Onshore Commissioning lead

Job Title: Onshore Commissioning Lead

Job Code: HI-021

Location: Lagos

Category: CN

Job Purpose

The Onshore Commissioning Lead will support the Commissioning & Start-Up (CSU) Manager in delivering the overall commissioning scope of the project. The role involves overseeing day-to-day commissioning activities, ensuring HSSE compliance, and managing key interfaces between construction, commissioning, and operations teams.

Key Responsibilities

Commissioning & Start-Up Execution

- Assist the CSU Manager in delivering project commissioning objectives, acting as the primary contact for daily commissioning operations.

- Lead the commissioning team to ensure proper systemization, inspection, test record (ITR) allocation, workface planning (WFS), and schedule management.

- Oversee the development and execution of commissioning and start-up procedures.

- Manage the interface between construction and commissioning to ensure timely system handover.

- Support planning and execution of commissioning systems, ensuring compliance with technical standards and quality requirements.

- Coordinate the development of commissioning and test procedures with discipline leads to ensure thorough review and quality control.

- Supervise field execution of commissioning activities, providing company oversight and technical support.

HSSE & Regulatory Compliance

- Drive a strong HSSE culture within the owner and contractor teams to achieve Goal Zero.

- Manage HSSE responsibilities within the commissioning scope and contribute to the HSSE Transition Plan.

- Ensure emergency response (ER) preparedness and readiness for the CSU phase.

- Oversee CSU alarm management to prevent alarm overload during execution.

- Ensure compliance with regulatory permitting, SIMOPs management, and onshore/offshore requirements.

Performance Monitoring & Coordination

- Define and implement key performance indicators (KPIs) for contractor performance in collaboration with the Completions Lead.

- Ensure that safety-critical elements (SCEs) are identified, with performance standards incorporated into commissioning checklists.

- Lead system walkdowns, punch list management, and completion verification.

- Manage resource planning and scheduling of asset personnel deployed to support commissioning activities.

Operational Readiness & Handover

- Support the development of Start-Up and Ramp-Up (SURU) plans, including risk assessments, scenario planning, and emissions optimization.

- Contribute to the Project to Asset Transfer Plan and ensure smooth handover of facilities to the future asset owner.

- Document lessons learned to enhance best practices for future projects.

Qualifications & Experience

Education

- Degree or Diploma in Engineering or a related field.

Experience

- Minimum 15 years of experience in operations, commissioning, and start-up roles in oil & gas projects.

- Proven leadership experience in commissioning and HSSE management.

- Experience in large-scale oil & gas facility operations, including emergency response.

Key Skills & Competencies

- Strong expertise in commissioning and start-up planning and execution.

- Proficiency in technical integrity principles and interfacing with engineering, technical safety, QA/QC, and construction teams.

- Hands-on experience in commissioning management systems, project completions, and certification processes.

- Skilled in contract management and risk assessment in oil & gas projects.

- Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate teams across multiple disciplines.

- Strong interpersonal and communication skills for engaging with internal and external stakeholders.

- Experience in implementing the Flawless Delivery Process on major projects.

- Familiarity with international standards, IOGP practices, and regulatory frameworks.

- Coaching and mentoring capabilities for workforce development.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₦800,000.00 - ₦1,000,000.00 per month

Information :

• Company : Recruitment TISC
• Position : Onshore Commissioning lead
• Location : Lekki
• Country : NG