HVAC Lead

Overview

An opportunity is available for an experienced HVAC commissioning lead to support the commissioning of multiple new offshore wellhead platforms. The successful candidate will lead HVAC commissioning activities throughout the preparation and execution phases, ensuring systems are commissioned safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project specifications and commissioning schedules.

The role involves close collaboration with EPCIC contractors, commissioning teams, vendors, and multidisciplinary engineering teams across fabrication yards and offshore installations.

Key responsibilities

Commissioning Preparation

Lead HVAC pre-commissioning and commissioning preparation activities in accordance with project requirements

Review contractor commissioning documentation, including commissioning procedures, operational test procedures (OTPs), Ready for Commissioning (RFC) packages, and commissioning databases

Ensure commissioning documentation, reporting systems, punch lists, and technical records are complete and aligned with project requirements

Support preparation and review of commissioning plans, schedules, and execution strategies

Coordinate interfaces between engineering, construction, commissioning, operations, and contractors

Verify the availability of commissioning spare parts, tools, consumables, and specialist equipment

Attend Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs) where required

Commissioning Execution

Lead HVAC commissioning activities from Ready for Commissioning (RFC) through to final system completion

Monitor contractor commissioning activities using recognised commissioning methodologies and commissioning management systems

Ensure commissioning activities are completed in accordance with approved schedules and project milestones

Supervise commissioning supervisors during both onshore and offshore project phases

Monitor vendor commissioning activities, including Site Acceptance Tests (SATs), Operational Test Procedures (OTPs), punch list close-out, documentation updates, and reporting

Review commissioning progress, technical documentation, and red-line drawings

Ensure commissioning records are maintained in accordance with project and regulatory requirements

HSE & quality

Promote a strong safety culture throughout commissioning activities

Ensure contractors comply with project HSE requirements and commissioning procedures

Proactively identify and report safety concerns and support corrective actions

Ensure commissioning activities comply with quality standards, company procedures, and applicable engineering codes

Stakeholder coordination

Coordinate with engineering, construction, operations, vendors, and other project disciplines to ensure efficient project execution

Support interface management across fabrication yards, offshore installations, and operational facilities

Provide technical leadership and resolve commissioning issues to minimise project delays

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in engineering or an equivalent technical discipline

Minimum 15 years of experience within the offshore oil and gas industry

Minimum 10 years of experience in a lead commissioning role

Strong experience leading HVAC commissioning activities on offshore facilities

Experience supporting EPCIC projects from commissioning preparation through system handover

Proven leadership, planning, and problem-solving skills

Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities

Experience working in complex, multicultural project environments

Knowledge of recognised commissioning methodologies and commissioning management systems

Good understanding of offshore commissioning procedures, technical documentation, and industry standards

Fluent English

Computer literate with experience using commissioning documentation and reporting systems

Willingness to travel internationally and work offshore on rotational assignments

Preferred qualifications

Experience using ICAPS or similar commissioning management systems

Familiarity with OPERCOM commissioning methodology

Experience working on offshore wellhead platform developments

Previous experience supporting Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), Site Acceptance Tests (SAT), and Operational Test Procedures (OTP)

Valid OPITO BOSIET (or T-BOSIET) and H&S certification

Experience working on major offshore EPCIC developments in the Middle East