About the job HVAC COMMISSIONING SPECIALIST - OFFSHORE
We are looking for an experienced HVAC Commissioning Specialist to support offshore commissioning activities on an oil and gas project. The role is responsible for ensuring that all HVAC systems are mechanically complete, tested, balanced, verified, and safely handed over in compliance with project requirements, specifications, and applicable international standards.
Job Responsibilities
- Support offshore commissioning activities for HVAC systems, including: Ventilation systems, Pressurization systems, Air conditioning systems, Smoke extraction systems
- Verify mechanical completion and system readiness for pre-commissioning, commissioning, and handover
- Review, manage, and close HVAC punch lists in coordination with construction and QA/QC teams
- Coordinate with construction, QA/QC, fire & gas, and commissioning teams to ensure proper work sequencing and interface management
- Witness and support pre-commissioning and commissioning activities, including: Functional testing, Airflow measurement and balancing, Performance verification and acceptance testing
- Ensure HVAC systems are installed, tested, and commissioned in accordance with approved drawings, project specifications, applicable codes, and safety requirements
- Interface with fire & gas and safety systems to ensure HVAC integration complies with hazardous area and safety philosophies
- Support preparation, review, and completion of commissioning dossiers, test records, and handover documentation
- Participate in offshore safety meetings, toolbox talks, and commissioning readiness reviews
- Monitor and report commissioning progress, risks, and technical issues to the Commissioning Lead and Project Management Team
- Ensure full compliance with offshore HSE regulations and safe work practices
Key Qualifications:
- Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, HVAC Engineering, or equivalent
- Minimum 10 years of experience in offshore oil and gas projects
- Strong background in HVAC installation, testing, balancing, and commissioning activities
- Hands-on experience with: Ventilation and pressurization systems, HVAC systems interfacing with fire & gas systems, Smoke extraction systems, Hazardous area HVAC requirements
- Good understanding of offshore commissioning processes and mechanical completion systems
- Ability to work offshore on a rotational basis
- Strong coordination, communication, and interface management skills
- Good knowledge of offshore HSE regulations and practices
- Previous experience as an HVAC Commissioning Specialist/Engineer on EPC offshore projects (Preferred)
- Experience working on offshore platforms, jackets, modules, and topsides (Preferred)
- Familiarity with commissioning databases and handover management systems (Preferred)
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