Operations Readiness & Assurance Engineer

Tanqeeb

Abu Dhabi

On-site

AED 180,000 - 240,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Group Life Insurance

End of Service Gratuity

Employee Share Plan

Long Service Award

Job summary

Wood invites an experienced Operations Readiness & Assurance Engineer to safeguard safe, efficient startup and operations for major energy projects. You will bridge project delivery and asset operations, ensuring ADNOC standards are embedded and handover is seamless.

The role emphasizes OR&A strategy, design operability, training, and risk management with global teams and large CAPEX projects in the UAE. Wood offers extensive employee development and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

Degree in a related discipline.
Minimum 15 years in Oil & Gas EPC/EPCM projects.
At least 5+ years in a supervisory preservation role.
Experience on major CAPEX projects (ADNOC or equivalent operators preferred).
Strong understanding of operations readiness frameworks and commissioning/start-up processes.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement the OR&A plan and strategy.
Coordinate OR&A stage-gate reviews (FEL, detailed engineering, pre-commissioning, start-up).
Conduct readiness assessments, audits, and assurance reviews.
Ensure operability, maintainability, and safety are embedded during design through reviews.
Lead training and competency assurance for operations personnel.
Interface with ADNOC Operations, EPCM disciplines, and commissioning teams to ensure smooth handover.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Coordination

Safety culture

Effective communication

Detail-oriented

Multicultural EPCM experience

Education

Degree in related discipline

Tools

CMMS

Job description

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Operation Readiness & Assurance Engineer to ensure that all facilities, systems, personnel, and processes are fully prepared for safe, efficient, and reliable start-up and operations for a high-profile client.

Our Clients and Projects

Designing the future. Transforming the world

Wood's Oil, Gas & New Energies business is built on a strong legacy of delivering large and complex projects for national and international energy companies across the globe. We have experienced teams, a proven delivery model and a strong reputation.

We are the market-leading provider of integrated and innovative solutions that challenge the status-quo in the oil and gas upstream and midstream, onshore and offshore, gas to liquids and decarbonization and electrification markets. We pride ourselves in steady and predictable delivery, setting our sights on an exciting growth trajectory.
Energy security, transition and supply have never been more important. You, our enabling teams, are at the very forefront of transformative projects that are providing sustainable power to generations to come. We are the ones to bring low‑carbon concepts to reality.

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 organisation 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’ service 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

Job Objective

To ensure that all facilities, systems, personnel, and processes are fully prepared for safe, efficient, and reliable start-up and operations, by implementing structured Operations Readiness & Assurance (OR&A) processes across all project phases. This role bridges project delivery and asset operations, ensuring seamless handover to ADNOC Operations.

Wood is a global leader in consulting, engineering and operations for the energy and materials sectors. With 33,000 people in around 50 countries, Wood supports clients across the full asset lifecycle, delivering safe, predictable outcomes while enabling resilient operations and a lower carbon future. Wood forms the Energy & Materials pillar of Sidara - a global partnership uniting leading multidisciplinary engineering, design, and project management companies. www.woodgroup.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.

Responsibilities

1. OR&A Strategy & Planning

Support development and implementation of the Operations Readiness & Assurance Plan
Define readiness criteria aligned with ADNOC standards and project objectives

Establish OR&A philosophy covering:

People readiness
Process readiness
Systems and asset readiness

2. Assurance & Stage Gate Reviews

Coordinate and participate in OR&A stage gate reviews (e.g., FEL, detailed engineering, pre‑commissioning, start‑up)
Verify readiness against defined criteria before progression to next project phase
Conduct readiness assessments, audits, and assurance reviews

3. Operational Input into Design

Ensure operability, maintainability, and safety are embedded during design by:
Reviewing P&IDs, HAZOP/HAZID outcomes
Participating in design reviews and constructability assessments

Provide operational feedback on:

Accessibility
Maintainability
Spare parts strategy
Control philosophy

4. Procedures & Documentation ReadinessCoordinate development and validation of:

Prepare project OR&A Plan
Operating procedures (normal, start‑up, shutdown, emergency)Maintenance procedures
SIMOPS plans

Ensure all documentation is complete, approved, and aligned with ADNOC operational standards

5. Training & Competency Assurance

Produce development of training plans and competency frameworks for operations personnel. Coordinate:

Classroom and on‑the‑job training during commissioning phase
Vendor training sessions
Simulator‑based training (if applicable)
Verify workforce readiness prior to start‑up

6. Systems & Asset Readiness

Ensure all systems are:

Mechanically complete
Spearhead Pre‑Start Up Safety Reviews - PSSRs
Commissioned and tested
Validated and ready for safe operation

Track readiness using systems such as:

Completions Management Systems (e.g., WinPCS, ICAPS, GoTechnology)
Support system handover and acceptance

7. Interface with Commissioning & Start‑Up

Work closely with Commissioning and Start‑Up teams to:

Validate system readiness
Ensure smooth transition from project to operations

Participate in:

Pre‑startup safety reviews (PSSR)
Start‑up planning and execution

8. Risk Management & Assurance

Identify operational risks and ensure mitigation measures are in place
Maintain OR&A risk registers and action trackers

Ensure compliance with:

ADNOC HSE standards
International best practices

9. Stakeholder Coordination

Interface with:

ADNOC Operations teams
EPCM engineering disciplines
Construction and commissioning teams

Act as a key link between project execution and end‑user operations

Qualifications

Skills And Qualifications

What makes you remarkable?

At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world’s most critical challenges.

Expected

Qualifications & Experience