Supervisor - Operations Support

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

The role
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced PMC Supervisor - Operations Support with a proven track record in the oil and gas engineering industry.

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 supervise and control the Permit to Work (PTW) system ensuring all work activities on site are authorized, risk-assessed, and executed safely in compliance with ADNOC HSE standards, project procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Supervise the issuance, monitoring, and closure of work permits for all construction and maintenance activities
• Ensure permits are issued in accordance with ADNOC PTW procedures and project HSE requirements
• Verify that all required risk assessments, method statements, and safety documents are attached before permit approval
• Maintain strict control over simultaneous operations (SIMOPS) activities
• Coordinate with construction, operations, HSE, and contractor teams before permit issuance
• Conduct site verification to confirm work conditions match permit requirements
• Ensure conflicting permits or hazardous activities are identified and controlled
• Ensure all activities comply with ADNOC HSE standards, PTW procedures, and safety regulations
• Verify isolation certificates, gas testing results, and safety precautions before issuing permits
• Stop work if unsafe conditions are identified
• Supervise the permit office operations and ensure proper documentation control
• Maintain permit registers, logs, and records for auditing purposes
• Monitor permit validity and ensure timely suspension, extension, or cancellation
• Conduct regular worksite inspections to ensure work is performed as per permit conditions
• Monitor high-risk activities such as: hot work, confined space entry, excavation, lifting operations, electrical isolation
• Provide PTW system training and guidance to contractors and project personnel
• Support the implementation of ADNOC HSE policies and safe work practices
• Prepare daily permit reports and activity logs
• Report permit violations, safety issues, and incidents to the HSE Manager

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:

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in engineering (mechanical, electrical, civil, or related discipline)
• Minimum 10 years of experience in oil & gas onshore projects
• At least 5 years’ experience as permit issuer / area authority
• Strong experience on ADNOC onshore projects is mandatory
• ADNOC Permit to Work (PTW) Issuer / Area Authority Certification
• H2S awareness
• IOSH / NEBOSH (preferred)
• First aid & fire fighting

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.