PMC Commissioning Superintendent - Rotating

Wood; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 334,800 - 502,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration package

Medical insurance

End of Service gratuity per UAE Labor Law

Employee Share Plan

Commitment to professional development

Job summary

Wood is seeking an experienced PMC Commissioning Superintendent to oversee commissioning activities on major offshore projects for ADNOC in Abu Dhabi. The role involves ensuring safe and quality project execution while leading multidisciplinary teams and adhering to HSE standards.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and a strong background in oil and gas projects, particularly in commissioning roles. The position offers a competitive remuneration package and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• 15 years of experience in oil and gas projects; 5 years in commissioning.
• Experience with ADNOC or similar offshore developments.
• Strong knowledge of safety and permit-to-work systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise all offshore commissioning activities.
• Ensure adherence to approved commissioning procedures.
• Coordinate readiness for pre-commissioning and commissioning.

Skills

Commissioning processes

Leadership and communication

HSE knowledge

Coordination with EPC contractors

Fluency in English

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

Completion tools

Commissioning management systems

Job description

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced PMC Commissioning Superintendent with a proven track record in overseeing commissioning on major offshore projects ensuring safety, quality, and adherence to industry standards in project execution for high‑profile clients.

Job Objective

The PMC Commissioning Superintendent is responsible for leading and supervising all commissioning activities for a major offshore project executed under the Project Management Consultancy (PMC) framework for Abu Dhabi National Oil Company. The role ensures that all systems and subsystems are safely commissioned, tested, and handed over in full compliance with project specifications, ADNOC standards, and regulatory requirements. The position plays a critical role in ensuring a smooth transition from construction completion to full operational readiness while maintaining the highest standards of HSE, quality, and performance.

Skills & Qualifications

Expected

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, preferably in Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation or Process Engineering.
• Minimum 15 years of experience in oil and gas projects with at least 5 years in commissioning roles on major offshore projects.
• Proven experience working in PMC roles on ADNOC or similar Middle East offshore developments.
• Strong knowledge of commissioning processes including pre‑commissioning, systemisation, testing, and start‑up.
• Familiarity with ADNOC standards, offshore HSE requirements, and permit‑to‑work systems.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multidisciplinary commissioning teams in a complex offshore environment.
• Experience in SIMOPS, live‑plant commissioning, and brownfield integration is highly preferred.
• Strong coordination and interface management skills with EPC contractors and operations teams.
• Proficiency in commissioning management systems, completion tools, and reporting platforms.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Fluency in English with strong written and verbal communication abilities.

What Makes You Remarkable

At Wood we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. 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. We believe that all of us working together can deliver solutions to the world’s most critical challenges.

Responsibilities

Lead and supervise all offshore commissioning activities across multiple disciplines including mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and process systems.

Ensure implementation of approved commissioning procedures, philosophies, and system completion strategies in line with ADNOC requirements.

Coordinate with construction engineering and operations teams to ensure readiness for pre‑commissioning and commissioning activities.

Oversee systemisation, punch listing, and handover processes, ensuring proper documentation and certification of completed systems.

Benefits & Opportunities

• Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to high‑profile clients across the Energy Sector.
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion.
• Competitive remuneration package with regular reviews to ensure alignment with market standards.
• Medical insurance providing inpatient and outpatient medical care.
• Group life and personal accident insurance.
• End of Service gratuity in line with UAE Labor Law.
• Employee Share Plan offering a company match on share purchases.
• Long Service Award celebrating 5‑year service milestones.
• Commitment to continued professional development with tailored plans.
• Global connections—join experts around the world shaping industry standards.
• Energy Transition Academy—community of experts sharing knowledge and exposure to emerging energy systems.