COMMISSIONING COORDINATOR

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or an equivalent discipline.
  

Experience

• Minimum 15 years of professional experience in design, construction, commissioning, and start-up of large-scale onshore hydrocarbon processing facilities, preferably with major Oil & Gas EPC contractors or project management consultancies.
  
• At least 8 years in a Commissioning Lead or Coordinator role, with proven experience in managing commissioning activities for complex, multi-disciplinary projects.
  

Key Responsibilities


Commissioning Strategy & Planning

• Develop and implement the Project Commissioning Strategy in alignment with Department objectives, Asset Holder requirements, and contractual obligations.
  
• Define commissioning scope across greenfield and brownfield, ensuring integration with existing facilities where applicable.
  

Design Phase Involvement

• Actively participate in HAZOP, HAZID, SIMOPS, SIL, and other safety reviews to embed commissioning requirements early in the design phase.
  
• Review and endorse Commissioning Procedures and Performance Test Plans for all systems and sub-systems.
  

Execution & Coordination

• Lead the planning and execution of pre-commissioning and commissioning activities, ensuring readiness of personnel, tools, and documentation.
  
• Coordinate with Asset Holder, End User, and Contractors to mobilize commissioning teams and resources.
  
• Break down project scope into commissionable systems and sub-systems, ensuring logical sequencing and safe execution.
  

Site Leadership & Reporting

• Chair daily and weekly site coordination meetings, driving progress and resolving commissioning-related issues.
  
• Monitor and report on mechanical completion, pre-commissioning, and commissioning milestones, ensuring alignment with the overall project schedule.
  
• Manage and close punch-list items, ensuring documentation is complete for handover and project close-out.
  

Interface & Handover

• Establish commissioning interfaces with existing facilities, ensuring minimal disruption and safe integration.
  
• Facilitate handover of systems to Asset Holder/End User on a package/system basis, including preparation and processing of Project Handover Certificates.
  

Compliance & Training

• Ensure adherence to QatarEnergy’s corporate procedures, Permit-to-Work system, and safety regulations.
  
• Organize On-the-Job Training (OJT) for Qatari Engineers and End User personnel, supporting national development goals.