We are looking for a Permitting Engineer for one of our clients with the following details:

Location: Basra, Iraq

Start Date: Sep 2025

Contract Duration: 24 months, extendable

Scheme: Rotational 4 weeks ON / 4 weeks OFF

Qualification and Experience Required:

Professional Experience (years):

• Minimum 10 years in permitting or regulatory compliance roles in Oil and Gas projects.

Experience in similar position (years):

• At least 5 years managing permitting activities in large infrastructure or pipeline projects.

Technical Skills:

• Strong knowledge of permitting processes and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to interpret and apply legal and technical documentation.
• Proficiency in managing permitting schedules and databases.

Level / Diploma:

• Degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field.

Languages:

• Fluency in English; knowledge of Arabic is an advantage.

Soft Skills:

• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams.

Missions & Activities

Main Missions

• Oversee and manage all permitting activities for Early Infrastructure Works (EIW) and Network Pipelines (NWP), ensuring timely acquisition of necessary permits to support project milestones.
• Act as the focal point for communication and coordination with regulatory bodies, ensuring compliance with all local, national, and international permitting requirements.
• Support the project team in maintaining compliance with permitting conditions and requirements throughout the project lifecycle.
• Proactively identify permitting risks and propose mitigation measures to ensure uninterrupted project execution.

Key Activities

• Promote a strong Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) culture by ensuring that all permitting activities are performed safely and in compliance with the company's HSE standards.
• Conduct regular audits and inspections to ensure that permitting-related HSE requirements are met.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive permitting register, tracking all required permits and their status.
• Liaise with regulatory authorities to secure approvals, licenses, and permits in line with project timelines.
• Ensure that all permitting documentation is accurate, complete, and submitted on time.
• Coordinate with engineering, construction, and project controls teams to ensure alignment between project activities and permitting conditions.
• Provide regular updates and reports to the project management team on permitting status and issues.
• Participate in risk assessments related to permitting and provide recommendations to mitigate potential delays.