Principal Technical Safety Engineer - Expression of Interest (Malaysia Oil & Gas)

Wood; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meaningful projects

Competitive salary

Global connections

Flexible working

Professional development

Diversity & Inclusion

Wellbeing program

Job summary

Wood is seeking a Principal Technical Safety Engineer to join our Malaysia team for the FEED phase of a major offshore redevelopment project. The role is based in Kuala Lumpur and open to Malaysian citizens and permanent residents on a 12-month fixed-term contract commencing in December 2026.

You will work on complex safety challenges across traditional, renewable, and emerging energy sectors, delivering technical excellence and mentoring colleagues while partnering with a major client in the

Skills

Technical Safety

Hazard Analysis

Risk Assessment

FEED Experience

Offshore Oil & Gas

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

HAZOP/HAZID tools

PSSR checklists

Job description

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

Wood is seeking expressions of interest for a Principal Technical Safety Engineerto join our Malaysia team as we partner with a major player in the Oil & Gas industry on the FEED phase of one of the Middle East's most significant offshore redevelopment and asset life extension projects, encompassing both greenfield developments and brownfield modifications. This opportunity is available to Malaysian citizens, permanent residents on a 12-month fixed-term contract commencing in December 2026

Designing the future. Transforming the World.

Wood has a deep history of pioneering technical expertise globally for more than 160 years, from the North Sea to the offshore fields of the Malay Basin, Sabah and Sarawak, and the world-class energy hubs of Kerteh and Pengerang, and is now embarking on an exciting new chapter. Building on decades of engineering excellence from Malaysia, Wood invites you to help shape the future of the energy industry across Asia Pacific and beyond.

Join us in the heart of Kuala Lumpur, one of Southeast Asia's leading business and energy centres, where global connectivity, cultural diversity and engineering excellence come together. Supporting industry-leading clients across the oil & gas, petrochemical, refining, chemicals and energy sectors, you will contribute to some of the world's most significant projects while enjoying the benefits of a modern, vibrant, and highly liveable city. From its iconic skyline and thriving international business community to its affordability, accessibility, and strategic position at the centre of Asia Pacific, Kuala Lumpur offers the perfect blend of career opportunity and lifestyle.

At Wood Malaysia, you will thrive in a collegiate and collaborative team culture, partnering with like-minded professionals to solve complex challenges, deliver technical excellence and create new possibilities for our clients and communities.

What we can offer

• Meaningful and complex projects delivered to leaders of industry across traditional, renewable, and emerging energy sectors
• Competitive salary with regular reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market
• Global connections: join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession
• Flexible working arrangements balancing client, team, and individual needs
• Commitment to continuous professional development, with development plans tailored to your individual needs and aspirations
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion; across our business with employee networks committed to giving all employees a voice
• Commitment to your wellbeing through access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

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