Field Engineering Manager

Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world.

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Field Engineering Manager with a proven track record in overseeing and coordinating all on-site activities, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and according to quality and safety standards for a high-profile client.

Our Clients and Projects

Designing the future. Transforming the world

Wood's Oil, Gas & New Energies business is built on a strong legacy of delivering large and complex projects for national and international energy companies across the globe. We have experienced teams, a proven delivery model and a strong reputation.

We are the market-leading provider of integrated and innovative solutions that challenge the status-quo in the oil and gas upstream and midstream, onshore and offshore, gas to liquids and decarbonization and electrification markets. We pride ourselves in steady and predictable delivery, setting our sights on an exciting growth trajectory.

Energy security, transition and supply have never been more important. You, our enabling teams, are at the very forefront of transformative projects that are providing sustainable power to generations to come. We are the ones to bring low-carbon concepts to reality.

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 organization 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

The key objectives for this role are:

• To lead and supervise field engineering teams to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget, manage budgets, develop teams through training and hiring, and ensure successful project execution and quality standards are met
• Strategic planning, problem-solving, and ensuring adherence to company policies and safety protocols in the field.

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people.

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.

What makes you remarkable?

At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world's most critical challenges.

Expected:

• Degree with a minimum of 20 years Oil and Gas industry experience
• Experience within an Oil and Gas EPC company is also highly desired and may be considered in lieu of capital project experience
• Must have excellent communications skills, both written and verbal, with a strong command of the English language.

• Must be qualified to obtain a CICPA and a UAE work visa

• Manage, mentor, and provide guidance to a team of field engineers

• Plan and execute field engineering to ensure they are completed on time and within budget
• Allocate resources, which can include staffing, equipment, and budget
• Assign tasks, monitor progress, and conduct performance feedback
• Conduct site inspections and provide on-site technical guidance
• Implement quality control procedures and ensure work complies with standards and specifications
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues that arise during projects
• Review and approve engineering designs, technical documentation, and project plans
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and safety regulations
• Collaborate with various departments, such as project management, RF teams, and other infrastructure teams
• Communicate with clients, customers, and senior management on project status and technical matters
• Prepare and present project updates, reports, and findings
• Document construction activities, including logs, progress, and inspection reports
• Develop and manage project budgets, and control costs
• Develop and implement engineering strategies and initiatives to drive technical excellence