Senior Project & Maintenance Engineer

PETROS; Kuching; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A key energy company in Kuching seeks an experienced professional to govern Facility Improvement Projects and manage late-life assets. This role requires at least 7 years of experience in the oil and gas sector, including offshore operations and project execution. Candidates should possess strong analytical skills and technical expertise, with opportunities for professional growth and a competitive benefits package.

Benefits

Dynamic work environment

Competitive compensation

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of experience in the Oil & Gas E&P sector.
• Experience with late-life asset management and decommissioning projects.
• Hands-on experience with project execution and delivery.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Facility Improvement Projects from scope to execution.
• Develop strategies connecting project execution with long-term maintenance.
• Serve as the technical interface with JV partners and operators.

Skills

Project execution

Asset management

Analytical skills

Technical expertise

Coaching and mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant engineering

Job description

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At PETROS, we aim to achieve sustainable development for Sarawak and the nation through responsible resource management. We embarked on this journey with a purpose: Harnessing Resources for the Sustainable Progress of Sarawak and Beyond. Through innovation, collaboration and a forward-thinking approach, PETROS aims to pioneer solutions that pave the way for a more sustainable and equitable energy future.

Position Overview

Govern the full asset lifecycle for PETROS' Non-Operated Ventures, from the end-to-end delivery of Facility Improvement Projects (FIP) to the development of long-term maintenance strategies. This senior role is pivotal in ensuring project investments are optimized and seamlessly transition into safe, reliable and cost-effective operations, thereby maximizing asset value and managing risk throughout the asset's life.

Key Responsibilities

• Take ownership of Facility Improvement Projects (FIP), from initial scope definition and feasibility studies through detailed design, execution and final handover to operations, ensuring they meet PETROS' investment objectives.
• Develop and implement integrated strategies that bridge project execution with long‑term maintenance and operational philosophy, optimizing the total cost of ownership for both new and existing assets.
• Act as a key reviewer and contributor for Technical Concurrence, providing expert judgment on maintenance activities and project designs to ensure they are technically sound, cost‑effective and comply with all HSSE standards.
• Apply your specialized experience in asset rejuvenation and decommissioning projects to manage the unique challenges and opportunities of late‑life assets, maximizing value and ensuring safe, compliant operations.
• Serve as PETROS' primary technical interface with JV partners and operators for projects and maintenance, challenging proposals and performance to protect and enhance shareholder value. You will be accountable for delivering on the asset's scorecard targets related to project and maintenance excellence.
• Coach and mentor junior engineers, fostering a culture of technical rigor and value‑focused decision‑making in both project and maintenance disciplines.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, Process, Chemical, Petroleum, or a related Engineering field.
• Minimum 7 years of comprehensive experience in the Oil & Gas E&P sector, with a proven track record that includes both offshore surface operations/maintenance and hands‑on project execution and delivery within a PSC/JV environment.
• Specific, demonstrable experience with asset rejuvenation, late‑life asset management and/or decommissioning projects is essential.
• Possess technical knowledge in offshore production maintenance & facility improvement projects and has experience with rejuvenation and decommissioning project and management of late life asset.
• Must have hands‑on experience with project execution and project delivery process. Strong analytical skills with a desire to improve solutions, systems, and processes, with focus to integrate and support multi‑discipline teams.
• Formal training and/or certification to act as a Technical Authority (TA) in a relevant engineering discipline, with experience in providing technical governance and concurrence.
• Proven experience and training in the end-to-end management of Facility Improvement Projects (FIP), from scope definition and planning to execution and delivery.
• Practical experience in developing and justifying Work Program & Budgets (WPB) for maintenance and projects, with a strong understanding of economic evaluation and cost management.
• Possess strong HSSE, integrity & ethics standards.

What We Offer

• A dynamic and inclusive work environment that fosters growth and innovation.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package, including healthcare, retirement plans, paid leave etc.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement within a global organization.
• The chance to be part of transformative projects that impact Sarawak and beyond.

Application Deadline: 31 October 2025