Introduction

What are you going to do 

We are partnering with our client, a respected organization in the Oil and Gas sector, to recruit a Tank In-Charge for their operations in Chennai. In this pivotal role, you will lead and supervise storage tank construction activities for liquid storage terminals, tank farms, marine terminals and EPC infrastructure projects, ensuring safe execution, quality compliance, schedule adherence and statutory conformity from site mobilization through to commissioning. This is a high-impact opportunity to be at the forefront of critical infrastructure delivery as part of our client's team.

Key Responsibilities

  • Plan and supervise tank fabrication, erection, hydrotesting and commissioning activities.
  • Manage shell, bottom, annular plate, roof structure, nozzles, stairways, platforms and appurtenance installation.
  • Coordinate cone roof, dome roof, IFR and EFR tank construction.
  • Ensure foundation readiness, settlement monitoring and interface coordination with civil works.
  • Monitor welding quality, WPS/PQR compliance, welder qualifications, NDT and material traceability.
  • Coordinate procurement, QA/QC, HSE, planning, engineering and subcontractors.
  • Ensure compliance with API 650, API 620, API 653, ASME IX, AWS, OISD, NFPA, IS and PESO requirements.
  • Monitor construction productivity, schedule, cost and contractor performance.
  • Prepare daily/weekly/monthly progress reports, punch lists, turnover dossiers and as-built records.
  • Lead mechanical completion, commissioning support and final handover.
  • Storage tank fabrication, erection, hydrotesting and settlement monitoring.
  • Welding inspection, NDT, QA/QC and contractor management.
  • Knowledge of API 650, API 620, API 653, ASME IX, ASTM, AWS, OISD and NFPA.
  • Software: AutoCAD, SAP, Primavera P6/MS Project, MS Office.

Essential skills and knowledge

  • BE/B. Tech or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering. CSWIP/AWS Welding Inspection, API 650/API 653, NDT or PMP certifications are desirable.
  • Experience: 8-15 years of experience in Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, LNG or Tank Terminal EPC projects with extensive experience in atmospheric storage tank construction and site management.
  • Experience in greenfield and brownfield tank terminal projects.
  • Strong capability in multidisciplinary coordination and site execution.

What we offer 

Closing: 26 September 2026

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Process of your application

Application process & contact

We will now begin examining your application: We will take a close look at your application documents and ask you for additional information if necessary. If your qualifications match our requirements, we will invite you to meet us for the first time.

Project discussion with our customer

If the introductory meeting goes well for you and us, we will arrange a meeting with the customer who has the perfect project for you. This gives you the opportunity to find out more about the customer and the project.

The decision

If you enjoyed the project discussion and the customer is also convinced of your expertise, we will ask you the final and decisive question: Do you want to get started at Brunel?

Introductory conversation with Brunel

In an introductory meeting, we would like to find out more about your interests, ambitions and professional developments. At the same time, we report on working at Brunel and provide information about all career opportunities and prospects.

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