Company DescriptionA major gas development in southern Iraq to recover currently flared associated gas from regional oil fields. The scope includes:
Phase 1 covers a first processing train of 300 MMSCFD, with the plant designed for expansion to a second train of the same capacity.
Job DescriptionMission* Ensure full HSE compliance across material management and preservation activities, in line with company standards, procedures and project rules * Provide day-to-day oversight and follow-up of material management and preservation activities performed at site by the EPC Contractor, against approved plans, procedures and schedules * Coordinate with the Procurement and Construction teams on planning, control and execution of material movements in line with construction priorities * Enforce compliance with project specifications, approved procedures and OEM recommendations for material handling, storage and preservation * Manage the handover of capital spares, operational spare parts and special tools, ensuring documentation, traceability and alignment between Operations, EPC Contractors and Vendors
Material management oversight* Review and monitor the EPC Contractor’s Material Management Plan, procedures and workflows * Ensure materials are identified, tracked, stored, preserved and controlled from delivery to installation * Verify compliance with approved Material Take-Offs (MTOs), packing lists and delivery documentation
Preservation management* Review, approve and oversee the Preservation Plan for static and rotating equipment, piping, electrical and instrumentation items * Ensure preservation complies with OEM requirements, project specifications and international standards * Monitor preservation status, logs, tagging and inspection records * Verify preservation is maintained during long-term storage, construction delays and pre-commissioning
Inspection and compliance* Inspect site and warehouses to assess material condition and preservation status * Identify non-conformities, preservation lapses and storage deficiencies, and follow up corrective actions * Participate in audits, inspections and readiness reviews related to materials and preservation * Review damage reports, NCRs and claims related to material deterioration or mishandling
Coordination and interface* Interface with the EPC Contractor, vendors, logistics, construction, commissioning and QA/QC * Align preservation requirements with installation schedules together with engineering and commissioning teams * Support material handover from warehouse to construction and from construction to commissioning
Documentation and reporting* Review and validate material receiving reports, preservation records and turnover documentation * Track material status, preservation condition and outstanding actions * Prepare regular reports on material integrity, risks and compliance status
Risk and asset protection* Identify risks of corrosion, contamination, mechanical damage and environmental exposure * Recommend mitigation measures to protect assets and reduce rework, replacement or delays * Ensure preservation responsibilities stay clearly defined during contractor scope changes or schedule extensions
QualificationsQualifications and experience* Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related discipline * Minimum 10 years in material management and preservation on large EPC projects (oil & gas, petrochemical or power) * Strong knowledge of OEM preservation requirements, storage best practices and logistics * Familiarity with international standards for preservation and corrosion control * Strong field presence and inspection capability
Skills and competencies* Attention to detail and an asset-protection mindset * Strong coordination and communication skills * Ability to review technical procedures and challenge contractor practices * Proficiency in reporting, documentation and material tracking systems
