JOB DESCRIPTION

Wood is recruiting for a Site Engineer (Mechanical / Piping) - Expression of Interest - 6 months to join its Singapore Business for supervising, coordinating, and executing mechanical and piping construction activities on site. This role is a full-time office-based role in Basra, Iraq with travel requirement.

Note: This role is for a short term basis for a period of 6 months with a potential of extension

RESPONSIBILITIES

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

Wood is recruiting for a Site Engineer (Mechanical / Piping) - Expression of Interest - 6 months to join its Singapore Business for supervising, coordinating, and executing mechanical and piping construction activities on site. This role is a full-time office-based role in Basra, Iraq with travel requirement.

Note: This role is for a short term basis for a period of 6 months with a potential of extension

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The role

Wood is recruiting for a Site Engineer (Mechanical / Piping) - Expression of Interest - 6 months to join its Singapore Business for supervising, coordinating, and executing mechanical and piping construction activities on site. This role is a full-time office-based role in Basra, Iraq with travel requirement.

Note: This role is for a short term basis for a period of 6 months with a potential of extension

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

Role:

Site Engineer (Structural) is responsible for supervising and supporting structural construction activities including reinforced concrete, steel structures, foundations, and architectural support works. The role ensures all site execution is completed in accordance with engineering drawings, project specifications, quality standards, and HSE requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

Supervise structural works including:

• Reinforced concrete foundations, slabs, pedestals
• Structural steel fabrication & erection (pipe racks, platforms, modules)
• Anchor bolt installation & alignment
• Precast or in-situ structural elements
• Ensure all activities comply with approved drawings, method statements, and ITPs.
• Review structural drawings: GAs, rebar shop drawings, steel fabrication drawings.
• Interpret specifications, codes, and construction standards.
• Raise technical queries (TQs) for inconsistencies or design issues.
• Provide technical guidance to supervisors and subcontractors.

Conduct inspections with QA/QC for:

• Formwork, rebar, and concrete pour readiness
• Concrete tests (slump test, cube samples, curing checks)
• Structural steel fit-up, bolt torqueing, welding inspections
• Alignment, level, and dimension checks
• Ensure compliance with ITPs, project specifications, and industry codes (ACI, AISC, BS, ASTM).
• Coordinate daily activities with civil, mechanical, and E&I teams.
• Support preparation of daily and weekly work plans.
• Verify availability of materials, equipment, and manpower.
• Assist in resolving workfront constraints and interface issues.
• Ensure adherence to safety procedures during structural activities (e.g., working at height, lifting operations, excavation).
• Participate in toolbox talks, risk assessments, and site safety inspections.
• Enforce compliance with project HSE policies and Iraq regulatory requirements.
• Prepare daily progress reports including manpower, equipment, completed activities, and challenges.
• Monitor progress vs. schedule and report delays or deviations.
• Support preparation of redline mark ups and as-built drawings.

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 civil engineering, Structural Engineering, or related field.
• Diploma with strong structural experience may be considered.

Professional Experience

• 8 -10+ years' experience in structural construction for oil & gas or industrial projects.
• Experience in heavy concrete works and steel structure erection.
• Middle East or Iraq remote site experience preferred.
• Knowledge of global structural standards (ACI, AISC, ASTM, BS).
• Proficiency in reading structural drawings & engineering documents.
• Understanding of concrete technology, steel fabrication, and erection methods.
• Familiarity with surveying tools (Auto Level, Total Station).
• Competent in MS Office and PDF markup tools.

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.