Shutdown & SIMOPS Lead – Oil & Gas (Qatar)

Employment; Doha; On-site; QAR 138,000 - 203,000; Full time

Job summary

Airswift is sourcing a Shutdown Execution & SIMOPS Specialist for a contract in Qatar. Start ASAP with 8–12 years in oil & gas, focusing on shutdown planning, SIMOPS coordination, PTW oversight, and interface with operations, maintenance, and contractors.

The role emphasizes safety, coordination across disciplines, and ensuring handover readiness post-shutdown for major EPC environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering (BE / BTech – Mechanical is mandatory).
• 8–12 years of experience in oil & gas; proven shutdown planning and SIMOPS coordination.
• Experience on large-scale EPC projects or with major operators; Qatar/GCC preferred.

Responsibilities

• Shutdown Planning & Execution: Develop and coordinate detailed shutdown plans aligned with project timelines.
• SIMOPS Management: Plan and manage SIMOPS risks with HSE teams and coordinate meetings.
• Interface Coordination: Act as the focal point between operations, maintenance, contractors, and project teams.
• Permit to Work (PTW) Oversight: Monitor PTW systems and ensure safety and regulatory compliance.
• Work Prioritization: Identify critical tasks and optimize shutdown strategies.
• Resource & Logistics Coordination: Coordinate manpower, materials, equipment, and logistics.
• Progress Monitoring & Reporting: Track progress and present daily/weekly updates.
• Startup & Handover Coordination: Support plant startup and close-out of punch lists.

Skills

Shutdown planning

SIMOPS management

HSE coordination

Interface coordination

PTW oversight

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (BE/BTech)

Job description

Airswift is sourcing a Shutdown Execution & SIMOPS Specialist for a contract in Qatar. Start ASAP with 8–12 years in oil & gas, focusing on shutdown planning, SIMOPS coordination, PTW oversight, and interface with operations, maintenance, and contractors.

The role emphasizes safety, coordination across disciplines, and ensuring handover readiness post-shutdown for major EPC environments.