Senior/Principal Technical Safety Engineer

EHIF; Sharjah; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global consulting and engineering firm is seeking a Senior/Principal Technical Safety Engineer in Sharjah, UAE. This full-time office-based role involves executing complex engineering projects, managing multi-disciplinary teams, and contributing to significant capital projects. Candidates should have over 10 years of experience in brown-field oil and gas projects, including leadership responsibilities. The organization offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a commitment to diversity and professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Medical Insurance

Employee Share Plan

Long Service Award

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Qualifications

• Minimum 10+ years relevant experience in major brown-field oil & gas projects.
• At least 5 years in a similar position.
• Pre-FEED and FEED experience required.

Responsibilities

• Execute assigned scopes of work, providing technical expertise.
• Manage complex projects and decisions within multi-disciplinary scope.
• Supervise a small work group and provide guidance.

Skills

10+ years of relevant experience in oil and gas projects

Specific experience in brown-field oil and gas projects

Proficient user of relevant software

Knowledge of applicable codes and standards

Education

B.Sc. or equivalent degree in an engineering discipline

Job description

Wood is recruiting for a Senior/Principal Technical Safety Engineer to join our team in Sharjah, UAE. This is a full‑time office‑based role.

Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world.

The role

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior/Principal Technical Safety Engineer to join our Iraq Operations Business. This role is full‑time residential based in Sharjah, UAE.

Our Clients and Projects

Wood has been awarded a general engineering contract to support an International Client operator to deliver a portfolio of onshore capital projects by provision of engineering and project management services (including EPC contract management), as well as Supply Chain, Construction and Commissioning support from Wood Iraq and UAE offices.

Projects include both Greenfield and Brownfield modification projects and integrating low‑carbon solutions to support our client’s energy transition and emissions reduction goals.

What we can offer

• Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to high‑profile clients and complex projects in Iraq
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion; we are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business with employee networks committed to giving all employees a voice
• Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market
• 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
• Medical Insurance ensures inpatient and outpatient medical care is available should you require treatment
• Group Life and Personal Accident Insurance gives the company providing life assurance cover
• The Employee Share Plan gives you the opportunity to purchase Wood shares and receive a match from the company
• Long Service Award celebrates the commitment and loyalty of our people, recognising hard work and dedication at 5‑year service milestones

Key Objectives

• Contributing to technical delivery of engineering excellence through:
• Executing assigned scopes of work
• Providing discipline expertise to the business
• Supporting and supervising task delegation to team
• Using technical knowledge to produce engineering deliverables, including complex problems and a high level of autonomy in design recommendations
• Managing complex projects and making technical decisions within a multi‑disciplinary scope

Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities

Executing Assigned Scopes of Work

• Participate as a team member in a specific phase of a broad engineering assignment
• Direct preparation of documentation for assigned projects
• Ensure successful completion within budgeted time and cost constraints
• Participate in defining engineering approaches and in planning and scheduling work
• Evaluate problems and establish performance specifications for components, equipment, systems, processes
• Check engineering calculations and drawings in accordance with industry codes and standards
• Assist with the development of less‑senior technical professionals
• Adhere to discipline‑specific procedures and provide improvement feedback
• Participate in audits and incident investigations
• Perform complex engineering tasks related to specific units of major projects
• Attend site visits, project review meetings, design reviews and other workshops as required
• Organise and actively participate in design reviews

Providing Discipline Expertise

• Solve problems with new approaches, exercising professional judgement in strategic options
• Modify established guidelines and devise new approaches when needed
• Act as a technical leader or significant contributor to major complex projects
• Develop innovative solutions and anticipate potential problems
• Use creativity, judgement and experience to formulate results based on engineering standards
• Apply advanced laws, principles and industry knowledge for design improvement
• Provide technical input and support to proposals

Supporting and Supervising Task Delegation to Team

• Supervise a small work group or provide guidance to technical professionals
• Assist in managerial tasks such as assigning tasks, planning, budgeting, and developing less‑experienced technical staff
• Discuss priorities with other senior engineers and coordinate engineering activities
• Approve work schedules and recommend additional resources as needed
• Manage one or more small projects, responsible for cost, schedule, resources, and risk
• Provide HSSE leadership and ensure compliance with safety requirements

Working Relationships

Internal

• Develop collaborative relationships across projects, offices and functions
• Engage with inter‑discipline community and promote knowledge sharing
• Persuade stakeholders to adopt new criteria or methods
• Seek managerial support for major projects

External

• Maintain awareness of external stakeholders such as industry bodies, academia and vendors
• Build and sustain relationships with customers and external partners
• Coach others on relationship‑management skills

Level of Influence & Decision‑Making Authority

• Carry out duties within broad guidelines; complex matters referred to senior authority
• Make decisions that influence technical, operational and financial outcomes of projects
• Translate standards and guidelines into practical actions
• No direct reports but may supervise teams and provide technical guidance
• Accountable for personal targets and performance reviews

What Makes You Remarkable?

At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals. Even if you do not match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world’s most critical challenges.

Expected

• B.Sc. or equivalent degree in an engineering discipline from an accredited university.
• Minimum 10+ years relevant experience in major brown‑field oil & gas projects, with at least 5 years in a similar position.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Specific experience in oil and gas projects across their lifecycle in the GCC region (preferred).
• Pre‑FEED and FEED experience required.
• Detailed engineering experience preferred.

Role‑Specific Skills and Knowledge

• Provide guidance and direction to project teams, including coaching and mentoring.
• Identify issues and recommend solutions to technical and commercial challenges.
• Proficient user of relevant software and calculation templates.
• Application of standards, processes and procedures in work execution.
• Knowledge of applicable codes and standards.
• Technical competence in own discipline and commitment to continuous development.
• Up‑to‑date knowledge of regulatory frameworks, legislation changes and industry developments.
• Advanced application of laws, principles and mathematics to design improvement.
• Skills in persuasion, negotiation, motivation and communication.
• Proficiency in project planning.
• Understanding of various business units, functions and services within Wood.

Personal Attributes

• Solutions‑oriented and creative, applying process and rigour.
• Compelling communicator both verbally and in written form.
• Good interpersonal and team‑working skills.
• Enthusiastic, conscientious and committed to continuous professional development.
• High level of safety awareness and commitment.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Highly motivated with personal initiative.
• Integrity, strong work ethic and dependable character.
• Adaptable and flexible to changing project needs.

Wood is recruiting for a Senior/Principal Technical Safety Engineer to join our team in Sharjah, UAE. This is a full‑time office‑based role.

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in the energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.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.