Job Description

Job Title: Piping Commissioning Specialist

Location: Jubail, Saudi Arabia
Contract Type: SMP – Long Term
Experience Required: 8–10 years (Saudi/GCC petrochemical experience preferred)

We are looking for an experienced Piping Commissioning Specialist to execute and support piping commissioning activities for large-scale petrochemical projects. The ideal candidate will ensure all activities are carried out safely, efficiently, and in compliance with project specifications, commissioning procedures, and international standards.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities:

• Execute piping commissioning activities in accordance with OPERCOM®, project schedules, and approved procedures.

• Ensure strict adherence to Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) standards for all piping-related activities.

• Review and approve piping commissioning procedures, method statements, and deliverables

• Witness and monitor critical commissioning operations, including:

  • Air blowing and water flushing

  • Steam blowing

  • Degreasing activities

  • Tightness and leak testing

  • System drying

  • Catalyst, desiccant, and chemical loading

• Perform internal inspections of columns, vessels, reactors, drums, furnaces, boilers, tanks, and filtration systems

• Verify system cleanliness, correct installation of gaskets and bolts, and proper safety isolation before commissioning.

• Coordinate with construction, QA/QC, and operations teams to ensure system readiness and smooth handover

• Support commissioning progress reviews and assist in the transition from commissioning to start-up operations

• Identify and resolve technical issues during commissioning to avoid delays.
  

Requirements:

• Minimum 8–10 years of experience in piping commissioning within oil & gas or petrochemical projects.

• Prior experience in Saudi Arabia or GCC region is highly preferred.

• Strong knowledge of piping systems, commissioning procedures, and industry standards

• Hands-on experience with OPERCOM® systems.

• Proven experience in flushing, blowing, testing, and system preparation activities

• Solid understanding of HSE practices and compliance requirements

• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, isometric drawings, and technical documents

• Strong coordination and problem-solving skills.