Commissioning Lead (Process – Hook-Up & Commissioning)

Job Opportunity: Commissioning Lead (Process – Hook-Up & Commissioning)
Location: Offshore / Project Site
Industry: Oil & Gas, LNG
Project: Major EPC / HUC Project
80% Offshore
20% Onshore
Rotation :- 28/28

Job Purpose
The Hook-Up and Commissioning (HUC) Process Lead will provide technical oversight and direction to EPC contractors, subcontractors, and vendors during offshore hook-up and commissioning phases. This role collaborates closely with the HUC team, Facilities, EPC Project Management Teams, and Operations to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant execution of all process-related activities.
The position ensures adherence to design standards, oversees FAT/SAT activities, validates technical deliverables, and supports asset readiness for handover to Operations. 🛠 Key Responsibilities
Project & Technical Oversight

• Lead Process discipline activities for hook-up, pre-commissioning, and commissioning.
• Review and approve contractor procedures, ensuring redlines are accurately documented.
• Participate in risk-based technical evaluations and verify deliverable compliance with project requirements and QELNG standards.
• Support change management for HUC execution strategies.
• Act as Commissioning focal point for discipline testing, FATs, SATs.

Execution & Delivery

• Analyze contractor technical proposals, deviations, and exceptions.
• Monitor contractor manpower loading and provide recommendations or backfill where needed.
• Support project teams in meeting critical milestones (LLIs, equipment procurement, ROS dates).
• Witness contractor scope execution and sign-off on test sheets and checklists.
• Track EPC progress reporting and identify inconsistencies.
• Participate in quality audits, report findings, and propose corrective actions.

Collaboration & Improvement

• Attend workshops and review meetings with EPC PMT and subcontractors.
• Apply lessons learned and share improvements across EPC packages.
• Support qualification of new suppliers not on the approved vendor list.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Applied Sciences or Engineering.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in large-project commissioning within the Oil & Gas industry.
• Minimum 1 year supervisory or vendor oversight experience.

Required Knowledge & Experience

• Strong background in Hook-Up & Commissioning processes and system completion.
• Expertise in Process design, technical evaluations, flow assurance, hydrostatic and nitrogen leak testing.
• Experience with gas turbine compressor performance testing.
• Deep understanding of codes, standards, engineering specifications, P&IDs, GA drawings, datasheets, and commissioning procedures.
• Experience working with major oil & gas operators or contractors.
• Familiarity with LNG‑related vendors (compressors, power generation, control systems, topsides).

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