SPS Xmas Tree Lead

NES Fircroft; England; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering staffing provider is seeking an XT/Wellhead/Tubing Hanger Lead Services professional based in Bristol. The role involves managing design and engineering for various subsea systems, ensuring compliance and safety standards. Applicants should have an engineering degree and at least 15 years of experience in subsea projects, with expertise in subsea hardware packages. Regular missions to locations like Aberdeen, Singapore, and Batam may be required. This position offers a 12-month renewable contract.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years’ experience in subsea projects and major offshore oil & gas developments.
• Expertise in subsea hardware packages including Systems, Trees, Wellheads, Tubing Hangers, PGB.
• Strong understanding of HSE and quality standards required.

Responsibilities

• Manage design, engineering, qualification, and delivery of various subsea systems.
• Coordinate engineering studies and ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Supervise qualification and testing programs.

Skills

Engineering degree (Drilling, Subsea, Mechanical)

15 years’ experience in subsea projects

Expertise in subsea hardware packages

Knowledge of subsea engineering codes and standards

Experience with Subsea Tree and Wellhead systems

Familiarity with driverless connection systems

Understanding of HSE and quality standards

Effective communicator

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

Position: XT/Wellhead/Tubing Hanger Lead Services

Location: Bristol (with regular missions to Aberdeen, Singapore & Batam)

Start Date: January 2026

Duration: 12 months (renewable)

Status: Residential

Key Responsibilities

• Manage design, engineering, qualification, and delivery of Xtree, Wellhead, Tubing Hanger, PGB, and Workover systems.
• Support Package Lead during FEED and execution phases to ensure technical consistency and quality.
• Coordinate engineering studies and ensure compliance with project requirements, standards, and HSE rules.
• Represent scope in technical committees and reviews.
• Interface with SURF, Onshore, and Drilling packages for integrated design and execution.
• Implement HSE requirements and ensure safety engineering standards are captured in all documentation.
• Review and validate contractor documentation, ensuring compliance with codes, standards, and project objectives.
• Participate in engineering reviews (HAZID, HAZOP) and quality audits.
• Supervise qualification and testing programs; participate in FATs, SIT, and installation activities.
• Define commissioning and handover to operations.
• Monitor contractor performance and manage contractual obligations.
• Provide regular progress updates and maintain KPI registers.

Required Qualifications

• Engineering degree (Drilling, Subsea, Mechanical) or equivalent.
• Minimum 15 years’ experience in subsea projects and major offshore oil & gas developments.
• Expertise in subsea hardware packages (Systems, Trees, Wellheads, Tubing Hangers, PGB).
• In-depth knowledge of subsea engineering, codes, and standards.
• Extensive experience with Subsea Tree and Wellhead systems from design to completion.
• Familiarity with driverless connection systems (horizontal and vertical) and marine operations using ROV.
• Vertical XT experience; Caspian Sea experience is a plus.
• Strong understanding of HSE and quality standards.
• Effective communicator with multidisciplinary coordination skills.

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market‑leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.