Supervisor - Commissioning
Job Description
Petrofac is a leading international service provider to the energy industry, with a diverse client portfolio including many of the worlds leading energy companies.
We design, build, manage and maintain infrastructure for our clients. We recruit, reward, and develop our people based on merit regardless of race, nationality, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, marital status or disability. We value our people and treat everyone who works for or with Petrofac fairly and without discrimination.
The world is re-thinking its energy supply and energy security needs; planning for a phased transition to alternative energy sources. We are here to help our clients meet these evolving energy needs.
This is an exciting time to join us on this journey.
Are you ready to bring the right energy to Petrofac and help us deliver a better future for everyone
Position Title: Supervisor-Commissioning- Telecom
Job Summary
The Telecom Commissioning Supervisor is responsible for supervising the pre-commissioning, commissioning, testing, and handover of telecommunication systems in oil and gas facilities. This role ensures that all telecom systems are installed, tested, and commissioned in accordance with project specifications, safety standards, and client requirements.The position requires close coordination with Engineering, Construction, Vendors and Client representatives to deliver fully functional telecom systems.
Key Responsibilities
Supervise commissioning activities for the following telecommunication systems:
- PAGA (Public Address & General Alarm)
- CCTV Surveillance Systems
- IP & Analog Telephone Systems
- UHF TETRA Radio Systems
- Structured Cabling Systems
- LAN/WAN Networks (Business LAN & Security LAN)
- Access Control Systems
- GSM Signal Enhancement Systems
- Fiber Optic Network / Systems
Execute and ensure compliance with approved Commissioning Procedures and Risk Assessments.
Ensure strict adherence to HSE procedures and site permit-to-work systems.
Coordinate with vendors, subcontractors, and other disciplines during Site Acceptance Tests (SAT), integration, and commissioning phases.
Participate in system walk-downs, functional testing, loop checks, energization, and troubleshooting.
Maintain detailed records of daily activities, testing progress, and issue resolution.
Manage and close punch list items in coordination with clients, vendors and construction teams.
Support the final system handover and ensure all as-built documentation and test records are completed and submitted.
Qualifications- Diploma or Bachelors Degree in Electronics, Telecommunications or a related discipline.
- Minimum 810 years of relevant experience in the oil & gas industry, including at least 35 years in a telecom commissioning supervisory role.
- Proficient in commissioning test equipment and documentation standards.
- Hands-on experience in both greenfield and brownfield projects.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and coordination abilities.
- CCNA or equivalent certification in telecom/networking
- Familiarity with ATEX / IECEx standards for hazardous area installations (advantageous)
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