Operations Readiness & Assurance Engineer

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Operation Readiness & Assurance Engineer to ensure that all facilities, systems, personnel, and processes are fully prepared for safe, efficient, and reliable start-up and operations for a high-profile client.

To ensure that all facilities, systems, personnel, and processes are fully prepared for safe, efficient, and reliable start-up and operations, by implementing structured Operations Readiness & Assurance (OR&A) processes across all project phases. This role bridges project delivery and asset operations, ensuring seamless handover to ADNOC Operations.

• OR&A Strategy & Planning
• Support development and implementation of the Operations Readiness & Assurance Plan
• Define readiness criteria aligned with ADNOC standards and project objectives
• Establish OR&A Philosophy covering People readiness, Process readiness, Systems and asset readiness, Assurance & Stage Gate Reviews
• Coordinate and participate in OR&A stage gate reviews (e.g., FEL, detailed engineering, pre‑commissioning, start‑up)
• Verify readiness against defined criteria before progression to next project phase
• Conduct readiness assessments, audits, and assurance reviews
• Operational Input into Design – ensure operability, maintainability, and safety are embedded during design by reviewing P&IDs, HAZOP/HAZID outcomes, participating in design reviews and constructability assessments
• Provide Operational Feedback On Accessibility, Maintainability, Spare parts strategy, Control philosophy, Procedures & Documentation Readiness; coordinate development and validation of OR&A Plan, operating procedures (normal, start‑up, shutdown, emergency), maintenance procedures, SIMOPS plans
• Ensure all documentation is complete, approved, and aligned with ADNOC operational standards
• Training & Competency Assurance – produce development of training plans and competency frameworks for operations personnel; coordinate classroom and on‑the‑job training during commissioning, vendor training sessions, simulator‑based training (if applicable), verify workforce readiness prior to start‑up
• Systems & Asset Readiness – ensure systems are mechanically complete, spearhead Pre‑Start Up Safety Reviews - PSSRs, commissioned and tested, validated and ready for safe operation
• Track Readiness Using Systems such as Completions Management Systems (e.g., WinPCS, ICAPS, Go Technology), support system handover and acceptance, interface with Commissioning & Start‑Up
• Work Closely With Commissioning And Start‑Up Teams To validate system readiness and ensure smooth transition from project to operations
• Participate In Pre‑startup safety reviews (PSSR), Start‑up planning and execution, Risk Management & Assurance, Identify operational risks and ensure mitigation measures, maintain OR&A risk registers and action trackers
• Ensure Compliance With ADNOC HSE standards, International best practices
• Interface With ADNOC Operations teams, EPCM engineering disciplines, Construction and commissioning teams; act as a key link between project execution and end‑user operations

• Degree in related discipline
• Minimum 15 years in Oil & Gas EPC/EPCM projects
• At least 5 years in a supervisory role
• Experience on major CAPEX projects (ADNOC or equivalent operators preferred)

• Operations readiness frameworks
• Commissioning and start‑up processes
• Asset lifecycle management
• Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)

• HAZOP / HAZID / SIL studies
• PSSR processes
• Completions & commissioning systems (WinPCS, ICAPS and/or Go Technology)

• P&IDs, cause & effect diagrams, process descriptions

• Strong analytical and assurance mindset
• Excellent coordination and stakeholder management
• Robust safety culture
• Effective communication across technical and operations teams
• Detail‑oriented with structured problem‑solving approach
• Ability to work in fast‑paced, multicultural EPCM environments

• Meaningful and interesting projects:
  Delivered to high profile clients across the Energy Sector
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
• Competitive remuneration package with regular reviews
• Medic…