Commissioning Site Lead

The Role

Key Responsibilities-

1. Commissioning Strategy & Planning-

• Develop and execute the overall precommissioning and commissioning strategy for the new gas processing plant, ensuring alignment with project schedule and client requirements (TotalEnergies standards).
• Define system and subsystem breakdown (systemization) for phased handover from construction to commissioning and then to operations.
• Prepare, review, and approve commissioning procedures, test plans, and ITR (Installation Test Record) packages.

2. Team Leadership & Management-

• Lead, mentor, and manage a multi-disciplinary commissioning team including engineers, supervisors, and technicians across instrumentation, electrical, mechanical, and process disciplines.
• Coordinate with construction, operations (FOPS), and client representatives to ensure seamless interfaces and clear line of responsibility.
• Manage mobilization and demobilization of commissioning personnel to/from site (Iraq/UAE).
• Safety & Compliance
• Ensure all commissioning activities are executed in full compliance with project HSE requirements, including TotalEnergies Golden Rules, Permit to Work (PTW), and Life Saving Rules.
• Lead toolbox talks, safety walkdowns, and incident investigations as required.
• Enforce strict adherence to isolation (LOTO) procedures and barrier management during live commissioning.

4. Execution & Technical Oversight-

• Oversee precommissioning activities including cleaning, flushing, pneumatic testing, and loop checks.
• Lead the execution of commissioning activities for major systems: Utilities (IA, N2, power), Process (gas inlet, amine, dew point control), ESD/F&G, and ICSS.
• Manage the punch list process, ensuring all outstanding items are closed before system handover.
• Coordinate with vendors for SAT (Site Acceptance Testing) of key equipment (e.g., compressors, control systems).

5. Interface & Stakeholder Management-

• Act as the primary technical interface between EPC contractor, client (TotalEnergies), operations team, and vendors during the commissioning phase.
• Facilitate client walkdowns, system acceptance, and punch list reviews.
• Resolve on-site technical issues and coordinate with engineering for any design modifications identified during commissioning. Requirements

Qualifications & Education-

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Training in TotalEnergies OPERCOM™ methodology is an advantage.

Experience-

• Minimum 6 to 10 years of experienceas commissioning lead or commissioning manager in oil & gas, pipeline, or EPC projects.
• More experience with gas processing plants."
• Proven experience working on projects under international clients (e.g., TotalEnergies, ADNOC, Shell, Saudi Aramco).
• Familiarity with ICAPS database setup, configuration, and user management.
• Familiarity with commissioning, pre-commissioning, and handover processes.
• Experience in multinational or large-scale infrastructure projects preferred.

Technical Competencies-

• Advanced proficiency in ICAPS software (administration, reporting, data migration).
• Strong understanding of commissioning workflows, test packages, and preservation management.
• Knowledge of OPERCOM™ methodology and TotalEnergies commissioning standards.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) for reporting and data analysis.
• Basic understanding of P&IDs, loop diagrams, and system boundaries.
• Familiarity with database management principles and data integrity controls.

Working Schedule-

• Site-based role requiring travel to project locations (Iraq / Middle East).
• May require working in remote or challenging environments.
• Compliance with strict safety and operational standards.
• Rotation schedule may apply based on project requirements. About the company

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