency in English is required. Competitive package offered, alongside opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in Oil & Gas Projects activities, familiar with onshore installation.
• Experience with HP compressors, Acid Gas Removal Units is a plus.
• Fluency in English is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Participate in commissioning risk assessments and validate safety procedures.
• Review and approve commissioning preparation deliverables.
• Ensure commissioning activities comply with schedules and permits.
• Counter-sign and manage documentation for commissioning
• Document and share lessons learned from commissioning.

Skills

Oil & Gas Project Management

Team Coordination

HSE Compliance

Communication

Education

Engineer Qualifications

Job description

Dubai, United Arab Emirates | Posted on 09/07/2025

Pre‑commissioning responsibilities

• Position based in United Arab Emirates (Dubai), resident, with mission to construction sites and vendor premises (FAT)
• Ensure HSE aspects are proactively addressed during the preparation phase by participating in commissioning risk assessments and validating that all safety requirements are reflected in contractor procedures.
• Review and approve commissioning preparation deliverables from the contractor, including work distribution, system/sub‑system breakdown, prioritization, resource planning, scheduling, and team coordination.
• Review and approve the Commissioning procedures (transfer, interfaces, punch list, internal organization…)
• Validate that all commissioning team members and contractors are trained and competent in COMPANY standards, safety protocols, and commissioning methodology.
• Optimise the Commissioning schedule and start‑up sequence.
• Validate the mobilization plan for personnel and vendors.
• Liaise with vendor package leaders to confirm readiness for FATs, site support, and troubleshooting during commissioning.
• Identify and address all interface issues with other project packages with respect to Commissioning.
• Validate the overall Commissioning plan.
• Coordinate early engagement with Field Operations to ensure alignment on commissioning boundaries, handover expectations, and operational readiness.

Commissioning execution phase

• Position based in Iraq (construction site), rotational (4 ON, 4 OFF)
• Ensure that commissioning activities are executed safely and in full compliance with project requirements, schedule, and milestones.
• Ensure that all commissioning activities are executed under the appropriate permit-to-work system and that SIMOPS (simultaneous operations) risks are mitigated.
• Responsible for witnessing and monitoring the Pre‑commissioning activities performed by the Contractor.
• Countersign all Pre‑commissioning dossiers at Ready For Commissioning (RFC) status.
• Control all Commissioning activities performed by the Contractor.
• Check progress against planning and recommend any necessary corrective actions.
• Manage punch list clearance prior to final commissioning completion.
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting of commissioning activities.
• Report immediately any unexpected events which may affect the Commissioning of the plant or the start up.
• Review and approve the Commissioning dossiers after completion of Commissioning activities and sign the Achievement Of Commissioning and Transfer to Operations and Maintenance certificates.
• Ensure that all systems meet the defined criteria for handover to Operations, including documentation, punch list clearance, and performance testing.
• Document and share lessons learned during commissioning to support continuous improvement and future project phases.

Requirements

Qualification: Engineer Professional Experience:

• 10+ years of experience in Oil & Gas Projects activities and familiar with typical onshore installation.
• Previous experience in projects involving HP compressors, Acid Gas Removal Units, Gas Dehydration and NGL Extration and Fractionation is a plus.
• Good ability to organize and manage a team and coordinate his activities and responsibilities with other entities/stakeholders of the Project (Packages Managers, Construction, Vendors, other Commissioning entities and Field Operations team).
• Experience working in a client role interfacing with EPC/EPSCC contractors. Language: fluency in English is mandatory.