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A member of the Purchasing and Supply Chain Management community is expected to provide support and guidance in all aspects of procurement and supply chain management in the Exploration and Production (E&P) Segment.

This includes understanding and providing strategic advice on procurement and supply chain options and risks, implementing agreed strategies to source the goods and services required by the PU, negotiating and executing contracts, and assuring effective post-award contract and performance management.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

The duties and responsibilities for this role are as follows:

- Determine sourcing strategies in alignment with applicable market sector / commodity strategies and specific business objectives;

- Engage the business and provide guidance in the process and risk management;

- Conduct the full sourcing process which includes development of scope, supplier selection, commercial negotiation and contract execution;

- Ensure post-award contract and performance management processes are implemented;

- Provide ongoing contract cost management and risk assessment;

- Participate in company networks, sharing information, best practices and lessons learned;

- Engage the team to follow the procedures;

- Work with suppliers to bring up to speed their operations to meet the client's requirements;

- Keep costs under control;

- Identify risks and create and implement mitigation plans;

- Ensure that performance management processes are in place.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

In addition to the required qualifications, the successful applicant is likely to be able to demonstrate the following:

- Interpersonal skills

- Partnership and teamwork;

- Negotiating and Influencing;

- Contract execution and management

- Supply chain risk management.

About Petroplan:

Petroplan is a global organisation which specialises in connecting skilled professionals with exceptional contract and permanent career opportunities throughout the oil, gas and energy industry. This has been our focus since Petroplan was formed in 1976.

Our company aim isn't to be the largest industry recruitment specialist but rather the best. As such, our recruitment services, contractor management and specialised support is tailored to meet the individual needs of candidates, contractors and clients. Petroplan's local offices across Europe, the Middle East, North America, Asia-Pacific, Africa and Australasia support projects throughout forty countries. Our client portfolio includes multi-national companies, together with niche organisations focusing on a specialist discipline or location.

For more information please feel free to visit our website http://petroplan.com

Petroplan
Energy Talent Explorers
Petroplan require Pipeline Supervisors and Operators for our client in support of their Pipeline Services including pumping and pigging, hydrostatic testing, and flooding cleaning and guaging.
Positions are offshore so in date offshore certification is required.
Mobilisations will commence from the 26th May with further contracts available through May and June.

About Petroplan:

Petroplan is a global organisation which specialises in connecting skilled professionals with exceptional contract and permanent career opportunities throughout the oil, gas and energy industry. This has been our focus since Petroplan was formed in 1976.

Our company aim isn't to be the largest industry recruitment specialist but rather the best. As such, our recruitment services, contractor management and specialised support is tailored to meet the individual needs of candidates, contractors and clients. Petroplan's local offices across Europe, the Middle East, North America, Asia-Pacific, Africa and Australasia support projects throughout forty countries. Our client portfolio includes multi-national companies, together with niche organisations focusing on a specialist discipline or location.

For more information please feel free to visit our website http://petroplan.com

Petroplan are currently recruiting for a Senior Materials Engineer to work in the Pipeline Design team for our client in Aberdeen on a staff basis. The successful candidate will support the design and fabrication of the various Subsea infrastructure projects that the company is involved in, ensuring that materials involved are in compliance with national codes and good engineering practice.

You would be joining a culture which is both supportive and challenging, supporting others in the department whilst providing specialist support to projects. You will have opportunity to be involved in a wide range of projects involving materials ranging from HSLA steels, 13 Cr martensitic steels, duplex stainless steels, austenitic stainless steels, nickel based alloys and many other general engineering materials.

Key responsibilities:

• Review and develop material specifications and data sheets for line pipe procurement suitable for S-Lay, Reel lay and Bundles.
• Provide materials support to the pipeline design discipline from conceptual and Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) studies to execution and technology development projects.
• Perform material selection and give support and recommendations to studies, tenders and projects.
• Provide input and support to tenders and projects on materials procurement and manufacturing.
• Provide support and ensure technical compliance for manufacturing.
• Participate in testing and qualification activities in connection with manufacturing.
• Interface with other stakeholders including, Pipeline Group members of welding and materials discipline, quality department, project teams, clients, subcontractors etc.
• Liaise with other disciplines as part of studies, tenders and project work.
• Provide materials support to the Structural discipline for spools / structural pipework including pipes, bends, fittings, flanges, valves and structures.

Qualifications:

The successful candidate will have:

• A degree in metallurgy, materials technology or other suitable degree.
• Experience working in a Subsea Materials Engineering position or similar
• Strong knowledge of applicable materials standards and specifications.
• Experience with welding processes, codes and standards.
• Experience in dealing with various departments and external suppliers and stakeholders

Personal skills:

The successful candidate will have:

• Excellent organisation and systematic working methods
• Excellent communication skills and be able to interface with various stakeholders and departments
• A proactive and positive attitude
• A high level of integrity
• Strong analytical skills

About Petroplan:

Petroplan is a global organisation which specialises in connecting skilled professionals with exceptional contract and permanent career opportunities throughout the oil, gas and energy industry. This has been our focus since Petroplan was formed in 1976.

Our company aim isn't to be the largest industry recruitment specialist but rather the best. As such, our recruitment services, contractor management and specialised support is tailored to meet the individual needs of candidates, contractors and clients. Petroplan's local offices across Europe, the Middle East, North America, Asia-Pacific, Africa and Australasia support projects throughout forty countries. Our client portfolio includes multi-national companies, together with niche organisations focusing on a specialist discipline or location.

For more information please feel free to visit our website http://petroplan.com

Project Engineer
Petroplan have current requirements for Project Engineers to work in our clients UK Engineering on a variety of projects in areas including IRM, Construction, ROV Intervention and Life of Field. These will be contract positions based in Aberdeen with the possibility of offshore trips
OVERVIEW OF ROLE
The Project Engineer provides engineering skills on a contract basis to projects, tendering activities, engineering studies, vessels and equipment and/or offshore engineering processes. Compliance with and delivery against project plans, relevant engineering standards and contractual obligations is required. The Project Engineer usually works as part of a team but may have responsibility for discrete work packages. He/she may be required to check technical documentation. Work may be carried out onshore, onsite or offshore, therefore there is a requirement to go offshore with this position.
The Project Engineer will ensure execution of technical project objectives and applies a working knowledge of:

• Onshore fabrication methods and practices
• Subsea construction techniques (diver and diverless), equipment and methods (including estimation and planning of construction and IRM activities)
• Rigging/seafastening design, equipment and methods (including any legislative and regulatory requirements)
• Vessel motion response theory
• Fabrication/construction contracting methods, with good commercial awareness

All personnel are expected to contribute to creating a positive HSEQ practices.
SPECIFIC KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & ACTIVITIES
Onshore:

• Develop project-specific procedures for the implementation of work to be carried out by onshore & offshore personnel in accordance with minimum standards. This includes liaising directly with clients and subcontractors.
• Be involved in HAZID studies & TRA's of tasks detailed in the procedures.
• Be involved in and have a good understanding of Specific Risk Assessments (isolations and barriers )
• Be accountable for designing, checking and/or supervising the design of installation aids and other equipment required for use offshore or for use onshore in preparation for offshore activities. Carry out the supervision of this through to fabrication and delivery, ensuring that the company's quality procedures and relevant codes/standards are applied wherever applicable.
• Be accountable for the preparation/performance or supervision of any engineering analysis of tasks relating to installation, to ensure the structural/operational integrity of the equipment during installation.
• Select suitable equipment to perform operational tasks offshore, checking all aspects of the equipment to ensure it is operated safely and efficiently with suitable certification provided to meet statutory regulations. Also liaise with vessel departments and third party contractors to ensure all equipment is fit for purpose and fully compatible with offshore worksite.

Offshore:

• Assist in the mobilisation/demobilisation of vessels to ensure that all equipment is handled in the correct manner and everyone involved is aware of all safety and technical aspects of the mob/demob.
• Provide all necessary technical briefings to offshore personnel ensuring that the overall working and safety philosophy of the project is fully understood by offshore personnel.
• Issue Procedures & Task plans ensuring that all relevant safety and quality issues to include hold witness points are included in task plan.
• Provide technical assistance to all offshore personnel to permit work to be implemented in accordance with approved procedure to the company's minimum standard.
• Identify any deviations from procedures and manage the change through the Management of Change process
• Manage and document the impact of change on the schedule, as-builts or anything else relating to vessel, with the approval of Offshore Manager / Client.
• Assist the Offshore Manager with the management of all project specific third-party contractors confirming all technical & operational aspects of the contract are observed.
• Present / perform toolbox talks and ensure all safety and quality issues, either from TRA's or procedures, are passed to all personnel involved in tasks, (ie. hold and witness requirements).
• Ensure that the engineering logbook is updated through each shift with a thorough handover with the opposite engineer at shift change over.

KEY RELATIONSHIPS/ STAKEHOLDERS
External

• Subcontractors and suppliers for engineering and procurement activity
• Clients for Technical Reviews, and input into tenders and studies
• Relevant professional bodies and institutions of learning

PERSON SPECIFICATION

• Previous experience in a similar role working on IRM and Construction projects is essential.
• Ability to function as a team member across multiple projects.
• Sound communication skills, oral, written and electronic.
• Ability to prioritise own workload, manage time and change control.
• Demonstrable ability to work within time/budget constraints

QUALIFICATIONS.

• Offshore Medical and survival certificates are essential

About Petroplan:

Petroplan is a global organisation which specialises in connecting skilled professionals with exceptional contract and permanent career opportunities throughout the oil, gas and energy industry. This has been our focus since Petroplan was formed in 1976.

Our company aim isn't to be the largest industry recruitment specialist but rather the best. As such, our recruitment services, contractor management and specialised support is tailored to meet the individual needs of candidates, contractors and clients. Petroplan's local offices across Europe, the Middle East, North America, Asia-Pacific, Africa and Australasia support projects throughout forty countries. Our client portfolio includes multi-national companies, together with niche organisations focusing on a specialist discipline or location.

For more information please feel free to visit our website http://petroplan.com

Petroplan
Talent Explorers
Petroplan are seeking Rigging Foremen for trips week commencing 7th May.
Mobilisations will be for assets offshore Aberdeen
Applicants will possess all relevant offshore certification together with:
NVQ Level 3,
Rigger Assessment Level 3 or 4,
Working at Height Level 2
ISSOW and Cow PA desirable

About Petroplan:

Petroplan is a global organisation which specialises in connecting skilled professionals with exceptional contract and permanent career opportunities throughout the oil, gas and energy industry. This has been our focus since Petroplan was formed in 1976.

Our company aim isn't to be the largest industry recruitment specialist but rather the best. As such, our recruitment services, contractor management and specialised support is tailored to meet the individual needs of candidates, contractors and clients. Petroplan's local offices across Europe, the Middle East, North America, Asia-Pacific, Africa and Australasia support projects throughout forty countries. Our client portfolio includes multi-national companies, together with niche organisations focusing on a specialist discipline or location.

For more information please feel free to visit our website http://petroplan.com

Description:

Participates in and may lead the development and execution of sourcing initiatives. Develop and execute sourcing strategies in alignment with applicable market sector and commodity strategies.
The role includes understanding the local business objectives and desired outcomes, engaging internal customers, understanding options and risks associated with supply chain activities, building supplier relationships in order to achieve superior supplier performance, negotiating commercial terms to deliver best value solutions, and the measurement/reporting of the value delivered.

Accountable for:

• Working with the relevant market sector and commodity managers to implement sourcing processes to ensure delivery of business plans and market sector/commodity strategies;
• The development of sourcing strategies in alignment with applicable market sector / commodity strategies and specific business objectives (both local and global);
• Understands business requirements for third party goods and services;
• Developing and maintaining knowledge of relevant supply market places;
• Manages supplier relationships, engagement and involvement;
• Leading the full sourcing process which includes development of scope, supplier selection, commercial negotiation, and contract execution;
• Provides on-going contract cost management and risk assessment;
• Championing and supporting the deployment of the appropriate purchase to pay solution;
• Ensuring the common processes are implemented, used and continually improved;
• Coaching less experienced staff;
• Participating in company networks, sharing information, best practices and lessons learned;
• Interfacing where relevant with the Indirect Procurement Operations Centre;
• Effective utilization of IP Procurement Operations Center to deliver sourcing activities;
• Work closely with Service Delivery Leads and Service Delivery Coordinators to assure sourcing delivery to the business stakeholders.

About Petroplan:

Petroplan is a global organisation which specialises in connecting skilled professionals with exceptional contract and permanent career opportunities throughout the oil, gas and energy industry. This has been our focus since Petroplan was formed in 1976.

Our company aim isn't to be the largest industry recruitment specialist but rather the best. As such, our recruitment services, contractor management and specialised support is tailored to meet the individual needs of candidates, contractors and clients. Petroplan's local offices across Europe, the Middle East, North America, Asia-Pacific, Africa and Australasia support projects throughout forty countries. Our client portfolio includes multi-national companies, together with niche organisations focusing on a specialist discipline or location.

For more information please feel free to visit our website http://petroplan.com

Production Technicians required for multiple positions offshore North Sea with immediate starts
Candidates will require offshore certification and, ideally, offshore experience and CRO experience.
Duties will include preparing production wells for testing, carrying out tests as specified, and completing well test reports. Carrying out process systems sampling activities, processes samples and preparing results as required, monitors chemical injection rates and maintaining tanks levels and stocks.

About Petroplan:

Petroplan is a global organisation which specialises in connecting skilled professionals with exceptional contract and permanent career opportunities throughout the oil, gas and energy industry. This has been our focus since Petroplan was formed in 1976.

Our company aim isn't to be the largest industry recruitment specialist but rather the best. As such, our recruitment services, contractor management and specialised support is tailored to meet the individual needs of candidates, contractors and clients. Petroplan's local offices across Europe, the Middle East, North America, Asia-Pacific, Africa and Australasia support projects throughout forty countries. Our client portfolio includes multi-national companies, together with niche organisations focusing on a specialist discipline or location.

For more information please feel free to visit our website http://petroplan.com

We are urgently looking for a Senior Instrument Engineer for an immediate start in Aberdeen. This will be a long term contract opportunity, office based with the occasional trip offshore.

Applications must have the following:

• Valid BOSIET certificate/MIST/Offshore medical completed
• Minimum of degree educated
• Experience of working for Oil & Gas EPC contractors on design projects (Concept/FEED/Detailed Design)

About Petroplan:

Petroplan is a global organisation which specialises in connecting skilled professionals with exceptional contract and permanent career opportunities throughout the oil, gas and energy industry. This has been our focus since Petroplan was formed in 1976.

Our company aim isn't to be the largest industry recruitment specialist but rather the best. As such, our recruitment services, contractor management and specialised support is tailored to meet the individual needs of candidates, contractors and clients. Petroplan's local offices across Europe, the Middle East, North America, Asia-Pacific, Africa and Australasia support projects throughout forty countries. Our client portfolio includes multi-national companies, together with niche organisations focusing on a specialist discipline or location.

For more information please feel free to visit our website http://petroplan.com