Preservation Supervisor

Wood

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Preservation Supervisor with experience executing hands-on preservation activities for all equipment for a high-profile client.

What we can offer

• Meaningful and interesting projects: Delivered to high profile clients across the Energy Sector
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: We are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business
• Competitive remuneration package: With regular reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market
• Medical Insurance: Ensures inpatient, and outpatient medical care is available should you require treatment
• Group Life and Personal Accident Insurance: The company provides Life Assurance cover
• End of Service Gratuity: In line with UAE Labor Law, all employees are eligible for an End of Service benefit
• The Employee Share Plan: Gives you the opportunity to purchase Wood shares and receive a match from the company
• Long Service Award: Wood values the commitment and loyalty of our people. Celebrating Long Service provides an opportunity for the business to demonstrate their appreciation of the hard work, dedication and many years service of our employees at 5 year service milestones
• Commitment to continued professional development: Development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests
• Global connections: Join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession
• Energy Transition Academy: Join a community of experts sharing your knowledge and gaining more exposure to a variety of existing and emerging energy systems delivered by experts in their field

Job Objective

To plan, supervise, and execute hands-on preservation activities for all equipment, materials, and systems during storage, construction, and pre-commissioning phases, ensuring asset integrity, compliance with project specifications, and readiness for commissioning and handover.

Skills And Qualifications

Expected:

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in related discipline
• Minimum 15 years in Oil & Gas EPC/EPCM projects
• At least 5+ years in a supervisory preservation role
• Experience on major CAPEX projects (ADNOC or equivalent operators preferred)

Strong knowledge of:

• Preservation techniques and methodologies
• Rotating & static equipment preservation
• Preservation during storage, construction, and commissioning
• Familiarity with:
• PMS tools (WinPCS, Zenator, and/or GoTechnology .)
• International standards (API, ASME, ISO, NACE)

Ability to interpret:

• P&IDs, line lists, datasheets, vendor manuals

Key Skills

• Strong leadership and team management
• Proactive approach rather than passive, wait to be told approach
• Excellent coordination and stakeholder communication
• High attention to detail and documentation accuracy
• Problem-solving and proactive planning
• Ability to work in multicultural, high-pressure EPCM environments

KPIs / Performance Indicators

• Preservation compliance rate (%)
• Zero equipment degradation or warranty loss
• Timely closure of preservation punch items
• Audit and inspection success rate
• HSE performance (zero LTI)

1. Preservation Planning & Execution

• Implement the Project Preservation Plan in line with ADNOC and EPCM standards
• Ensure preservation from material receipt through to commissioning/start-up
• Understand interpretation and implementation of Material Safety Data Sheets

Plan preservation requirements for:

• Static equipment (vessels, tanks, exchangers)
• Rotating equipment (pumps, compressors, turbines)
• Piping systems and valves
• Electrical, instrumentation, and telecom systems
• Apply preservation techniques such as:
• VCI (Vapour Corrosion Inhibitors)
• Nitrogen blanketing / purging
• Protective coatings and sealing

2. Supervision & Coordination

• Supervise preservation technicians, subcontractors, and vendor personnel. Coordinate closely with:
• Construction
• QA/QC
• Warehouse & logistics
• Commissioning teams
• Interface with OEM vendors to ensure compliance with manufacturer preservation requirements

3. Inspection, Monitoring & Compliance

• Conduct routine preservation inspections and audits
• Monitor environmental conditions (humidity, temperature, corrosion risks)

Ensure compliance with:

• ADNOC HSE standards
• Project specifications
• International codes (API, ISO, NACE)
• Participate in client inspections, walkdowns, and punch-list clearance

4. Documentation & Systems Management

• Maintain and update Preservation Management System (PMS) (e.g., WinPCS, Zenator, and/or GoTechnology)

Prepare and manage:

• Preservation procedures and method statements
• Inspection reports and logs
• Preservation checklists and records
• Ensure full traceability for handover and audit purposes

5. Interface with Commissioning & Handover

Support completion and commissioning teams during:

• System handover
• Mechanical completion verification
• Ensure preserved equipment meets operability and warranty requirements before start-up

6. HSE & Quality Assurance

Enforce strict adherence to:

• Permit to Work (PTW) systems
• PPE compliance
• ADNOC HSE policies
• Promote a zero-harm culture and safe work practices
• Ensure all activities meet quality standards and project KPIs