Job Title: Operations Multi Technician - Process

Location: China (Onshore) / Qatar Offshore

Contract Duration: 18 months

Rotation: 28 days on / 28 days off (offshore phase)

Role Overview

The Operations Multi Technician - Process supports commissioning and start-up activities for offshore facilities, working closely with the Start-Up Supervisor and Field Operations team. The role is responsible for ensuring safe and efficient execution of commissioning, operational testing, and start-up readiness leading to first oil.

The position will initially be involved in onshore construction and yard activities before transitioning to offshore rotation during hook-up, commissioning, and start-up phases.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Start-Up Supervisor during commissioning and start-up activities
• Witness and assist in execution of Operational Test Procedures (OTP)
• Participate in commissioning activities including leak tests and function tests
• Assist in preparation and implementation of start-up procedures and sequences
• Support activities leading to first oil and operational readiness
• Assist production teams during commissioning and start-up phases
• Ensure field operations teams are familiar with procedures and start-up sequences
• Identify temporary configurations and support spading and isolation plans
• Participate in risk assessments, HAZID, JSA, and pre-startup safety reviews
• Attend Permit to Work meetings and support permit preparation
• Monitor and report progress of start-up activities
• Support punch list tracking and close-out (Type B & C items)
• Assist with vendor mobilisation and site readiness
• Prepare and maintain updated redline P&IDs during construction and commissioning
• Ensure proper management of isolations, inhibitions, and related documentation
• Identify and report safety risks, unsafe practices, or equipment issues
• Support mechanical isolations, de-isolations, and draining procedures
• Maintain site safety standards including signage, barriers, and SIMOPS controls
• Assist with first fill operations and commissioning handover activities

Requirements

• Higher National Diploma or equivalent technical qualification
• Minimum 5 years of experience in oil and gas production operations
• Previous offshore operations experience preferred
• Background as Production Operator or Control Room Operator is advantageous
• Strong understanding of commissioning and start-up processes
• Familiarity with PTW systems, SIMOPS, and safety procedures
• Ability to read and update P&IDs and technical documentation
• Strong operational awareness and ability to work independently
• Good communication skills in English (written and spoken)
• Computer literate

Technical Knowledge

• Strong knowledge of pumps, valves, compressors, and rotating equipment
• Understanding of mechanical systems including alignment of shafts and pumps
• Experience in production operations and process systems

Certifications

• T-BOSIET and OPITO H2S certification required
• Basic firefighting certification
• PTW and JSA awareness training
• Confined Space Entry and Authorized Gas Tester certification
• Lifting and rigging training
• Manual handling training
• Radiation protection awareness
• Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) awareness