Work Prep Engineer

Head Energy Group; Bergen, Stavanger, Trondheim; Hybrid; NOK 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Head Energy is seeking a skilled Work Prep Engineer to ensure timely preparation of work orders supporting construction, mechanical completion (MC) and commissioning activities in Bergen, Norway. The role emphasizes accuracy, safety, and alignment with project schedules and Company standards.

The candidate will interface with engineering, planning, construction and commissioning teams, review safety aspects of planned work, and contribute to continuous improvement while maintaining HSSE

Qualifications

• Engineering/technical education or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years in oil & gas or related industry, preferably in construction or commissioning.
• Familiarity with MC and commissioning processes and relevant digital tools (e.g., PIMS CMS/PIMS PES).
• Strong ability to interpret drawings (P&IDs, ISO) and technical documentation.
• Fluent in Norwegian with good English, written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Work Order Preparation:Develop and maintain detailed work orders in PIMS PES based on EWP, including MHR estimates, drawings, procedures and MTO.
• Interface Management: Collaborate with engineering, planning, construction and commissioning to ensure prerequisites are met.
• Quality & HSSE Compliance: Review safety aspects, identify risks and ensure HSSE compliance.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to optimize work preparation processes and contribute to lessons learned.

Skills

MC & commissioning processes

PIMS CMS/PIMS PES

Drawing interpretation (P&IDs, ISO)

English proficiency

Norwegian language skills

Education

Technical education or engineering degree; trade certificate

Tools

PIMS CMS/PIMS PES

Job description

Head Energy is looking for a skilled/experienced Work Prep Engineer

Pnr:23809

The Work Prep Engineer ensures the timely and accurate preparation of work orders to support construction, mechanical completion (MC), and commissioning activities. The role is critical in enabling safe and efficient execution in line with project schedules and Company standards.

Job Description

• Work Order Preparation: Based on information provided in engineering work packs (EWP), the Work Prep Engineer shall develop and maintain detailed work orders in PIMS PES, including, but not limited to, man-hour (MHR) estimates, drawings, procedures, and material lists (MTO).
• Interface Management: Collaborate closely with engineering, planning, construction, and commissioning teams to ensure all prerequisites are met prior to job execution.
• Quality & HSSE Compliance: Review safety aspects of planned work, identify risks, and ensure compliance with HSSE requirements and project implementation models.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to optimize work preparation processes and contribute to lessons learned.

Qualifications

• Technical education (vocational or engineering degree) with a relevant trade certificate or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in the oil & gas industry or a related industry, preferably within construction or commissioning.
• Familiarity with MC and commissioning completion processes and digital tools (e.g., PIMS CMS/PIMS PES).
• Strong understanding of drawings (P&IDs, ISO) and the ability to interpret technical documentation.
• Fluent in Norwegian, with a good command of English, both written and spoken
• The position is preferably based on a regular work week, with some possibilites for remote work when practical.
• Experience in preparing mechanical work packages is considered an advantage.

Language

• English
• Norwegian

In Head Energy you get

• Permanent- or project employment with the best conditions.
• Access to the industry's most exciting job opportunities
• Personal follow-up, mentoring and career guidance
• A large variety of project opportunities
• Good pension- and insurance schemes
• A pleasant and positive work environment
• Access to both specific and general courses.