Mechanical Construction Specialist III

Worley; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 400,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

Worley is seeking a Senior Construction Supervisor – Mechanical/Piping to lead site operations in Abu Dhabi, UAE. You will supervise mechanical and piping construction activities, ensure safety, quality and schedule adherence, and coordinate with engineering and QA/QC teams.

The role requires a diploma in engineering and 15+ years of Oil & Gas or Petrochemical experience, with GCC exposure. You will drive HSE compliance and problem solving on complex projects.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Engineering or equivalent from an accredited institute.
• 15+ years of experience in Oil & Gas or Petrochemical sectors, including minimum 5 years in GCC.
• 15+ years experience with 12 years for UAE Nationals.
• Must have at least 5 years in similar roles on major oil & gas / marine projects in GCC.

Responsibilities

• Supervise day-to-day mechanical and piping construction activities at site.
• Monitor fabrication, erection, installation, alignment, testing and reinstatement of piping systems and equipment.
• Supervise installation of static and rotating equipment, piping, valves, supports and related works.
• Ensure work complies with IFC drawings, P&IDs, isometrics and applicable codes and standards.
• Monitor manpower, equipment, productivity and progress against the construction schedule.
• Coordinate with engineering, QA/QC, HSE, planning, materials, commissioning and other disciplines.
• Review piping isometrics, layouts, equipment drawings and tie-ins; manage site modifications.
• Coordinate pipe tie-ins, shutdowns, hydrotesting, flushing and pre-commissioning activities.
• Control welding activities including fit-up, welding, NDT coordination and weld repairs.
• Monitor equipment installation, alignment, preservation and readiness for pre-commissioning.
• Identify construction constraints and coordinate timely resolutions.
• Ensure contractors comply with PTW, lifting, confined-space and working-at-height safety.
• Coordinate inspections, RFIs, punch lists and NCr resolution; support closeout docs.
• Participate in progress meetings and provide updates on progress and priorities.
• Support mechanical completion, pre-commissioning, commissioning and handover.

Skills

Supervisory leadership

Mechanical piping

HSE compliance

Coordination

Education

Diploma in Engineering

Job description

Job Description:

About us

Worley is a global company of energy, chemicals and resources experts headquartered in Australia. We partner with our customers to deliver projects and create value across the life of their assets. We specialize in consulting, engineering, procurement and construction across the project lifecycle, with services extending through to operations and decommissioning. Leveraging extensive experience and AI-enabled delivery, we support customers in navigating complexity as they meet todays needs and transition to more sustainable solutions.

Job Purpose

The Senior Construction Supervisor – Mechanical/Piping is responsible for supervising and coordinating mechanical and piping construction activities, ensuring safe execution, quality compliance, and completion in accordance with approved drawings, project specifications, schedules, and HSE requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise day-to-day mechanical and piping construction activities at site.
• Monitor fabrication, erection, installation, alignment, testing, and reinstatement of piping systems and mechanical equipment.
• Supervise installation of static and rotating equipment, piping, valves, supports, and associated mechanical works.
• Ensure works are executed in accordance with approved IFC drawings, P&IDs, isometrics, specifications, method statements, ITPs, and applicable codes and standards.
• Monitor contractor manpower, equipment, productivity, and progress against the approved construction schedule.
• Coordinate with engineering, QA/QC, HSE, planning, materials, commissioning, and other construction disciplines.
• Review piping isometrics, layouts, equipment drawings, tie-in requirements, and site modifications.
• Coordinate piping tie-ins, shutdown activities, line checks, hydrotesting, flushing, reinstatement, and mechanical completion.
• Ensure proper control and execution of welding activities, including fit-up, welding, NDT coordination, and weld repair requirements.
• Monitor mechanical equipment installation, alignment, preservation, and readiness for pre-commissioning.
• Identify construction constraints, material shortages, interface issues, and technical problems and coordinate timely resolution.
• Ensure contractors comply with PTW, lifting, confined-space, working-at-height, and other applicable HSE requirements.
• Coordinate inspections, RFIs, punch-list clearance, NCR resolution, and construction completion documentation.
• Participate in construction progress meetings and provide updates on progress, constraints, priorities, and recovery actions.
• Support mechanical completion, pre-commissioning, commissioning, system handover, and final closeout activities.

Qualifications & Experience

• Diploma in Engineering or equivalent from an accredited institute
• Minimum of fifteen (15+) years (12 years for UAE Nationals) of experience in the Oil & Gas or Petrochemical industry including minimum five (5) years in GCC region.
• Specific experience or qualification or training or technical certificate shall be provided if required and as applicable.
• Must have at least five (5) years of experience in similar position for major oil & gas / Marine Construction projects including minimum three (3) years projects in GCC region.

Moving forward together

We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. So, our focus is on a values‑inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation. Were building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace. Creating a space where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves, and are heard.

And were not just talking about it; were doing it. Were reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in todays low carbon energy infrastructure and technology. Whatever your ambition, theres a path for you here.

And theres no barrier to your potential career success. Join us to broaden your horizons, explore diverse opportunities, and be part of delivering sustainable change.