Commissioning Mechanical Rotating Lead

Role purpose

Commissioning preparation

• Support contractors in developing procedures that address and plan for OPERCOM.
• Review and validate discipline commissioning procedures, check sheets, and test plans in alignment with OPERCOM methodology.
• Ensure ICAPS is correctly populated for mechanical equipment and rotating machines.
• Coordinate with package leaders and contractors to plan factory acceptance tests and string testing.
• Participate in risk assessments and embed safety compliance requirements in commissioning plans.
• Support definition of system boundaries and interface logic between project mechanical items.
• Ensure temporary systems, equipment, and tools required for commissioning are ready.
• Engage Field Operations early to align on commissioning activities and transfer knowledge.

Commissioning execution

• Supervise on-site discipline commissioning in compliance with HSE standards, project specifications, and schedule.
• Coordinate safe machine start-up, including gas turbine generator firing, pump runs, and refrigerant compressor commissioning.
• Ensure equipment is properly aligned during construction to avoid commissioning issues.
• Support the Preservation Coordinator with timely activities and accurate reporting in ICAPS.
• Act as company focal point for major equipment operational tests.
• Monitor progress, manage punch-list clearance, and update ICAPS documentation.
• Follow up on discipline commissioning spare parts and coordinate emergency material requests with contractors.
• Support the Completion Coordinator in achieving RFC, AOC, and TOM milestones.
• Participate in daily coordination meetings and share lessons learned for continuous improvement.

Qualifications and experience

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering.
• 15+ years in oil and gas projects with a strong background in mechanical commissioning.
• Experience with gas turbine generators, BH gas compressors, and project and design engineering, construction, and commissioning.
• Ability to organize and manage a team and coordinate activities with project stakeholders.
• Knowledge and experience with international standards and regulatory requirements.
• Fluency in English is mandatory; Chinese and Arabic are a plus.