Lead Operations Readiness Engineer at Wood PLC in Houston, Texas

Job Description:

JOB DESCRIPTION



About Us: At Wood, we are a leading player in the Energy sector, committed to delivering innovative and sustainable energy solutions. Our team is dedicated to excellence, safety, and environmental stewardship.


Job Description: We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Lead Operations Readiness Engineer to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring that our clients' operations are fully prepared for safe and efficient start-up and ongoing production. Our clients' cover multiple industries including Hydrogen, Oil & Gas Upstream / Midstream, LNG, Petrochemicals & Refining, Power and Renewables.



RESPONSIBILITIES



Key Responsibilities:

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  Develop and Implement Plans: Lead the creation of comprehensive operations readiness plans and procedures to ensure smooth transitions from project phases to operational status.
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  Project Coordination: Work closely with project teams to integrate operational requirements into project planning and execution.
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  Risk Management: Lead the conducting of thorough risk assessments, identify potential issues, and develop effective mitigation strategies to ensure safe and efficient operations.
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  Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all operations comply with relevant safety and environmental regulations and maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry standards.
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  Technical Support: Lead teams in providing expert technical support during feed, commissioning and start-up phases, troubleshooting issues and ensuring systems are fully operational.
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  Training and Mentorship: Assist in developing and delivering training programs for operations personnel, ensuring they are well-prepared to handle operational challenges.
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  Performance Optimization: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for improving operational performance and implement best practices.
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  Documentation: Ensure detailed records of operations readiness activities, including plans, procedures, risk assessments, and training materials are maintained.
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  Stakeholder Communication: Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, providing updates on readiness status and addressing any concerns.
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  Continuous Improvement: Lead initiatives to continuously improve operations readiness processes, incorporating lessons learned and industry advancements.
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  Line Management: Lead a team of Operations Readiness Engineers and supplementary service engineers in delivering operations readiness scopes.

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in operations readiness within the Energy sector.
• Strong knowledge of safety and environmental regulations.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Proficiency in relevant software and tools.
• Certification in Project Management (e.g., PMP) is a plus.

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in operations readiness within the Energy sector.
• Strong knowledge of safety and environmental regulations.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Proficiency in relevant software and tools.
• Certification in Project Management (e.g., PMP) is a plus.

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  Operations Readiness: At least 7 years of hands-on experience in operations readiness within the Energy sector, including Oil & Gas, petrochemicals, renewables, or other energy-related fields.
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  Project Management: Proven experience in managing and coordinating complex projects, ensuring all operational requirements are integrated and met.
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  Safety and Environmental Compliance: Extensive knowledge and practical experience in adhering to safety and environmental regulations, with a track record of implementing compliance measures.
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  Commissioning and Start-Up: Demonstrated expertise in providing technical support during the commissioning and start-up phases of projects, including troubleshooting and resolving operational issues.
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  Risk Assessment and Mitigation: Strong background in conducting risk assessments, identifying potential operational risks, and developing effective mitigation strategies.
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  Training and Development: Experience in developing and delivering training programs for operations personnel, ensuring they are equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge.
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  Cross-Functional Collaboration: Proven ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, including engineering, commissioning, project management, maintenance and operations, to optimize performance and achieve project goals.
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  Offshore Operations: Experience with offshore operations is highly desirable, including familiarity with the unique challenges and requirements of offshore environments.
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  Technical Proficiency: Proficiency in using relevant software and tools for operations readiness, project management, and risk assessment.
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  Continuous Improvement: A track record of leading initiatives to improve operations readiness processes, incorporating lessons learned and industry best practices.
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  Certifications: Certification in Project Management (e.g., PMP) or other relevant certifications is a plus.