JOB DESCRIPTION

Wood is recruiting for a Mechanical Engineer (Local National) to join its Iraq business unit focusing on developing and implementing preventive maintenance schedules for mechanical equipment for a Major Onshore Brownfield Project in Basra, Iraq on 5 days on/2 days off rotation.

This role is a full-time on-site role in Basra, Iraq with travel requirement.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world.

Wood is recruiting for a Mechanical Engineer (Local National) to join its Iraq business unit focusing on developing and implementing preventive maintenance schedules for mechanical equipment for a Major Onshore Brownfield Project in Basra, Iraq on 5 days on/2 days off rotation.

This role is a full-time on-site role in Basra, Iraq with travel requirement.

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The role

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join our Iraq Business Unit.

Our Clients and Projects

Designing the future. Transforming the world.

Wood is an integral part of operations in Iraq, and we are continuing to grow our footprint across the country. With a 90-year heritage, 10 major contracts and over 850 employees, we have the skills, expertise and asset knowledge to support clients to deliver energy security and decarbonisation ambitions.

Wood excels in supporting our clients to deliver complex upstream and midstream oil and gas projects in Iraq delivering maintenance, modifications and engineering solutions. We are committed to decarbonising existing assets, producing cleaner energy and developing a sustainable national workforce, ensuring the long-term growth of the region

What we can offer

• Meaningful and interesting projects Delivered to high profile clients and complex projects in Iraq
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion; we are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business with employee networks committed to giving all employees a voice
• Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market
• Medical Insurance: Ensures inpatient and outpatient medical care is available should you require treatment.
• Commitment to continued professional development; development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests
• Global connections: join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession
• Long Service Award: Wood values the commitment and loyalty of our people. Celebrating Long Service provides an opportunity for the business to demonstrate their appreciation of the hard work, dedication and many years' services of our employees at 5-year service milestones

Job Objectives:

• Maintain accurate records of inspections, tests, and non-conformances.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules for mechanical equipment.
• Perform corrective maintenance and repairs on mechanical systems and components.
• Ensure minimal downtime and optimal performance of equipment.
• Identify mechanical faults and root causes using diagnostic tools and techniques.
• Recommend and implement solutions to recurring issues
• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with HSE standards and industry regulations.
• Participate in safety audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations.
• Stay updated on relevant codes, standards, and regulations.
• Ensure that all work complies with health, safety, and environmental standards at client site.
• Support the application of client Policy in relation to the Drug and Alcohol policy, Company Ethics, Award conditions, etc, whilst respecting and protecting the personal rights of subordinates.

QUALIFICATIONS

What makes you remarkable?

At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world's most critical challenges.

Expected:

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, Material Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 10 years' experience specifically in Maintenance, preferably in oil & gas and petrochemical sector.
• Language English and Arabic Proficiency.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting engineering drawings and specifications.
• Good awareness in Safety Operations, Risk Assessment, and Best Practice Engineering.
• Problem Solving
• Excellent Communication and interpersonal skills.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions; prepare clear and concise records, reports and other written materials.
• Continuous Improvement
• Ability to interact in a multi-cultural environment
• Demonstrated experience in liaising with third party contractors, business partners and local communities

ABOUT US

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.com

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.