Supervisor - Operations Support

Job Description

The Role

Our Clients and Projects

What We Can Offer

• Meaningful and interesting projects: Delivered to high profile clients across the Energy Sector
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: We are an organization actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business
• Competitive remuneration package: With regular reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market
• Medical Insurance: Ensures inpatient, and outpatient medical care is available should you require treatment
• Group Life and Personal Accident Insurance: The company provides Life Assurance cover
• End of Service Gratuity: In line with UAE Labor Law, all employees are eligible for an End of Service benefit
• The Employee Share Plan: Gives you the opportunity to purchase Wood shares and receive a match from the company
• Long Service Award: Wood values the commitment and loyalty of our people. Celebrating Long Service provides an opportunity for the business to demonstrate their appreciation of the hard work, dedication and many years’ service of our employees at 5 year service milestones
• Commitment to continued professional development: Development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests
• Global connections: Join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession
• Energy Transition Academy: Join a community of experts sharing your knowledge and gaining more exposure to a variety of existing and emerging energy systems – delivered by experts in their field

The Key Objectives For This Role Are

Responsibilities

• Supervise the issuance, monitoring, and closure of work permits for all construction and maintenance activities
• Ensure permits are issued in accordance with ADNOC PTW procedures and project HSE requirements
• Verify that all required risk assessments, method statements, and safety documents are attached before permit approval
• Maintain strict control over simultaneous operations (SIMOPS) activities
• Coordinate with construction, operations, HSE, and contractor teams before permit issuance
• Conduct site verification to confirm work conditions match permit requirements
• Ensure conflicting permits or hazardous activities are identified and controlled
• Ensure all activities comply with ADNOC HSE standards, PTW procedures, and safety regulations
• Verify isolation certificates, gas testing results, and safety precautions before issuing permits
• Stop work if unsafe conditions are identified
• Supervise the permit office operations and ensure proper documentation control
• Maintain permit registers, logs, and records for auditing purposes
• Monitor permit validity and ensure timely suspension, extension, or cancellation
• Conduct regular worksite inspections to ensure work is performed as per permit conditions
• Monitor high-risk activities such as: Hot work, Confined space entry, Excavatio, Lifting operations, Electrical isolation
• Provide PTW system training and guidance to contractors and project personnel
• Support the implementation of ADNOC HSE policies and safe work practices
• Prepare daily permit reports and activity logs
• Report permit violations, safety issues, and incidents to the HSE Manager

Qualifications

Expected

• Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, or related discipline)
• Minimum 10 years of experience in oil & gas onshore projects
• At least 5 years’ experience as Permit Issuer / Area Authority
• Strong experience on ADNOC Onshore projects is mandatory
• ADNOC Permit to Work (PTW) Issuer / Area Authority Certification
• H2S Awareness

About Us

Diversity Statement