Engineer I - Construction (Preservation & Maintenance)

Petrofac; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Petrofac in the United Arab Emirates invites a seasoned Senior Preservation Engineer to lead preservation during construction and commissioning. Implement procedures, monitor KPI, and coordinate with site teams and vendors for a safe, compliant project.

The role requires a Mechanical Engineering degree and extensive oil & gas preservation experience across multiple sites, with strong leadership and collaboration skills.

Qualifications

• Excellent leadership and communications skills.
• Experience in direct hire construction with an international E&C company including at least 5+ site experience in the oil & gas industry handling preservation.
• Has knowledge and experience to independently perform, solve complex issues and provide guidance.
• Relevant degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited college or university.

Responsibilities

• Take accountability for the whole preservation tasks and activities.
• Implement the Project preservation program throughout construction and commissioning.
• Lead preservation engineers on site to ensure effective monitoring.
• Gather preservation data for status reporting to project management.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Oil & Gas preservation

Site experience

Team coordination

Education

Mechanical Engineering degree

Job description

Petrofac is a leading international service provider to the energy industry, with a diverse client portfolio including many of the world’s leading energy companies.

We design, build, manage and maintain infrastructure for our clients. We recruit, reward, and develop our people based on merit regardless of race, nationality, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, marital status or disability. We value our people and treat everyone who works for or with Petrofac fairly and without discrimination.

The world is re-thinking its energy supply and energy security needs; planning for a phased transition to alternative energy sources. We are here to help our clients meet these evolving energy needs.

This is an exciting time to join us on this journey.

Are you ready to bring the right energy to Petrofac and help us deliver a better future for everyone?

Key Responsibilities:

• The Senior Preservation Engineer is the person who take accountability of the whole preservation tasks and activities. The Lead Engineer Preservation will be assigned by the Construction team and deployed during the early phases of design
• Implement the Project preservation program throughout the construction and commissioning phase of Project lifecycle from the receipt of equipment / materials till handover to Company in-line with the approved Project Preservation Procedure
• Leads the preservation engineers on site to ensure effective monitoring of Preservation Program
• Gather preservation activities information and data for reporting of status updates to project management. Track, monitor and report preservation program KPI’s
• Liaise with Company, Vendors, Construction Partners / Subcontractors, QA/QC, other discipline heads etc., on all matters regarding preservation and cleanliness
• Review and approve Subcontractor’s clean-build and preservation plan
• Finalize and implement the preservation check sheets and inspection test records (P-ITRs); ensuring coverage for all critical equipment and liaise with the Turnover Coordinator to ensure P-ITRS are reflected in Systems Completion electronic database
• Schedule and execute regular walkthrough and field inspections and capture findings
• Initiates follow up actions with responsible Supply Chain, Construction, and Commissioning site teams for close out of findings
• The above is an outline of key duties and accountabilities, rather than an exclusive or exhaustive list of responsibilities. The post holder is expected to undertake any tasks which may reasonably be expected within the scope of the position
• The postholder is expected to adhere to the Golden Rules of Safety (transitioning to ‘The 9 Lifesaving Rules in 2020) and the Petrofac Values
• In this role there is responsibility and potential impact in terms of cost, reputation etc. in the event of misjudgement or wrong decision
• Prior experience working with a diverse international workforce
• Experience in management of preservation of project equipment and materials

Essential Qualifications and Skills:

• Excellent leadership and communications skills
• Experience in direct hire construction with an international E&C company including at least 5+ site experience in the oil & gas industry handling preservation
• Has knowledge and experience to independently perform, solve complex issues and provide guidance.
• Relevant degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited college or university.