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Technical Assistance Services Opportunity – Piping / Process Commissioning Discipline
We are seeking experienced professionals to support a major onshore oil & gas development in a complex and high-profile operating environment. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a large-scale project in a remote location, requiring strong technical expertise, leadership capability, and a proactive approach to safety and execution.
Role Overview You will be responsible for the preparation, coordination, and execution of piping and process pre-commissioning and commissioning activities, ensuring alignment with project specifications, safety standards, and schedule targets. Working closely with the Commissioning Site Leader, you will play a key role in delivering safe and efficient start-up readiness.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement pre-commissioning and commissioning execution plans for piping and process systems.
- Coordinate all preparation activities, including procedures, resources, tools, consumables, vendor support, and manpower mobilisation.
- Interface with contractors and project teams to ensure seamless integration of commissioning activities within the overall project schedule.
- Review and approve commissioning documentation, engineering deliverables, and contractor submissions.
- Oversee system definition, subsystem (SS) numbering, and preparation of limit drawings.
- Monitor progress using dedicated tools and ensure timely reporting of risks, delays, and blocking points.
- Lead on-site commissioning execution, ensuring adherence to safety, quality, and schedule priorities.
- Coordinate daily activities across multiple disciplines and stakeholders, including construction and operations teams.
- Ensure compliance with company standards, commissioning methodologies, and safe isolation practices (SIMOPS).
- Supervise database population and ensure proper tracking of commissioning activities.
- Support and lead the preparation and execution of multidisciplinary Operational Test Procedures (OTPs).
Context & Environment This is a large-scale, technically challenging project located in a remote and environmentally sensitive area. Operations will take place in proximity to protected regions and populated communities, requiring strict adherence to safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
The project involves complex logistics, multicultural teams, and coordination with international contractors. Efficient execution, strong communication, and the ability to manage interfaces are critical to success.
Accountabilities
- Provide technical leadership and support throughout pre-commissioning and commissioning phases.
- Anticipate and resolve technical or organisational issues across interfaces.
- Ensure all safety prerequisites are met prior to execution of commissioning activities.
- Liaise closely with construction teams and witness key pre-commissioning operations.
- Maintain clear communication with stakeholders and escalate risks or delays proactively.
Candidate Profile
- Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Engineering or related discipline.
- Minimum 10 years’ experience in oil & gas, with strong focus on piping pre-commissioning and commissioning.
- Hands-on experience with flushing, cleaning, gauging, dewatering, drying, and inerting processes.
- Proven ability to lead contractor and vendor teams in a commissioning environment.
- Strong knowledge of industry commissioning methodologies (including OPERCOM™ and ICAPS©).
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively under pressure.
- Capable of managing multiple critical tasks and prioritising effectively.
- Valid medical certification in line with industry standards.
Assignment Details
- Location: Site-based, Uganda
- Start Date: Q2 2026
- Duration: 12 months
- Work Pattern: Rotational
