Head of Engineering (Brownfield)

About the role

A major oil and gas operator is looking for a Head of Engineering (Brownfield) through Airswift, a global manpower provider. The role is based on-site in Ras Laffan, Qatar, with a start date as soon as possible (typically within 1 month notice). It is a long-term contract position, working 6 days per week, 8-10 hours per day or as required by the project.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate multidisciplinary engineering for Brownfield modifications, upgrades, tie-ins and integration with existing offshore facilities across all project phases.
• Provide engineering leadership, governance and technical assurance so Brownfield designs meet company requirements, project specifications, codes and standards, safety needs and existing facility constraints.
• Manage interfaces between Engineering, Operations, Construction, Installation and Commissioning.
• Ensure site surveys, engineering studies and field verification establish the existing facility conditions.
• Oversee EPC contractors, subcontractors and vendors, and lead resolution of technical issues, queries, deviations and field changes under the change management process.
• Monitor progress, interfaces and risks, and develop mitigation or recovery measures for key milestones.
• Promote lessons learned, standardization, value improvement and continuous improvement.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering discipline such as mechanical or piping engineering.
• 10 years' experience in engineering roles and major projects, including construction, installation, fabrication, hook-up and completion.
• 6 years in the oil and gas industry, including 2 years in a supervisory role (including acting roles or overseeing service/vendor personnel).
• Extensive experience in Brownfield engineering and modifications to existing offshore oil and gas facilities.

Required skills

• Managing engineering interfaces between existing facilities and new project scope.
• Knowledge of design standards, specifications, codes and safety criteria for offshore facilities and Brownfield modifications.
• Site surveys, field verification, constructability, SIMOPS, shutdowns, tie-ins, isolation requirements and system integration.
• Risk-based decision making and strong technical competency in at least one engineering discipline.

To apply, submit your CV with contact details directly through the advertisement.