Commissioning Lead

TRS Staffing Solutions; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering services leader is seeking an experienced engineer to support the NFPS2 Project, with responsibilities including verification of engineering documents, scheduling, and compliance with international standards. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in engineering and at least 15 years in the oil & gas or energy sector. Strong knowledge in commissioning methodologies and client management is necessary. This is an exciting opportunity in Johannesburg, South Africa, offered by a recognized leader in the industry.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years’ experience in the oil & gas or energy sector.
• Extensive hands‑on experience in pre‑commissioning and commissioning activities.
• English language skills required.

Responsibilities

• Verify engineering documents for pre-commissioning and commissioning.
• Participate in project planning and scheduling.
• Supervise preparation of integrated schedules for operations.
• Ensure compliance with national and international laws during operations.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical knowledge

International engineering standards

Commissioning methodologies

HSE and Quality Management Systems

Client management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Job description

Our client is a global leader in engineering services for the design, construction, and operation of complex infrastructures and plants in the energy sector, both offshore and onshore. They operate through five business lines: Asset-Based Services, Energy Carriers, Offshore Wind, Sustainable Infrastructures, and Robotics & Industrialized Solutions. With a presence in around 60 countries and a workforce of over 30,000 employees representing more than 130 nationalities, they have been delivering innovative excellence in partnership with our clients for over 65 years.

The position supports the NFPS2 Project, with activities initially based in Tianjin, China, followed by offshore deployment in Qatar from Autumn 2026.

Key Responsibilities

• Verify that the pre-commissioning, commissioning, start up, training, and operation requirements are accounted for into engineering documents.
• Take part in project planning and scheduling. Prepare and keep up to date the pre-commissioning, commissioning, start up, test run, training and operation execution plans (including the mobilization of personnel).
• Review and/or define the Licensors/Vendors schedule and assignment, concerning the pre-commissioning, commissioning, start up, test run, training and operation activities.
• Supervise the preparation of the integrated pre-commissioning, commissioning, start up, test run, training and operation Schedule. For these activities, define the specific temporary logistic required to comply with the project scope of work. Elaborate tools and method of control.
• Participate in the HAZOP review meeting where deemed necessary.
• Ensure the preparation and checking of the Purchase Requisitions (RdA) and Technical Evaluation falling within own sphere of responsibility.
• Review the 3D Model for compliance with the pre-commissioning, commissioning, start up and operation requirements and for accessibility and operability.
• Ensure the verification of the KPI during the home office activity.
• Capability to support the vessel under the requirements of the national, international Laws (Classification society, IMO, Solas, ISPS code, MARPOL etc.) during Operation phase.

Qualifications and Skills Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Process, or related discipline).
• Minimum of 15 years’ experience in the oil & gas, energy, or heavy industrial sector.
• Technical Knowledge of Mechanical and electrical knowledge.
• Extensive hands‑on experience in pre‑commissioning, commissioning, start‑up, and system handover activities.
• Strong knowledge of international engineering standards, commissioning methodologies, and HSE and Quality Management Systems.
• Demonstrated ability to manage interfaces with clients, EPC contractors, vendors, and regulatory bodies.
• English language skills required.

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