Piping Commissioning Specialist | Saudi Arabia

Job Title: Piping Commissioning Specialist

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

Job Overview:

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.

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.