1. QA/QC Engineer
(Ref: 907)
About PD&MS Group
PD&MS Group is recognised as a provider of safe, effective, and cost efficient design and engineering services to the oil and gas, drilling, production and marine industries. PD&MS focus on brownfield engineering, including upgrades to platforms and rigs. Services include project design, design verification and management, structural, piping, mechanical, HVAC, and electrical / instrumentation design, upgrades and modifications, inspection, auditing and engineering support. PD&MS Group has UK operations in Aberdeen, Dundee, and Great Yarmouth, and international offices in Azerbaijan and Brazil.
Role synopsis
In order to support ongoing work in the region, PD&MS Group are looking for a QA/QC Engineer to join the team based in Baku, Azerbaijan.
Candidates should have previous significant experience in a QC Inspection role in the oil and gas industry and have experience in using QA/QC management systems. Additionally, holding a CSWIP 3.2 certificate is essential.
The role will Maintain quality standards by approving incoming materials, in-process production, and finished products; recording quality results.
Key Responsibilities
• Conduct Vendor QC Inspections
• Conduct QC Site visits both On and Offshore
• Liaise with Client and 3rd Party Inspectors
• Check and approve Fabrication packs
• Review Site Construction data dossiers
• Control and coordinate QA of the QC Inspection i.e. SIR’s, defects register, snagging sign off etc.
• Maintain Welder Qualifications and develop and maintain Weld Register
• WPS selection for PD&MS construction works
• Focal point for QC activities at PD&MS managed facilities
• Coordination of third party inspectors to satisfy quality plan requirements
• Monitor and measure supplier quality performance, conduct analysis and report trends
• Compile and issue QA/QC Reports
• Provide QC Inspectors with guidance and direction to meet targets
• Help produce Quality documentation for the client as directed by the QHSE Manager
• Any other delegated responsibilities as instructed by QHSE Manager
• Liaise with Procurement and Materials department to ascertain Inspection schedules
• Responsible for the development, management and continued improvement of QC system in alignment with management system
• QC procedure document preparation and implementation
• External vendor audit and evaluation in relation to QC compliance and inspection
• Reporting to QHSE Manager on performance of the QA / QC systems
• QA/QC Tech review of Package Management documentation
• Attending quality meetings
• Comply with the Company Quality and Health and Safety Policies
• Approves finished products by confirming specifications; conducting visual and measurement tests; returning products for re-work; confirming re-work.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical publications.
• Accomplishes quality and organization mission by completing related results as needed
• Responsible for ensuring professional development is maintained and identified competency requirements are undertaken in a timely manner
• Adherence to the company integrated management system
• Compliance with quality assurance, health and safety and environmental policies
• Demonstrate and promote PD&MS QHSE principles and lead by example
• Ensure unsafe activities are challenged
• Adherence to the requirements of the best practice standards recommendations and processes in the undertaking of duties, in particular, risk assessment and control, reliability and failure prevention necessary to ensure the safe design, provision and use of tools, equipment and systems
• Demonstrate and promote PD&MS values and lead by example
Essential qualifications and experience
• CSWIP 3.2 Welding Inspector or equivalent
• Previous experience in a similar role
• Demonstrable experience in developing and maintaining environmental, quality assurance and quality control systems
• Good understanding of Codes/standards requirements, typically ASME, AWS, BS EN and DNV
• Demonstrable exposure to and understanding of NDT techniques and processes
• Good understanding of the Company held certification standards
• Demonstrable experience of delivering a safe operation in the work environment
• Understanding of contractual, commercial and cost issues
• Demonstrable experience in conducting Audits
• Demonstrable experience of Risk Management
• Competent in the use of MS Office Applications
• Survival BOSIET/FOET
• MIST
• Excellent written and spoken English
2. QA/QC Engineer
(Ref: 907)
About PD&MS Group
PD&MS Group is recognised as a provider of safe, effective, and cost efficient design and engineering services to the oil and gas, drilling, production and marine industries. PD&MS focus on brownfield engineering, including upgrades to platforms and rigs. Services include project design, design verification and management, structural, piping, mechanical, HVAC, and electrical / instrumentation design, upgrades and modifications, inspection, auditing and engineering support. PD&MS Group has UK operations in Aberdeen, Dundee, and Great Yarmouth, and international offices in Azerbaijan and Brazil.
Role synopsis
In order to support ongoing work in the region, PD&MS Group are looking for a QA/QC Engineer to join the team based in Baku, Azerbaijan.
Candidates should have previous significant experience in a QC Inspection role in the oil and gas industry and have experience in using QA/QC management systems. Additionally, holding a CSWIP 3.2 certificate is essential.
The role will Maintain quality standards by approving incoming materials, in-process production, and finished products; recording quality results.
Key Responsibilities
• Conduct Vendor QC Inspections
• Conduct QC Site visits both On and Offshore
• Liaise with Client and 3rd Party Inspectors
• Check and approve Fabrication packs
• Review Site Construction data dossiers
• Control and coordinate QA of the QC Inspection i.e. SIR’s, defects register, snagging sign off etc.
• Maintain Welder Qualifications and develop and maintain Weld Register
• WPS selection for PD&MS construction works
• Focal point for QC activities at PD&MS managed facilities
• Coordination of third party inspectors to satisfy quality plan requirements
• Monitor and measure supplier quality performance, conduct analysis and report trends
• Compile and issue QA/QC Reports
• Provide QC Inspectors with guidance and direction to meet targets
• Help produce Quality documentation for the client as directed by the QHSE Manager
• Any other delegated responsibilities as instructed by QHSE Manager
• Liaise with Procurement and Materials department to ascertain Inspection schedules
• Responsible for the development, management and continued improvement of QC system in alignment with management system
• QC procedure document preparation and implementation
• External vendor audit and evaluation in relation to QC compliance and inspection
• Reporting to QHSE Manager on performance of the QA / QC systems
• QA/QC Tech review of Package Management documentation
• Attending quality meetings
• Comply with the Company Quality and Health and Safety Policies
• Approves finished products by confirming specifications; conducting visual and measurement tests; returning products for re-work; confirming re-work.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical publications.
• Accomplishes quality and organization mission by completing related results as needed
• Responsible for ensuring professional development is maintained and identified competency requirements are undertaken in a timely manner
• Adherence to the company integrated management system
• Compliance with quality assurance, health and safety and environmental policies
• Demonstrate and promote PD&MS QHSE principles and lead by example
• Ensure unsafe activities are challenged
• Adherence to the requirements of the best practice standards recommendations and processes in the undertaking of duties, in particular, risk assessment and control, reliability and failure prevention necessary to ensure the safe design, provision and use of tools, equipment and systems
• Demonstrate and promote PD&MS values and lead by example
Essential qualifications and experience
• CSWIP 3.2 Welding Inspector or equivalent
• Previous experience in a similar role
• Demonstrable experience in developing and maintaining environmental, quality assurance and quality control systems
• Good understanding of Codes/standards requirements, typically ASME, AWS, BS EN and DNV
• Demonstrable exposure to and understanding of NDT techniques and processes
• Good understanding of the Company held certification standards
• Demonstrable experience of delivering a safe operation in the work environment
• Understanding of contractual, commercial and cost issues
• Demonstrable experience in conducting Audits
• Demonstrable experience of Risk Management
• Competent in the use of MS Office Applications
• Survival BOSIET/FOET
• MIST
• Excellent written and spoken English
3. Project Delivery Manager
(Ref: 905)
About PD&MS Group
PD&MS Group is recognised as a provider of safe, effective, and cost efficient design and engineering services to the oil and gas, drilling, production and marine industries. PD&MS focus on brownfield engineering, including upgrades to platforms and rigs. Services include project design, design verification and management, structural, piping, mechanical, HVAC, and electrical / instrumentation design, upgrades and modifications, inspection, auditing and engineering support. PD&MS Group has UK operations in Aberdeen, Dundee, and Great Yarmouth, and international offices in Azerbaijan and Brazil.
Role synopsis
In order to support ongoing work in the region, PD&MS Group are looking for a Project Delivery Manager to join the team based in Baku, Azerbaijan. The role requires a high degree of Drilling Equipment and System knowledge.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the successful delivery of all Caspian based projects and providing specialist Drilling Facility knowledge/ input from appraisal to close-out ensuring they are delivered to the client on time and on budget.
Key Responsibilities
• General project management tasks at company premises, client premises, third party sites and yards pursuant to the project being managed.
• Overall responsibility for technical and commercial deliver of projects in the region
• Planning and Implementing nationalisation and localisation requirements as part of project delivery
• Establish and implement project meetings and reviews whether internally or externally at Client premises and ensure their frequency and repetition. Ensure clear and concise actions are agreed and executed.
• Preserving the reputation and interests of Company and Client at all times.
• Oversee and obtain buy in to the preparation of all project cost estimates and approval of same.
• Ensure Company and Client technical / commercial change control mechanisms / procedures are being adhered to diligently.
• Ensuring own and project / client personnel compliance with Company and Client Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality Policies, as applicable and at all times.
• Establish and maintain a good working relationship and rapport with Company and Client project team members alike to ensure project harmony.
• Overseeing and approval of Client approved project budget expenditure and revenues and for monitoring of same at a meaningful frequency.
• Appraise, Select, Define, Onshore and Offshore Execute and Close-out Phases, or parts thereof, of all projects are driven and delivered safely in line with, or ahead of Client expectations.
• Ensure all Client projects are effectively completed strictly in accordance with the requirements of the Client contract as a minimum, and that adequate resources both in Baku and Aberdeen are in place to meet those requirements.
• Completion of one onshore site visit (to the onshore storage base) and one offshore visit (to either East Azeri, West Chirag or Chirag platforms) per quarter to assess performance of PD&MS individuals, and have them feel a PD&MS management presence. Attitude towards safety and sound working practices should be assessed as far as possible, and to remind employees of minimum PD&MS expectations. Liaison should take place with the local site management to gain feedback on PD&MS performance.
• Understanding and positively reacting to Client needs in an expedient and proactive manner.
• Responsible for managing all Client and Vendor interfaces to ensure seamless project execution is achieved.
• Establishing and setting clear goals and priorities for all Client projects.
• Proactive identification of potential issues / conflicts and timely resolution of same.
• Ensure accurate and timely reporting and planning.
• Operational input to Senior Management Review meetings.
• Periodic review of company procedures and policies and development and improvement of same to meet Client expectations and ensuring integration where required.
• Input to, operational personnel recruitment, training and resource allocation, ensuring the right people are in the right positions.
• Ensure adherence to the formal contract in place.
• Responsible for ensuring professional development is maintained and identified competency requirements are undertaken in a timely manner.
• Adherence to the company integrated management system.
• Demonstrate and promote Company QHSE principles and lead by example.
• Ensure unsafe activities are challenged.
• Adherence to the requirements of the best practice standards recommendations and processes in the undertaking of duties, in particular, risk assessment and control, reliability and failure prevention necessary to ensure the safe design, provision and use of tools, equipment and systems.
• Demonstrate and promote Company values and lead by example.
• Ensure direct report performance reviews are carried out within the required timescales.
• Providing direction and support to project personnel to achieve or exceed targets and KPls.
Essential qualifications and experience
• Degree qualified in an Engineering or Project Management discipline
• Masters degree in relevant discipline
• Member of relevant professional body
• Project Management Training – PMI or APM accredited
• Understanding of interfaces between various engineering disciplines
• Understanding of relevant oil & gas industry codes and standards
• Thorough knowledge of drilling rig equipment and systems
• Demonstrable understanding of drilling operations and maintenance activities
• Demonstrable experience in an offshore industry project role including construction activities through to close-out
• Experience in the use of Planning software
• Demonstrable experience in anticipating and resolving problems and contingency planning capabilities
• Financial and contractual awareness coupled with sound commercial judgement
• Significant demonstrable experience in a similar position
• Experience in managing and developing others
• Competent in the use of MS Office applications
• Survival BOSIET / FOET with CA-EBS
• MIST
• Excellent written and spoken English
4. Lead Mechanical/Piping Engineer
(Ref: 906)
About PD&MS Group
PD&MS Group is recognised as a provider of safe, effective, and cost efficient design and engineering services to the oil and gas, drilling, production and marine industries. PD&MS focus on brownfield engineering, including upgrades to platforms and rigs. Services include project design, design verification and management, structural, piping, mechanical, HVAC, and electrical / instrumentation design, upgrades and modifications, inspection, auditing and engineering support. PD&MS Group has UK operations in Aberdeen, Dundee, and Great Yarmouth, and international offices in Azerbaijan and Brazil.
Role synopsis
Due to continuing growth in the region, PD&MS Group are looking for a Lead Mechanical/Piping Engineer to join the team based in Baku, Azerbaijan.
The successful candidate will be act as Focal Point for the engineering activities of the Engineering team acting as a conduit between management and staff delegating tasks, negotiating workloads, assessing performance and reporting on developments.
Preference will be given to citizens of Azerbaijan.
Key Responsibilities
• Knowledge of, and compliance with, PD&MS QHSE Systems. Assurance that personnel under the Lead Engineer’s control comply with the procedures.
• Knowledge of, and compliance with, client, industry and international specifications and standards. Assurance that personnel under the Lead Engineer’s control comply with relevant documents.
• Supervision of personnel and responsible for the technical content and quality of work produced.
• Direction of Engineers and Designers with frequent liaison to ensure coordination between engineering and design personnel.
• Identification of scope of work required to undertake a project / job. Estimation of deliverables, manpower and time required to execute the scope of work.
• Input to project plans and schedules.
• Immediate identification to the Project Manager/Engineer of any issue that has the potential to cause change or growth to any area of the project of study, in comparison to the original design intent / deliverables required.
• Production of cost effective engineering solutions that are fit for purpose, safe and add value to both PD&MS and the Client. Motivation of discipline personnel to do similarly.
• Ensuring operational and maintenance issues are addressed in the design. Seeking input from operations and maintenance personnel and, if beneficial, carrying out presentations to site personnel of changes to their installation.
• Surveys, both onshore and offshore, to determine information to allow execution of workscopes.
• Monitoring progress of work and achieving completion within the agreed schedule and budget. Reporting progress as per PD&MS systems and procedures.
• Forward planning of resources and timely identification of changes to resource requirements to the Department Head.
• Checking and approval of documents and engineering design deliverables created by own discipline.
• Approval of document and deliverables created by other disciplines which have own discipline content.
• Review of documents circulated by other disciplines for IDC or comment.
• Review and approval of Supplier / Vendor documents.
• Communication with other discipline Lead Engineers to ensure design integrity and consistency.
• Checking and approval of requisitions for purchase of engineered items and services.
• Identification of increase or reduction in scope of work and raising the necessary support documents for project control purposes.
• Attendance at meetings called by Project Manager / Engineer, e.g. kick-off meeting, progress meeting.
• Attendance at Design Reviews, HAZOPs, Constructability Assessments etc.
• Ensuring Discipline Engineers follow discipline procedures for document control and use and retention of check prints/IDC comments prints.
• Ensuring close-out of completed jobs in a timely manner.
• Representation of PD&MS with Clients, Suppliers / Vendors and Certifying Authorities in a professional manner.
• Approval and sign off of direct report timesheets and time off requests ensuring submission is within the required timelines.
• Liaison with the Department Head to identify areas for development and to implement improvements in working practices.
• Remain up to date with technical developments, client, national and international standards and legislative requirements related to the position.
• Ensure compliance with applicable Industry Codes and Standards, HSE Alerts, Statutory Instruments, Client and PD&MS Specifications and Legislative Requirements and establishing order of precedence on a project-by-project basis.
• Responsible for ensuring professional development is maintained and identified competency requirements are undertaken in a timely manner.
• Performance of discipline engineering tasks and co-ordination of other discipline engineering tasks and activities, in accordance with Company QA, HS & E policies.
• Demonstration of safe approach in design and working practices, following the objectives of the Office and project specific Health, Safety and Environmental Plans.
• Encouragement of attention to safety in all personnel.
• Adherence to the Company Integrated Management System.
• Compliance with quality assurance, health and safety and environmental policies.
• Demonstrate and promote PD&MS QHSE principles and lead by example.
• Ensure unsafe activities are challenged.
• Adherence to the requirements of the best practice standards recommendations and processes in the undertaking of duties, in particular, risk assessment and control, reliability and failure prevention necessary to ensure the safe design of equipment and systems.
• Demonstrate and promote PD&MS values and lead by example.
• Awareness and understanding of the business drivers and values.
• Assurance of competence of engineering personnel under Lead Engineer control. Identification of personnel shortfalls and submission of proposal to Department Head / Country Manager for solutions such as training, coaching or other measures.
• Ensure direct report performance reviews are carried out within the required timescales.
• Training and development of Graduate Engineers and assistance to Design Team Leader for training and development of Trainee Designers.
• Ensure all supervised personnel are aware of continuous improvement issues of new technology.
• Development of Training Plans for direct report Azeri National resources, and regular monitoring of performance against the Training Plan (NB: This is a BP Caspian specific responsibility).
Essential qualifications and experience
• BSc in relevant Engineering Discipline
• Chartered Engineer status
• Significant, demonstrable experience in Detailed Design Engineering and Engineering Checking/Approval
• Detailed understanding of all Engineering disciplines
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of relevant Oil & Gas Industry Codes and Standards
• Understand the application of Autodesk Design products
• Competent in the use of MS Office applications
• Survival BOSIET/FOET with CA-EBS
• MIST
• Experience in management and developing others
• Thorough knowledge of drilling rig equipment and systems
• Demonstrable understanding of drilling operations and maintenance activities
• Excellent written and spoken English
5. Offshore Construction Supervisor/LOLER Focal Point
(Ref: 905)
About PD&MS Group
PD&MS Group is recognised as a provider of safe, effective, and cost efficient design and engineering services to the oil and gas, drilling, production and marine industries. PD&MS focus on brownfield engineering, including upgrades to platforms and rigs. Services include project design, design verification and management, structural, piping, mechanical, HVAC, and electrical / instrumentation design, upgrades and modifications, inspection, auditing and engineering support. PD&MS Group has UK operations in Aberdeen, Dundee, and Great Yarmouth, and international offices in Azerbaijan and Brazil.
Role synopsis
In order to support ongoing work in the region, PD&MS Group are looking for an experienced Offshore Construction Supervisor/LOLER Focal Point.
They will be responsible for the supervision, coordination and management of all construction projects offshore to include but not limited to: Structural, Piping, HVAC, Hydraulics, (E&I) Electrical and Instrumentation, Rigging and Scaffolding.
The OCS/LOLER Focal Point shall demonstrate a strong safety leadership of the projects relating to the facility assigned to them, and actively manage each scope to deliver in a safe and timely manner.
The OCS/LOLER Focal Point shall lead and manage all relevant personnel to ensure all interested parties are kept informed of progress, issues and plans, including SHE Advisor and Planners (onshore & offshore).
Additionally, they will ensure all LOLER expertise is provided to development, review and approval of Lift Plans and rigging requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Reporting to the Construction Manager the successful candidate will be required undertake the following tasks:
• Show clear strong leadership by demonstrating a high level of personal safety commitment
• Communicate clearly the safety expectations of all individuals
• Promote and encourage a culture to STOP the job if there are any safety concerns or doubts
• Ensure unsafe activities are challenged
• Manage and lead site safety meetings, tool box talks and pre-shift briefs
• Demonstrate and promote PD&MS QHSE principles and lead by example
• Demonstrate and promote PD&MS values, GENES and lead by example
• Adherence to the requirements of the best practice standards recommendations and processes in the undertaking of duties, in particular, risk assessment and control, reliability and failure prevention necessary to ensure the safe design, provision and use of tools, equipment and systems
• Participate in Construction Campaign Risk assessments
• Review, challenge and implementation of construction packages of work
• Attendance and participation at onshore design / constructability reviews as required
• Review, inspect and (where required) release offshore construction materials, plant and equipment
• Inspection and release of project work scope to client’s representatives
• Ensure all materials required for offshore installation are checked and verified for completeness
• Identify and call off the required Tools, Plant, Equipment and Consumables for offshore construction campaigns.
• Conduct and record the relevant pre-mobilisation task specific brief with 3rd party trade’s personnel and vendors.
• Complete, record and submit PD&MS mobilisation forms and identify any project campaign additional training needs over and above the minimum PD&MS and client’s competency standards
• Liaise with nominated trades vendors and source CV’s of proposed personnel, review experience, qualification and select suitable candidates to complete the task project campaign
• Inspection and release of project work scope to client’s representatives
• Ensure all materials required for offshore installation are checked and verified for completeness
• Effective management of offshore trade and vendor personnel, coordination with client representative, and ensure SIMOPS are addressed
• Plan and coordinate scheduled work
• Support Area Authority and Isolating Authority in the delivery of their duties
• Formulate Permit to Work, assist LOLER representative with lift plans and Acting Authority with isolation scopes
• Active management and control of work in progress
• Provide a detailed documented Daily Progress Reports on behalf of the Company and or the Client
• Preparation and implementation of site queries including close out coordination with onshore engineering
• Liaise with Client Focal Points and Department Heads
• Liaise with Construction Coordinator/Construction Delivery Lead and Project Responsible Person on a daily basis in relation to safety and project deliverables
• Liaise / coordinate specialist vendor input to construction activity
• Complete redlining of key documents and ensure all workpack certification are as-built and approved and workpack is returned onshore for close out
• Responsible for ensuring professional development is maintained and identified competency requirements are undertaken in a timely manner
• Adherence to the company integrated management system
• Compliance with quality assurance, health and safety and environmental policies
• Provide mentoring, guidance and tuition to offshore personnel under OCS control
• Assurance of competence of offshore personnel under OCS control. Identification of personnel shortfalls and submission of proposal to department head/country manager for solutions such as training, coaching or other measures
• Training and development of others as required in an offshore environment
• Ensure all supervised personnel are aware of continuous improvement issues of new technology
• Conduct and record performance review for new and existing 3rd party trade’s personnel and vendors.
• Assist with the development of training plans for direct report Azeri nationals, resources and regular monitoring of performance against the training plan
• Participate and carry out a detailed offshore constructability review (as required) to include all Structural, Piping, HVAC and E&I elements for project campaign and develop a detailed constructability report complete with recommendation that will feed back into the respective Workpack
• Promote safe working practices, ensuring full implementation and compliance with the PD&MS policies and procedures relating to lifting operations
• Prepare and validated lift plans
• Input to design development in relation to lifting and rigging
• Input to preparation of LOLER lift plans, including review and verification, onshore and offshore as required
• Audit and inspect on-site lifting procedures regularly
• Assist with the investigation of any incidents, accidents or near misses relating to lifting activities
• Regularly liaise with QHSE and Senior Management, demonstrating all procedures are being adhered to
• Act as Company representative for LOLER onshore and offshore to match PD&MS and client expectations
• Responsible for ensuring professional development is maintained and identified competency requirements are undertaken in a timely manner
• Adherence to the Company Integrated Management System
• Compliance with quality assurance, health and safety and environmental policies
• Demonstrate and promote PD&MS QHSE principles and lead by example
• Ensure unsafe activities are challenged
• Adherence to the requirements of the best practice standards recommendations and processes in the undertaking of duties, in particular, risk assessment and control, reliability and failure prevention necessary to ensure the safe design, provision and use of tools, equipment and systems relating to lifting activities
Essential qualifications and experience
• Time Served / Modern Apprenticeship approved by City & Guilds or NVQ / SVQ Level 3, and / or relevant and recognised technical qualification approved by an appropriate awarding body, or appropriate 5 years’ experience in discipline / trade
• GOC Foundation
• IOSH Managing Safely in the Engineering Construction Industry (SMTD Module 4)
• OPITO approved LOLER Competent Person
• Rigging Loft Management and Lifting Equipment Inspection
• Competent in the use of MS Office Applications
• Experience in managing and developing others
• Understanding of relevant Oil & Gas Industry Codes and Standards
• Demonstrable experience in preparation of LOLER lift plans
• Experience and good understanding of Drilling and drilling maintenance activities and operations
• Experience and good understanding of drilling equipment and drilling systems
• Good understanding of top side operations and maintenance
• Survival BOSIET / FOET with CA-EBS
• 3 years’ offshore experience relating to rigging and lifting activities
• 5 years’ offshore experience in an OCS role or above
• Excellent written and spoken English
How to apply
To apply please e-mail your detailed CV and covering letter to [email protected] quoting the job title and reference number (example – Ref: 905) in the subject box.
