Introduction

  • To lead and supervise pipeline pre-commissioning activities of green & brown field projects related to pipelines, spools, installation, Tie-in, spools, riser operations including flooding, cleaning, gauging, hydrostatic testing, inline inspection, dewatering and nitrogen purging.

What are you going to do 

  • Manage Contractors full pipeline pre commissioning and decommissioning scope from engineering planning through offshore execution and closeout.
  • Review and approve contractors pre commissioning and decommissioning philosophies, execution strategies, and method statements.
  • Coordinate activities related to pipeline pre-commissioning and decommissioning such as Flooding, Cleaning, Gauging, Hydrotesting, Dewatering, Drying and N2 purging whereas for de-commissioning - Pipeline isolation, Depressurization, Flushing, Cleaning, Subsea Pipeline cutting, Pipeline recovery, Abandonment in place, Grouting or capping, Spool removal, Subsea tie-in disconnection.
  • Review contractors engineering calculations for Hydrotest pressure, Test duration, Fill volumes, Pig train configuration, Dewatering flow rates, Drying acceptance criteria, Nitrogen requirements, Compressor capacity, Pump sizing, Temporary equipment requirements
  • Support engineering teams in defining decommissioning boundaries, pipeline status, contents, and isolation requirements.
  • Ensure contractor's pre commissioning and decommissioning activities are planned in line with SIMOPS, HSE, environmental, and marine requirements.
  • Coordinate with contractors, offshore operations, offshore VMT, diving, ROV, marine, and HSE teams for safe execution.
  • Manage punch lists, technical queries, site queries, and non-conformances related to pipeline pre-commissioning and de commissioning.
  • Act as the office-based focal point for offshore pipeline decommissioning and pre-commissioning activities and support offshore teams with technical guidance, troubleshooting, and decision-making during execution.
  • Provide technical support for offshore changes, deviations, unexpected field conditions and formulating recovery plans including Management of Change

Essential skills and knowledge

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering in mechanical engineering or subsea engineering.
  • 8 years offshore installation experience on vessels in Transport & Installation activities with minimum 1 years as supervisory role in related field.
  • 5 years experience as Field Engineer or site supervisor onboard installation vessels for similar activities with emphasis on decommissioning of subsea facilities.
  • Previous work experience with other major operators or LNG and knowledge of QELNG PTW systems is desirable but not mandatory.
  • Extensive Knowledge in subsea pipeline pre commissioning and de commissioning, pipeline pigging, subsea isolation plugs, subsea decommissioning tools.
  • Demonstrate extensive experience of pre-commissioning vessel supervision and Familiarity with international standards such as DNVST-F101, ASME B31.4, ASME B31.8, API standards, ISO pipeline and offshore standards, any Client-specific offshore standard
  • Expertise in submarine pipeline decommissioning, including the use of technical plugs (e.g., STATS company isolation plugs) for safe isolation and abandonment.
  • Fluent English
  • MS Office proficiency
  • High-pressure environment experience
  • Problem solving ability
  • Team collaboration.

What we offer 

  • Salary:
    • Day Rate in USD Plus Allowance
  • Work Schedule:
    • 10 Hours / 6 Days
  • Duration:
    • 36 Months, with possible extension
  • Location:
    • Qatar

Closing: 10 September 2026

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Vacancy reference: CR-296222

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