Turnaround Specialist

Job Requirements:

Key Responsibilities:

Work Request Evaluation & Scoping:

• Screen and review mechanical TAR notifications and work orders.
• Validate and clarify job scope with operations, maintenance, and requestors.
• Conduct field/site surveys to verify asset conditions, access, constraints, and isolation requirements.
• Identify and eliminate obsolete or duplicate scope.
• Support scope finalization, late scope management, and change control processes.

Work Pack Development:

• Develop comprehensive mechanical execution packs in alignment with TAR readiness gates and client procedures.
• Work packs must include:
• Job Method Statements (step-by-step)
• Material take-off (MTO) and tools list
• Drawings (P&IDs, Isometrics, PEFS, vendor prints)
• Equipment isolation plans (mechanical, electrical, process)
• QA/QC Hold and Witness Points
• Cleaning, inspection, and testing requirements
• NDT scope, hydrotesting and reinstatement plan
• Safety, rigging, scaffolding, and lifting plans
• Ensure compliance with client’s Work Pack Preparation Procedures.
• Update SAP/CMMS with relevant details (tasks, resources, durations, equipment codes).
• If identified react to change in scope, inform necessary parties and complete the necessary change management documentation.

Materials and Spare Parts Planning:

• Identify required spare parts and consumables using OEM manuals and SAP BOM.
• Validate material specifications and confirm ROS (Required on Site) dates.
• Liaise with Supply Chain Management (SCM) to ensure timely procurement and delivery.
• Track availability of gaskets, stud bolts, blinds, internal trays, tube bundles, and internals for columns/vessels.

HSE & Risk Assessment:

• Conduct Job Safety Analysis (JSA) and integrate HAZOP/HAZID learnings.
• Identify potential hazards (confined spaces, hot work, line breaks).
• Prepare supporting documentation: PTW, isolation certificates, risk mitigation plans.
• Ensure compliance with TAR HSE plans and standards.

Coordination of Resources and Vendors:

• Determine manpower (craft, level, shift) and contractor engagement.
• Confirm availability of:
• Specialty services (e.g., chemical cleaning, retubing, reboiler repair)
• NDT services
• Third-party QA/QC
• Special tools and temporary facilities (e.g., lighting, shelters, workstations)
• Confirm vendor readiness with agreed scope, deliverables, and mobilization plans.
• Support contractor onboarding and briefing sessions.

Schedule Integration & Execution Support:

• Align work packs with TAR schedule using Primavera (P6).
• Identify critical path and high-risk jobs for early execution planning.
• Support batching, area/system-based work packaging, and logical sequencing.
• Provide field support during execution and closeout activities.

Quality, Data & Change Management:

• Document lessons learned for repetitive jobs to improve next TAR.
• Provide the first point of contact for business interfaces on turnaround activities

Work Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent
• Minimum 10 years of experience in oil and gas (onshore/offshore), with solid exposure to plant maintenance, turnaround, and reliability engineering

Relevant Experience Required:

• Demonstrated experience in preparing work packs for mechanical/static equipment in brownfield turnaround environments.
• Demonstrated experience in brownfield facilities, live plant environments, and managing multi-disciplined work scopes.
• Proficient in SAP-PM, MS Office, Primavera P6 and turnaround planning tools.
• Conversant with SAP-PM, Primavera P6, MS Office, and industry CMMS tools.

Technical:

• In-depth knowledge of static mechanical equipment and turnaround methodologies.
• Familiar with industry standards (API, ASME Etc).

Planning & Execution:

• Solid grasp of turnaround workflow including work scoping, constructability review, job bundling, and sequencing.
• Experience in developing multi-discipline execution plans (mechanical, scaffolding, rigging, insulation).
• Familiar with shutdown integration, milestone tracking, and emergent work protocols.

Safety & Compliance:

• Sound understanding of permit systems, line break procedures, and barrier management.
• HSE-conscious mindset with experience in risk assessment facilitation.

Communication & Leadership:

• Strong verbal and written communication; able to write clear technical documentation.
• Demonstrates ownership, initiative, and commitment to TAR excellence