Commissioning Specialist – HMI and Process Control

Commissioning Specialist – HMI and Process Control
 
Contract period: 15/06/2026 - 31/12/2027 
Location: Stord, Stavanger, Offshore

Main tasks:

• System responsible for ensuring planning, preparation and execution of commissioning for designated systems in a safe, efficient and timely manner according to Project Completion Strategy and commissioning plans and ensure they meet all client's project and operational requirements, including verification and assurance.
• Participate in operation, handover of plant and equipment to the Asset Operations team upon completion of commissioning activities.
• Contribute in the preparation phase with review and verification of documentation and drawings that are relevant to MC and Commissioning of designated systems.
• Provide engineering input, feedback.  
• Estimation and planning of commissioning scope of work onshore and offshore for designated systems/equipment, including input to plan. 
• Work independently to plan and execute MC follow-up and commissioning activities.
• Participate in MC punch outs and FATs at supplier sites.
• Deliver input and update progress into project completion system PIMS.
• Develop, review, and implementation of commissioning procedures.
• Coordinate and Interact with different departments and disciplines to ensure efficient execution of commissioning with high focus on HSSE.
• Identify and follow up risks and opportunities related to commissioning. 
• Plan and call off ATS as and when required. 
• Manage assistance personnel from contractors and other resources providing services.
• Ensure spare parts and special tools are available prior to execution of commissioning activities.
• Plan and ensure first fills are available in timely fashion and perform first fills.
• Provide leadership to ensure that a high level of focus is maintained on health, safety, and the environment to achieve client’s expectations.
• Plan and coordinate commissioning assistance and support as required.
• Participate in discipline MC punch rounds at sites for designated systems.
• Ensure a smooth transition from Project to Operation.
• Participate in pre-start-up and performance test reviews as necessary.

Qualifications:

• Longer experience from process control and control room experience is desired, or BSc./MSc. in Engineering or a related field or equivalent education / experience.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience.
• Experience from NORSOK projects.
• System-based commissioning knowledge and understanding
• Familiarity with Project Completions Systems and document management systems. 
• Experience with PIMS is an advantage.
• Good knowledge of the English and Norwegian languages (both written and verbal).
• Knowledge of Cyber Security requirements.
• Self-motivated with a willingness to learn from others and work with minimum direction.
• Strong problem-solving skills, communication skills and the ability to work well within a team
• Actively seeks out expertise and best practice, related to own area of contribution.
• Anticipates future situations and plans ahead to meet them.
• Bias for action - does things before being asked to or forced to by events.
• Willingly takes the lead when challenges arise.
• Actively promotes open and effective communication.
• Strong planning and organizing ability.
• Actively promotes a positive team environment, demonstrating shared commitment to the success of the team and the wider project organization.
• Actively engages and respects contributions of others, in face to face or virtual meetings.
• Seeks self-development and coaches others to aid their development.
• Builds networks to enhance effectiveness and share knowledge.
• Looks for ways to do things better, faster, more efficiently according to LEAN principles.
• Focuses effort and prioritizes work to deliver business value.

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