Organizational entity: MP - Field Operations
JOB TITLE
Ex Tech (Ex Specialist / Inspector)
SITUATION IN ORGANIZATION
Position to report: EX Supervisor
ACCOUNTABILITIES
During the onshore commissioning phase in the yard, the EX Tech will assist the Field Operations Lead with:
- Updating and confirming EX Register.
- Following all pre-commissioning activities on EX equipment.
- Reviewing Electrical-related Operational Test Procedures (OTPs).
- Executing Electrical-related OTPs.
- Executing Electrical-related commissioning (loop test, function test, etc.).
- Preparing black start procedures and operating various electrical equipment.
The EX Tech will be based in offshore temporary accommodation during the offshore phase and will follow the commissioning activities as Field Operation representative on Electrical matters.
In close collaboration with the Operating Authority on site (OTL) and the Commissioning Site Leader (CSL), they will:
- Assist the production team during commissioning activities on Electrical scopes.
- Assist the production team to ensure safe first power up.
- Ensure good preparation of the Electrical-related start-up procedures leading to first oil.
- Act as an advisor to the major project team to ensure proper preparation for first power-up.
JOB DIMENSIONS
- Major offshore project environment
ACTIVITIES
- Identify, in conjunction with EX Supervisor, the procedures and precautions required to provide a safe place for intended start-up activities.
- Finalize a detailed power-up sequence in close collaboration with Start-Up Supervisor and core field operation crew on site.
- Participate and assist in the preparation of the kick-off meeting for power-up activities.
- Participate in preparation of risk assessments for activities to be performed during start-up.
- Liaise with the Field Operations Lead on the main site to coordinate progress of the power-up.
- Contribute to updating the start-up monitoring tools as required with the Field Operations Lead.
- Take part in all Permit To Work meetings related to power-up and Electrical-related commissioning activities.
- Witness Electrical-related Operational Tests performed by commissioning and liaise with the field operation team.
- Assist Start-Up Supervisors in preparing the request and order for required power-up tools; ensure proper storage and identification of power-up tools.
- Check EX and Electrical B and C punch lists and investigate if requested by the Field Operations Lead, the OTL or the OIM.
- Advise Start-Up Supervisor on the list of inhibitions and isolations with associated certificates and risk assessments properly signed and validated by relevant persons.
- For Electrical matters, participate in Hazid, JSA and Pre-Startup Safety Reviews of new facilities.
- Contribute to the Incident Free initiative on site by reporting any anomaly, defect, bad practice, lack of equipment or lack of competence.
- Review and follow up implementation of corrective actions following shutdown during start-up; communicate with vendors.
- Make available key documents from the project regarding new facilities to the field operation team.
- Ensure all operators on site are fully aware of the new safety systems and process upgrades introduced by the project.
- Maintain local signage and barriers adapted to the situation over time, with special attention to boundaries of SimOps areas, exit walkways and scaffolds.
- Assist teams with procedures for electrical isolations and de-isolations.
- Suggest improvements and request modifications if Operating Procedures are not satisfactory.
All staff must be willing to participate in crisis response training and to assist during emergency response situations if required.
CONTEXT AND ENVIRONMENT
Position will be full-time onshore work during construction in yards in Qingdao, China. Offshore rotation during hook-up and commissioning. Travel between sites may be necessary. During the offshore phase, work will be on a 28 days / 28 days offshore rotation.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
Education and relevant experience:
- Education: Higher National Diploma or certificate (equivalent to A-levels + 2 years' study).
- Industry experience: minimum 5 years' experience in oil and gas production operations.
Technical, personal and linguistic competencies:
- Ability to work independently while maintaining good relations with colleagues and others.
- Proven sense of operational responsibility for EX equipment, with courage to intervene and challenge.
- Qualified EX inspector (Compex certified).
- Previous experience with offshore operations, Electrical scopes and EX inspections.
- Willingness to work flexible and extended shifts as required.
- Fluent in written and spoken English.
- Computer literate.
Professional or HSE certifications:
- Basic firefighting.
- T-BOSIET, H2S training OPITO approved.
- PTW training and JSA awareness relevant to the operating region.
- Hazard and Energy Control Lockout & Tagout awareness.
Client ID: 5933
Location: Ulsan, Korea
Type of Vacancy: Contract.