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Chief Mechanical Engineer Responsibilities: FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES Coordinates with principal engineers to ensure correct implementation of the project design to be directed to the lead engineers. Reviews mechanical engineering studies, design drawings and documents, and materials and equipment specifications. Resolves specialty related mechanical engineering issues by applying accepted principles, codes, and standards. Establishes scope of work for each project or proposal. Schedules and expedites work of department. Develops organizational procedures, methods and controls. Ensures quality and safety standards and procedures are followed. Ensures work is carried out in accordance with relevant codes, standards, and procedures. Ensures technical integrity of discipline deliverables produced on the project. Coordinates activities with other departments and clients. Determines the need for investigation and research. Participates in the development of long-range plans. Establishes project objectives and priorities Provides expert advice on mechanical engineering design, process and other methods. AUTHORITY/LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES Makes staffing decisions and provides employees with training and development opportunities. Proposes and managing department budget and participating in development of unit budget. Accountable for quality of work of subordinates, including those who supervise others. Accountable for unit deliverables. Makes recommendations concerning salary adjustments and performance evaluations. Approves timesheets. Requirements: BS in Engineering and registered as a professional engineer with significant experience of 25 years. Has experience in the oil/gas, hydrocarbon, refinery, offshore, or infrastructure industries and is recognized as specialist in mechanical engineering field on large to mega projects. Must have thorough knowledge of mechanical engineering practices and economic principles, calculation protection methods, design details, international codes and standards, procedures, and specifications. About Petroplan Petroplan is the trusted, specialist global Talent Solutions partner of choice for employers and professionals in the Energy sector. Since 1976, Petroplan has been here to help people like you make the most of the opportunities available and find the best fit for you as an individual. Over 10,000 placements in more than 55 countries for over 550 clients across 65 disciplines. In an industry where skilled and experienced professionals are increasingly sought after resource, we appreciate the true value of what you have to offer. What's more, we understand that different things are important to different people in today's world of work - it's about making exactly the right connections for you as an individual. Our reputation for contractor and candidate care, understanding what makes you tick, and finding you the best match is second-to-none. We understand the industry inside-out and seek to understand YOU and your motivations in the same way. We take the time to evaluate your individual strengths, understand the most important things to you, and establish exactly what you're looking for from your next role.
About The Job Assist PM in delivery of project successfully. Coordinates the design and requisitioning of the portion of work assigned (per several disciplines or project areas and/or facility unit) in accordance with Company QHSES corporate policies, contractual commitments (design data, codes, classes etc.), schedule and budget. Assist Project Manager to meet Project Quality, Cost and Schedule. Prepares the list of applicable Project procedures. Assists Project Manager in organizing Project Kick-Off Meeting and progress meetings. Conducts internal weekly progress meetings and other inter-discipline meetings as required. Prepares Minutes of Meetings for all meetings. Assist the Project Manager to produce weekly and monthly progress reports. Manage Equipment List, Model Review and Safety Workshop. Promotes teamwork within project task force/ team. Ensures all technical interfaces among various disciplines are properly managed and resolved. Monitors engineering disciplines progress and expedites the issuance of discipline deliverables per project schedule. Assists the Project Manager in the proper distribution of contract documents to the relevant disciplines. Coordinates Change Notices and Design Basis Deviations distribution. Assist Project Manager in closing out all the project related actions and preparation of archiving of documents. Ensure all Project Deliverables in line with the contractual requirements. Assist in Final Documentation and Project Close-Out Report. Essential Qualifications Must have : Degree in Engineering. Minimum 6 to 10 years of experience in Oil & Gas and/or petrochemical industries. Independent and able to manage the disciplines seamlessly. Team player with good communication skills. Experience in Offshore projects is an added advantage About Petroplan Petroplan is the trusted, specialist global Talent Solutions partner of choice for employers and professionals in the Energy sector. Since 1976, Petroplan has been here to help people like you make the most of the opportunities available and find the best fit for you as an individual. Over 10,000 placements in more than 55 countries for over 550 clients across 65 disciplines. In an industry where skilled and experienced professionals are increasingly sought after resource, we appreciate the true value of what you have to offer. What's more, we understand that different things are important to different people in today's world of work - it's about making exactly the right connections for you as an individual. Our reputation for contractor and candidate care, understanding what makes you tick, and finding you the best match is second-to-none. We understand the industry inside-out and seek to understand YOU and your motivations in the same way. We take the time to evaluate your individual strengths, understand the most important things to you, and establish exactly what you're looking for from your next role.
We are seeking for a position Senior Engineer, Civil to be located at our client office in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Successful candidate would be offered as a fixed term employment.About The Job Perform as Senior Civil Engineer in project execution and takes the ownership of the specific tasks in a project: Technical responsibility of Civil design work. Performing Civil Design Calculations and Reports. Coordination with other discipline Engineers. Forecasting of MTO's for his/her design area. Reviewing vendor documents Main Accountabilities Perform or initiate conceptual design for civil works. Prepare Civil Design Criteria and Design Specifications. Perform detailed Civil design. Assist Subcontract and Project Engineer to prepare tender document for civil works and third-party specialist study. Manage and review third party specialist study or design in accordance with specific project or client requirements. Provide technical support to Permitting Section for planning approvals from all relevant authorities. Provide engineering advice and guidance to Civil Engineers Provides guidance and mentoring to drafter and designer. Review and incorporate vendor data. Review shop drawings. Provide all necessary civil information to other departments. Coordinate with all the other discipline lead engineers / engineers. Participate in 3D model review. Produce engineering deliverables or tasks on schedule and within the allocated manhour. Ensure quality of the deliverables is of the expected level. Check and ensure construction drawings meet quality and HSE objectives of the project. Provide man-hour and material cost estimating for proposals. Develop in-house programs. Requirements: Engineering Degree. Minimum 10 years of experience in design and execution of the projects in onshore oil and gas. Familiarity with all technical aspects of the Civil discipline Fluency in professional English Construction experience on site (Preferrable) About Petroplan Petroplan is the trusted, specialist global Talent Solutions partner of choice for employers and professionals in the Energy sector. Since 1976, Petroplan has been here to help people like you make the most of the opportunities available and find the best fit for you as an individual. Over 10,000 placements in more than 55 countries for over 550 clients across 65 disciplines. In an industry where skilled and experienced professionals are increasingly sought after resource, we appreciate the true value of what you have to offer. What's more, we understand that different things are important to different people in today's world of work - it's about making exactly the right connections for you as an individual. Our reputation for contractor and candidate care, understanding what makes you tick, and finding you the best match is second-to-none. We understand the industry inside-out and seek to understand YOU and your motivations in the same way. We take the time to evaluate your individual strengths, understand the most important things to you, and establish exactly what you're looking for from your next role.
About The Job Play key roles on project execution and guide the team/peers to deliver excellent results. Provides technical guidance and effective navigation to move the team forward. Knowledgeable to seek alignment and resolution when the need arises. Approachable and effective collaboration skillsets. Work for team results. Ability to coach and mentor new engineers. Share and constructive feedback for electrical engineering workflow/sequence. Conducive to effort for development and progress of the department team. Design Basis, Code & Standard Understanding and applying knowledge of International Codes and Standards, Industrial Standards and Practices as applicable etc. and Interpretation and application of the requirement to meet project requirements. Understanding and applying knowledge of Local Codes and Standards, identify discrepancy with any international standards, competent to resolve problems /trouble shoot based on Codes & Standards interpretation Understand limitation of Codes and Standards, knowledge of Local laws and applicable regulatory requirements and apply with accuracy and effectiveness. In-depth understanding of Client's specification (e.g. PTS, DEP etc.) and provide service which meet contract requirements Review and raise clarifications on the Contractual documents / ITB (Invitation to Bid) in case of ambiguity in definition / lack of clarity / lack of reference/ areas of doubt etc. based on experience /judgment. Knowledge Of Electrical Engineering Activities Competent to review Specifications and Data Sheets, Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID's), Plot plans, General Arrangement (GA) drawings, Review Philosophies, Area Classification Drawings and other relevant documents. Prepare the design basis, single line-diagrams, equipment and cable sizing calculations and other material and equipment analysis for client approval. Guide engineers in the preparation of equipment and material specifications and data sheets. Competent to participate effectively in the development of detailed engineering calculations and drawings including the preparation of Load list/schedule, Single Line Diagrams, Schematic Diagrams, Logic Diagrams, Cable Schedules and Cable Drum Schedules, Interconnection Schedules, Equipment Layouts, Cable Routing and Layout Drawings, Cable Trench/Tray Layout Drawings, Lighting System Layout and Details, Earthing/Lightning System Layout and Details, Heat Tracing Layout and Details, Installation Standard Drawings, Protection Drawings and other required documents. Competent to perform/review and analyse the results of Load flow, short circuit, voltage dips and transient stability studies, relay co-ordination and design calculations for lighting, earthing and lightning protection etc. Ability to solve the problems and recommend the way forward. Prepare Inquiry Requisitions to vendors, participate in the technical evaluation of vendor bid offers. Competent to review Vendor's various options (including limitation and /or deviation) and provide Technical Bid Evaluations (TBE). Review vendor drawings and documents. Ensure vendor equipment specifications meet with client equipment specifications and are within budgeted costs. Prepare Purchase Requisitions for the procurement of equipment and materials. Ensure materials are obtained within scheduled timeframes and budgeted costs. Review plot plans, organize the issuance of engineering drawings and technical documents for Inter-Discipline Checks (IDC's) coordinate with other engineering discipline in the integration of technical data inputs. Competent to witness vendor FAT / shop testing, inspect vendor works and workshops when required, provide dispatch clearance and test certificates. Competent to participate effectively to resolve any issues related to equipment testing in case of failures / deficiencies /under-performance /discrepancy during shop testing. Participate in ELSOR/HAZOP meeting with the client and representatives of other engineering disciplines and close out of any action points. Competent to interface and provide clarification, guidance and technical support to construction sites and commissioning engineers. Provide startup assistance as required. Competent to explore cost-saving options / energy efficient measures during project execution phase or during proposal, if requested, and if available. Perform related duties as and when directed by Direct Supervisor. Working Deliverables Ability to prepare or guide the team to prepare effectively in a timely and productive manner, Calculation Spreadsheets, study and design reports Job specification / Equipment specification, Technical Data Sheet Material Requisition ( MR /SR ), Technical Clarification Technical Bid Evaluation / Tabulation ( TBE /TBT) Logic and Schematic diagrams Special study reports ( e.g. Voltage selection, motor selection, VSD application, EMC, root-cause analysis etc.) Sizing and selection of Hazardous Area Equipments Input to other disciplines' deliverables such as layout and utility requirements Weight data and foundation loading input Equipment interface details Vendor Data Review (VDR) Expert review on Vendor documents to meet Codes and Standards, Local Regulations, project and disciplines requirements Competent to interface with other disciplines like piping group, process, civil, structural and instrumentation. Able to understand interface issues with other disciplines, and resolve any conflict Able to conduct VDR meeting with vendor /support Vendor in case of needs to shorten the VDR duration and to achieve project progress. Equipment Manufacturing Knowledge Understand manufacturing process, long lead components, critical specifications of equipments, critical element/ critical path and how its influence the delivery of equipment Able to anticipate effectively to improve delivery schedule of Vendor equipment Perform As Lead Engineer Role In the role as a Lead Engineer, able to provide total commitment to meet project values, monitoring of progress to achieve delivery schedule and execute within appropriate budget/resources. Ability to anticipate, escalate and communicate effectively in time. To provide pro-activeness, creativity and efficiency in project execution. Coordinate and plan resources for execution of project. Participate in the review of contract requirements for project execution, identify and resolve discrepancies and divergences from original proposal, FEED etc, identify requirements and scope of work, plan and prepare the Technical document deliverable list, man-hour estimation and project schedules etc. Ability to identify the scope of work in various phases of projects like conceptual, pre-FEED, FEED, EPC, EPCM, PMC and accordingly plan and schedule the man hours. Advise Head of Department on the manpower and skill levels required, to ensure smooth execution of the project. Distribute and assign work to the project team appropriately, to meet the project schedule. Overall manage the development of detailed engineering calculations and drawings. Ensure the lesson learnt from past projects are discussed and applied as required. Conduct regular team meetings to discuss about project progress, priorities and issues. Ability to resolve issues and recommend the way forward to meet project requirement and schedule adhering to the intended quality. Ensure proper communication and coordination among the team members. Establish project filing system and ensure adherence to project requirements and department standards. Liaise with other departments/ disciplines, clients and third parties as required by the projects. Be overall responsible for the quality of work produced. Produce the discipline close-out report once the project completed. Act as the discipline Project Engineer to ensure the project executed within the specified schedules and budget. Technical Audits Ability to carry out technical audits at the Head of Department request (For Senior Engineer more than 10 years experience) Able to effectively investigate and resolve any quality complaints or incidents raised by any interested parties, or when requested by Client, or project manager. Essential Qualifications The Candidate shall possess a Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering accredited by Board of Engineer Malaysia or approved equivalent. For Senior engineer, Possess at least minimum 8 years of electrical engineering design experiences in onshore / offshore application. For Lead Engineer, Possess at least minimum 12 years of post graduate experience in the similar electrical engineering design experiences for onshore / offshore application. Preferably registered Professional Engineer (PE) with local board or approved equivalent. Professional Engineer with Practising Certificate (PEPC) will be advantageous for Lead Engineering position. About Petroplan Petroplan is the trusted, specialist global Talent Solutions partner of choice for employers and professionals in the Energy sector. Since 1976, Petroplan has been here to help people like you make the most of the opportunities available and find the best fit for you as an individual. Over 10,000 placements in more than 55 countries for over 550 clients across 65 disciplines. In an industry where skilled and experienced professionals are increasingly sought after resource, we appreciate the true value of what you have to offer. What's more, we understand that different things are important to different people in today's world of work - it's about making exactly the right connections for you as an individual. Our reputation for contractor and candidate care, understanding what makes you tick, and finding you the best match is second-to-none. We understand the industry inside-out and seek to understand YOU and your motivations in the same way. We take the time to evaluate your individual strengths, understand the most important things to you, and establish exactly what you're looking for from your next role.
Job Title: Finance Assistant/ AP Clerk Location: Houston, TX Type of Role: Direct Hire/ Permanent Full benefits provided including medical/dental/vision insurance 401K match Overview Petroplan has been a trusted, global talent solutions partner for nearly fifty years, specializing in supporting projects and connecting talented professionals in the Energy Industry. We have partnered with our trusted client that is looking for a Finance Assistant/ AP Clerk. This is a remarkable opportunity to grow your career and have an impact on the organization! Job Duties & Responsibilities The overall responsibility is to support and guide to the project teams in the commercial and financial aspects of the project. Ensure all bills are prepared and compile client invoices Work closely with Project Accountant Ensure timely and accurate invoicing of all projects and invoices Check all the information to support an invoice is available in a timely manner Ensure month end data is available for compilation of monthly accounts Summarize timesheet information for billing purposes Assist with compliance and coding Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance preferred Proactive self-starter, effective communication skills, problem-solver, and excellent at meeting/exceeding deadlines Previous AP Experience with International experience a plus Experience with SAP/ Oracle a plus About Petroplan Petroplan is the trusted, specialist global Talent Solutions partner of choice for employers and professionals in the Energy sector. Since 1976, Petroplan has been here to help people like you make the most of the opportunities available and find the best fit for you as an individual. Over 10,000 placements in more than 55 countries for over 550 clients across 65 disciplines. In an industry where skilled and experienced professionals are increasingly sought after resource, we appreciate the true value of what you have to offer. What's more, we understand that different things are important to different people in today's world of work - it's about making exactly the right connections for you as an individual. Our reputation for contractor and candidate care, understanding what makes you tick, and finding you the best match is second-to-none. We understand the industry inside-out and seek to understand YOU and your motivations in the same way. We take the time to evaluate your individual strengths, understand the most important things to you, and establish exactly what you're looking for from your next role.
Compressor Specialist Engineer Permanent Position Location: Saudi Arabia Overview Seeking a Compressor Specialist to join the Global Manufacturing Excellence Team within the Global Manufacturing Support Department (GMSD). GMSD is a multi-disciplinary organisation with interface to technical, and in some cases business, support requirements of Domestic Refining & NGL Fractionation Admin Area. Its function caters mainly to the technical needs of Global Manufacturing, operating facilities management, and driving the performances of operating facilities in executing corporate programs and initiatives towards operational excellence and value creation. Your Role Your primary role will be to provide technical evaluation and assessment of Compressors including all the relevant auxiliary systems in the refining, NGLF, and petrochemical plants. Your Key Responsibilities: As the successful candidate you will be required to perform the following: Provide technical support to the operation team during the entire lifecycle of the compressors, analysing their performances, operative conditions and boundaries, in order to guarantee reliable and safe operations. Troubleshoot Compressors & Rotating Equipment failures & performance. Utilise knowledge and familiarity with the international standards in order to improve the equipment performance. Implement best-in-class solutions pertaining to the rotating equipment and Compressors in particular, as foreseen by international standards and other internal company standards. Lead efficiency improvement initiates, upgrading programs, & projects for Compressors. Provide technical solutions whenever the machines experience failures, utilizing sound maintenance strategies to analyse, address and rectify the root causes in order to prevent reoccurrences. Propose changes in operating modes, or technological improvement, or maintenance strategies implementation, in order to support the company vision of continuous improvement throughout collaboration and people conversation. Your Skills and Qualifications: You must have a bachelor degree in mechanical engineering. You should have a minimum of 15 years' experience in the rotating equipment discipline, with at least 5 years of specialized experience in compressors, and 5 years relevant experience in the field of troubleshooting & assessments. Thorough knowledge of engineering practices and economic principles, calculation methods, design details, and international codes, standards and specifications, including API610, API 617, API 618, API 619, API 692 is required. Familiarity with the basic investigation tools and techniques like FRACAS, RCA, and TAPROOT is an added value. About Petroplan Petroplan is the trusted, specialist global Talent Solutions partner of choice for employers and professionals in the Energy sector. Since 1976, Petroplan has been here to help people like you make the most of the opportunities available and find the best fit for you as an individual. Over 10,000 placements in more than 55 countries for over 550 clients across 65 disciplines. In an industry where skilled and experienced professionals are increasingly sought after resource, we appreciate the true value of what you have to offer. What's more, we understand that different things are important to different people in today's world of work - it's about making exactly the right connections for you as an individual. Our reputation for contractor and candidate care, understanding what makes you tick, and finding you the best match is second-to-none. We understand the industry inside-out and seek to understand YOU and your motivations in the same way. We take the time to evaluate your individual strengths, understand the most important things to you, and establish exactly what you're looking for from your next role.
Civil/Structure Engineer Permanent Position Location: Saudi Arabia Overview of the Role: Seeking a civil engineer with experience in civil and structure engineering to join the Global Manufacturing Support Department (GMSD). The GMSD is a multidisciplinary organisation with interface to technical, and in some cases business, support requirements for Global Manufacturing Admin Area. GMSD's function caters mainly to the technical needs of Global Manufacturing and operating facilities management, and drives the performance of operating facilities in executing corporate programs and initiatives towards operational excellence and value creation. Your Role: Your primary role is to provide civil/structural engineering support that includes troubleshooting, investigations and provide technical supports for running HC facilities. Your Key Responsibilities: Perform field troubleshooting as requested. Provide support to major T&Is and emergency plant shutdowns. Provide support to maintenance support organizations by developing repair procedures or just simply follow up on-going repairs. Provide proposals for repairs or avail any idea that can come up from the execution team from a technical stand point. Provide engineering support to repair deteriorated concrete foundations and corroded steel structures. Review detailed drawings and material specifications from the Layout Group for steel structure modifications as requested by maintenance. Participate in HAZOP reviews. Perform structural calculations in accordance with AISC and company standards, to determine if an existing steel structure can safely support increases in load, and provide recommendations to strengthen the structure when required. Perform calculations in accordance with ACI and company standards, to determine if an existing foundation can continue to safely support a load based on concrete in a deteriorated condition, and provide recommendations to repair the foundation when required. Carry out technical assessments of all the miscellaneous items, example: roof waterproofing membranes, joint sealants, anchor bolts, structural bolts, coatings, etc. Perform structural calculations to determine where temporary supports are required during construction and any other structural modification as requested. Provide detailed repair procedures to close out inspection work sheets. Develop in-house detailed design packages to modify facilities, such as buildings (offices, PIB, control rooms, substations, etc.), equipment supports structures and foundations. Typically, a field survey is conducted to gather data and formulate a safe, constructible, and economically viable solution for the project. A typical package includes: the scope of work, steel framing layout, connection details, foundation size and reinforcing steel arrangement, material take-off, and sequence of construction. Review and approve from a technical standpoint all quotations received, as requested by maintenance when deemed necessary. Perform civil/structural reviews and provide comments to foundation layout, equipment support schemes, buildings, steel and concrete material specification, specialty items specification, structural calculation, constructability, etc. Evaluate safety suggestions and provide technical review comments along with recommendations. Perform technical evaluation and feasibility assessment of employees' suggestions. Your Skills and Qualifications: You must hold a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering. You should have a minimum of 10 years' experience in the Oil/Gas Industry as a civil engineer (running facilities) Knowledge of the international standards and codes AISC, ACI and API (especially API-936) is essential. About Petroplan Petroplan is the trusted, specialist global Talent Solutions partner of choice for employers and professionals in the Energy sector. Since 1976, Petroplan has been here to help people like you make the most of the opportunities available and find the best fit for you as an individual. Over 10,000 placements in more than 55 countries for over 550 clients across 65 disciplines. In an industry where skilled and experienced professionals are increasingly sought after resource, we appreciate the true value of what you have to offer. What's more, we understand that different things are important to different people in today's world of work - it's about making exactly the right connections for you as an individual. Our reputation for contractor and candidate care, understanding what makes you tick, and finding you the best match is second-to-none. We understand the industry inside-out and seek to understand YOU and your motivations in the same way. We take the time to evaluate your individual strengths, understand the most important things to you, and establish exactly what you're looking for from your next role.
Rotating Equipment Engineer Permanent Position Location: Saudi Arabia Overview Seeking an experienced Rotating Equipment Engineer to join the Global Manufacturing Excellence (GM) under the Technical Support team. Technical support is a multi-disciplinary team responsible for providing high-quality technical support to GM operating facilities (Refineries, NGLF, and petrochemical plants). Your Role: Your primary role will be to provide the technical evaluation and assessment of rotating equipment including all the relevant auxiliary systems across our refineries, NGLF, and petrochemical plants. Your Key Responsibilities: Provide technical support to the operation team during the entire lifecycle of the rotating equipment, analysing their performances, operative conditions and boundaries, in order to guarantee reliable and safe operations. Troubleshoot rotating equipment failures & performance. Utilise knowledge and familiarity with the international standards in order to improve the equipment performance. Implement best-in-class solutions pertaining to the rotating equipment, as foreseen by international standards and other internal company standards. Lead efficiency improvement initiates, upgrading programs, & projects in the field of rotating equipment. Provide technical solutions whenever the machines experience failures, utilizing sound maintenance strategies to analyse, address and rectify the root causes in order to prevent reoccurrences. Propose changes in operating modes, or technological improvement, or maintenance strategies implementation, in order to support the company vision of continuous improvement throughout collaboration and people conversation. Your Skills and Qualifications: You must have a Bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineering. You should have a minimum of 15 years' experience in the rotating equipment discipline, with at least five years of relevant experience in the field of troubleshooting & assessments. Thorough knowledge of engineering practices and economic principles, calculation methods, design details, and international codes, standards and specifications, including API610, API 617, API 692, API 691 are required. Familiarity with the basic investigation tools and techniques like FRACAS, RCA, and TAPROOT is an added value. About Petroplan Petroplan is the trusted, specialist global Talent Solutions partner of choice for employers and professionals in the Energy sector. Since 1976, Petroplan has been here to help people like you make the most of the opportunities available and find the best fit for you as an individual. Over 10,000 placements in more than 55 countries for over 550 clients across 65 disciplines. In an industry where skilled and experienced professionals are increasingly sought after resource, we appreciate the true value of what you have to offer. What's more, we understand that different things are important to different people in today's world of work - it's about making exactly the right connections for you as an individual. Our reputation for contractor and candidate care, understanding what makes you tick, and finding you the best match is second-to-none. We understand the industry inside-out and seek to understand YOU and your motivations in the same way. We take the time to evaluate your individual strengths, understand the most important things to you, and establish exactly what you're looking for from your next role.
Corrosion Engineer Permanent Saudi Arabia Key Responsibilities You are expected to be able to perform the following: Design, implement and manage corrosion control and monitoring programs Analyze corrosion monitoring and inspection data (weight loss coupons, ER probes, bio plugs, ILI, Profile RT, UT, ACVG, CIPS and Guided wave etc.) and recommended corrective actions Recommend the most suitable chemical treatment package and application techniques based on lab and field trials and participated in MOC process Evaluate CP survey data to ensure that cathodic protection systems are functional and adequate and analyze CP designs for upgrade of new and existing ICCP & sacrificial anode systems Identify the damage mechanisms and assisted inspection team to develop risk-based inspection programs. Support maintenance team for material, welding and coating selection for existing and new plants Perform fitness for service analysis and assisted in engineering assessment Conduct integrity assessment, failure and root cause analysis and implement corrective actions Liaise with the energy regulators and participate in management of change review Prepare the scope of work for inspection activities related to corrosion monitoring of pressure equipment Prepare / present technical analysis and mentor junior engineers Update procedures and specifications related to inspection management and inspection activities and recommends repairs/operating parameters to extend the life of equipment and piping. Review inspection reports performed required minimum wall thickness calculations and recommended corrective / repair actions Identify corrosion loops and assisted RBI teams in development of RBI programs Perform root cause / failure investigations. Reviewed the metallurgy of the equipment and recommended modifications Minimum Requirements As a successful candidate, you should hold a Bachelor's degree or higher in Metallurgy Engineering. You must have a minimum of 5 years' design and/or plant operations experience, preferably in the oil and gas business, such as Gas and Oil Separation Plants (GOSPs), or similar relevant process industries. You must have Corrosion/Material engineering discipline knowledge and field experience to support and maintain day-to-day reliable operations. You should have experience in the support of both small and large-scale capital projects. You must have experience with using Management of change (MOC) for plant changes, SAP system, e-review and other industry software. You must be proficient in English Language. About Petroplan Petroplan is the trusted, specialist global Talent Solutions partner of choice for employers and professionals in the Energy sector. Since 1976, Petroplan has been here to help people like you make the most of the opportunities available and find the best fit for you as an individual. Over 10,000 placements in more than 55 countries for over 550 clients across 65 disciplines. In an industry where skilled and experienced professionals are increasingly sought after resource, we appreciate the true value of what you have to offer. What's more, we understand that different things are important to different people in today's world of work - it's about making exactly the right connections for you as an individual. Our reputation for contractor and candidate care, understanding what makes you tick, and finding you the best match is second-to-none. We understand the industry inside-out and seek to understand YOU and your motivations in the same way. We take the time to evaluate your individual strengths, understand the most important things to you, and establish exactly what you're looking for from your next role.
Instrument & Control Engineer Permanent Saudi Arabia We are seeking an Instrumentation Engineer to join our Global Manufacturing Organization within our Technical Support team. The technical support team is a multi-disciplinary organization with interface to technical, and in some cases business, support requirements for our Global Manufacturing Admin Area. Its function caters mainly to the technical needs across our Global Manufacturing operating facilities. Your primary role will be to handle instrumentation and metering engineering aspects. This will include designing, developing, installing, managing, and maintaining metering systems, across multiple facilities from the Downstream Headquarters. You will also be responsible for providing technical support on high priority metering systems issues. Key Responsibilities As the successful candidate you will be required to perform the following: Provide technical guidance, support, training, and expertise to plant departments. Monitor instrumentation and metering systems performance across all downstream departments. Assess metering and Instrumentation performance and recommend improvements for system optimization. Develop and maintain lifecycle management activities for metering and instrumentation systems. Establish auditing guidelines and perform frequent metering systems and instruments audits. Lead the development of new strategies and validate the feasibility of improving company productivity. Ensure manufacturing knowledge is captured in the knowledge repository and continuous improvement is delivered by benchmarking and best practices. Provide awareness sessions and lead technical exchanges and conferences. Maintain Instrumentation and metering system knowledge repository. Act as a subject matter expert in Instrumentation and metering systems and contribute to the troubleshooting activities. Minimum Requirements You must hold a Bachelor degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering or a related discipline. You should have a minimum of 12 years' experience in refining /oil and gas plants /petrochemical industries. Proficient in the codes and standards in the oil and gas industry, i.e., API, BS, ISO, ASME, ANSI, IEC, ISA, IEEE, etc is essential. You should have strong analytical and troubleshooting skills in the field of metering systems. Familiarity with field instrument types and applications is a must. You should have working knowledge of oil/gas-related plant processes. About Petroplan Petroplan is the trusted, specialist global Talent Solutions partner of choice for employers and professionals in the Energy sector. Since 1976, Petroplan has been here to help people like you make the most of the opportunities available and find the best fit for you as an individual. Over 10,000 placements in more than 55 countries for over 550 clients across 65 disciplines. In an industry where skilled and experienced professionals are increasingly sought after resource, we appreciate the true value of what you have to offer. What's more, we understand that different things are important to different people in today's world of work - it's about making exactly the right connections for you as an individual. Our reputation for contractor and candidate care, understanding what makes you tick, and finding you the best match is second-to-none. We understand the industry inside-out and seek to understand YOU and your motivations in the same way. We take the time to evaluate your individual strengths, understand the most important things to you, and establish exactly what you're looking for from your next role.
Energy production in Asia and the Pacific is growing faster than anywhere else in the world. By 2030, 56% of the world’s energy will originate from the region.
A wave of new energy projects continues to drive this growth as countries seek to meet the demands of rising populations while also transitioning to renewable energy.
We’ve picked out some of the biggest projects from recent years that are set to play a key role in raising the region’s energy capacity.
An overview of the Asia-Pacific energy sectorHome to a large and diverse population at different levels of economic development, the Asia-Pacific region faces several challenges with energy supply and electrification.
Significant progress has been made over the last decade in expanding the supply of electricity to remote areas like the Pacific Islands. The transition to clean energy is also well underway, with the number of new renewable energy projects growing year on year.
Green investment has so far been focused on solar energy, offshore wind and hydropower. The region has also emerged as a leader in the production of lithium-ion batteries, a fast-growing market in which China currently holds a 79% share.
Coal, gas and oil remain the primary sources of energy, however, with fossil fuels accounting for around 85% of the region’s combined energy consumption. This figure is significantly higher than in Europe and North America.
The next decade will be pivotal as the region seeks to reduce its reliance on fossil fuels and on coal in particular. Key players like China, India and Australia are poised to play a big part in shaping both the regional and global energy outlook.
Five key energy projects in the Asia-Pacific regionA wide range of projects are currently under development as the Asia-Pacific region looks to scale up its supply of energy, creating thousands of new energy sector jobs in the process.
We’ve gathered five of the region’s most significant energy projects that have recently been completed or are set to take shape over the coming years below.
Ubol Ratana Dam Hydro-Floating Solar Hybrid Project, ThailandThailand’s government is currently working on an ambitious project to develop 16 floating solar farms with a combined capacity of more than 2.7GW by 2037.
Among these new solar farms is Sirindhorn dam, a major project touted as the world’s largest floating hydro-solar farm that combines solar, hydropower and energy storage systems.
Given that the country’s clean energy capacity currently sits at around 12GW, the project will go a long way to helping Thailand achieve carbon neutrality by 2050, while also creating thousands of renewable energy jobs for local people.
MacIntyre Wind Precinct, AustraliaMacIntyre Wind Precinct is an onshore wind complex consisting of two wind farms currently under construction in Stanthorpe, Queensland.
At full capacity, the AU$2 billion project is expected to generate around 1GW, making it one of the world’s largest onshore wind farms.
Along with the 180 wind turbines scheduled for construction, MacIntyre Wind Precinct will also include 65km of transmission lines and two new switching stations.
The project is set to support around 600 wind farm jobs in construction and transmission across its operational lifetime.
Australia-Asia PowerLink, Singapore and AustraliaThe Australia-Asia PowerLink (or AAPowerLink) is a major energy infrastructure project set to begin construction in 2023, with operation starting in 2026 and completion by the end of 2027.
The intercontinental power grid will transport electricity from Australia to Singapore via the world’s longest submarine power cable. The ambitious project will also feature the world’s largest solar plant and the world’s largest battery.
At full capacity, the AAPowerLink is expected to meet up to 15% of Singapore’s electricity demand, and there are also plans to export electricity to Indonesia. The project will create around 1,500 wind farm construction jobs and a further 350 lineman jobs once operational.
Kapar CCGT Power Plant, MalaysiaFossil fuels are set to remain an important part of the Asia-Pacific region’s energy mix over the next decade, with most new investment going to natural gas.
Malaysia is looking to leverage this natural resource by building a new 2.1GW combined-cycle power plant in the town of Kapar, which is around 50km west of the capital Kuala Lumpur, at an estimated cost of $2 billion.
The power plant will use a gas turbine to generate electricity, with waste heat routed to a nearby steam turbine that generates additional power.
Aligned with Malaysia’s commitment to net-zero by 2050, the site will be able to support hydrogen co-firing by the time commercial operations begin in 2031. It will also provide local people with power plant jobs.
Sarulla Geothermal Power Generation Project, IndonesiaStraddling the Ring of Fire, Indonesia is a volcanically active country with vast supplies of geothermal energy. In fact, the country is home to around 40% of the world’s geothermal energy reserves and second only to the USA in geothermal power generation.
The Indonesian government has been adding new geothermal power plants to its energy grid for some time, with the 330MW Sarulla Geothermal Power Generation Project among the biggest in recent years.
Completed in 2018, the power plant created around 1,800 geothermal jobs for locals and now powers the homes of 2.1 million people. It’s considered one of the world’s largest geothermal power plants.
The future of energy in the Asia-Pacific regionSteady strides have already been made towards decarbonisation, but there are still challenges for countries in the region to overcome. Chief among them is the need to meet the growing demand from a rapidly rising population without compromising long-term energy security.
As with other regions, progress has not been spread evenly; most countries are still heavily reliant on coal and lag behind the examples set by the likes of Japan and Australia. In most cases, this is because they lack the financial means to increase the supply of renewable energy.
Initiatives like the Asia-Pacific Green Deal for Business are however helping to level the playing field, particularly in places like South Asia and the Pacific Islands. Should the region succeed with its energy transitions, it’s clear that a multilateral approach will be key.
In terms of new renewable energy projects, there is growing optimism about the potential of offshore wind in North Asia. South Korea, Japan and Vietnam are now following the example set by Taiwan in developing large offshore wind farms, creating thousands of offshore construction jobs.
Geothermal energy capacity will continue to grow in seismically active countries like Indonesia, New Zealand and the Philippines. The region is also expected to become a global leader in various developing technologies like biomass and green hydrogen.
These resources, along with the region’s established networks of hydropower, solar energy and onshore wind, must all be scaled up quickly to ensure a secure and sustainable future for Asia and the Pacific.
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Historically a region that has relied heavily on its vast reserves of oil and gas, the Middle East, is fast becoming a leader in renewable energy.
Clean energy capacity in the region doubled between 2010 and 2020 to 40GW, with this figure set to double again by 2024.
The shift has been sparked by changes in legislation as an increasing number of countries commit to clean energy targets and net zero.
Which Middle Eastern countries are leading the charge to clean energy?For decades, the Middle East’s energy mix has been comprised almost exclusively of oil and natural gas. As recently as 2019, these two energy sources made up more than 98% of total supply in the region.
Recent volatility with oil and gas prices has underlined the risks of relying solely on fossil fuels and, as part of the wider push towards net zero, several countries are now seeking to diversify their energy assets.
The UAE, a leader for renewables in the region, is aiming to increase the contribution of clean energy in the total energy mix to 50% by 2050. Along with a scaling up of solar, wind and biomass, the country is also targeting a 25% share of the global low-carbon hydrogen market by 2030.
Saudi Arabia has set the most ambitious target of generating 50% of its energy from clean sources by 2030. Solar farms will be the driving force behind the Kingdom’s transition, with the country also investing heavily in carbon capture and storage (CCS) technologies.
Elsewhere, Qatar is among the countries adopting electric vehicle (EV) technologies and plans to transition to an emissions-free public transport system by 2030. Israel and Oman are also taking steps to reach net zero by 2050, generating thousands of renewable energy jobs for local people.
Key renewable energy projects in the Middle EastSome of the world’s biggest and most ambitious renewable energy projects can be found in the Middle East. We’ve picked out three key projects that are set to drive the region’s transition to renewable energy over the coming decades.
Neom, Saudi ArabiaThe Neom megacity currently under construction in the northwest of Saudi Arabia promises to push the boundaries of urban design. Its ambitious scope of work extends to energy, with the city to be powered entirely by solar, wind and other forms of renewable energy.
Neom will also feature what has been dubbed the world’s largest green-hydrogen-based ammonia production plant. The facility is expected to produce up to 600 tonnes of carbon-free hydrogen per day, which will be used as a sustainable alternative to fuel within the global transportation industry.
Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park, UAEOperational since 2013, the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park is soon to be the world’s largest single-site solar power plant. The power plant’s capacity is projected to reach 5GW by 2030, enough to power 320,000 homes. At its peak, the project created around 1,280 energy sector jobs.
Alongside the Noor Abu Dhabi Solar Power Plant, which primarily serves the city of Abu Dhabi and holds the current title for the world’s largest single-site power plant, the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park will play a key part in the UAE’s push towards net zero.
Dumat al-Jandal Wind Farm, Saudi ArabiaDumat al-Jandal Wind Farm is Saudi Arabia’s first wind farm and the largest of its kind in the Middle East. Construction on the project began in 2019 and the wind farm was connected to the country’s grid last year. To date, it has created over 1,000 wind farm jobs for local people.
Work on Dumat al-Jandal is still ongoing, with completion imminent. Once fully operational, it’s expected that the wind farm will have a capacity of 400MW, helping to displace approximately one million tonnes of carbon dioxide every year.
The future of renewable energy in the Middle EastWith its sprawling desert terrain and exposure to intense solar irradiation, the future of energy in the Middle East is likely to be led by solar power. The renewable energy source is set to account for 15% of the region’s power mix by 2030, creating thousands of solar jobs in the process.
Due to the intermittent nature of solar energy, significant resources have also been allocated to wind energy. New projects in Oman, Egypt and Saudi Arabia will generate plenty of wind farm jobs for local people and industry contractors while bringing the region closer to its clean energy targets.
The region has also emerged as a leader in green hydrogen. Several trade agreements, including the UAE-Germany Hydrogen Partnership and Saudi Arabia-Germany Hydrogen Agreement, will see the Middle East becoming a major exporter of green hydrogen in the coming decades.
Similarly, the region has established itself as a hub for the development of CCS technology. Carbon capture will help to reduce emissions from industrial processes while also contributing to the production of low-carbon hydrogen.
The development of clean energy in the Middle East is exciting news not only for the region but also for the rest of the world. Other countries will benefit from the region’s exports and innovations, creating millions of renewable energy jobs and accelerating the global push towards net zero.
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2022 has been a busy but successful year for Petroplan. From scaling up our clean energy operations in the Middle East, to growing our team in North America, we have continued to expand our range of energy services across the globe.
As we continue to grow and adapt our offering to suit the rapidly evolving market landscape, we focus on prioritising and championing the best talent in the sector.
With 2022 drawing to a close, we look back on some of the highlights and achievements across the year…
We kick-started 2022 with a raft of appointments and expansions across the globe, signalling the start of a strategic organisational shift to sharpen our service offering. This business transformation was delivered by six newly appointed senior leadership team members, led by CEO Christopher Honeyman Brown.
January also marked the beginning of the expansion of our operations in the Middle East, driven from our offices in Oman and the UAE – supporting projects across the region in Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and Kuwait too. To accommodate a growing workforce in the region, we acquired more office space in Dubai’s business district at Jumeriah Lake Towers and welcomed new team members in the Muscat office. Leading this growth in the region is Regional Director EMEA, Darren Brown, and Recruitment Director EMEA, Dean Greenwood.
February saw the transformative remodelling of our office in Houston, Texas, to provide a larger and more efficient workspace for the growing US team. US team member Helen Fowler celebrated 8 years at Petroplan this year, following her promotion to Head of Compliance and Operations, North America, in 2021 – an honourable mention!
In recognition of the re-invigoration of energy projects in North America post-pandemic, we appointed David Waterfield as Director for North America in May. David manages our hubs in Houston, Texas, and Calgary, Alberta, and specialises in LNG export projects. As a result, the team in North America is exploring a number of opportunities to support LNG development projects and operational facilities, concentrating on operations in the US Gulf Coast, Western Canada and the Mexico Pacific Coast.
In May, we celebrated the launch of our employee share scheme – the first of its kind in the recruitment sector. The scheme gives all our employees across the globe – no matter their level or experience – the option to enrol on the scheme on joining the company, with shares exercisable on sale. The share scheme has strengthened our continued mission to attract and retain high quality talent within the industry, and has encouraged productivity, performance, and engagement in the team – building an inclusive culture to celebrate everyone’s successes.
To take advantage of the multiple opportunities for growth in mining and energy in Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada, Petroplan expanded its operations into the large, mineral-rich province in July. The expansion is in line with the increasing demand for hydroelectric, hydrogen and wind power in the region, led by our business consultants in Canada.
Continuing our expansion in the Middle East and following a contractual agreement with national oil company Saudi Aramco in 2019, we expanded our activity in Saudi Arabia in August. This expansion focused on the EPC market in the Eastern province of KSA, and coincides with the Saudi Vision 2030, a strategic framework to reduce the country’s dependence on oil, meet net zero targets and diversify its economy. Petroplan will be supporting significant client projects in the region in the coming years, including the new city of Neom.
In September, the business announced its expansion into the Asia-Pacific region, and appointed Daniel Torpy to drive this new offering forward. With a regional headquarters in Singapore, we have initially focused on driving business expansion in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, and Thailand. In 2023, we will be entering the Australian market in line with government investment in the country’s renewable energy sector.
To end the year, in November we received the news that our annual contribution to Oakleaf’s Mental Health Leaders Network (of which we were founding members in 2021) has helped to provide 50 people with 12 weeks of counselling this year. Oakleaf is a charity who provide free support for those suffering from mental health problems in Guildford, Surrey, and the surrounding areas – where our UK headquarters is based.
As we look ahead to 2023, we will continue to grow into new markets and evolve our service offering, focusing on clean and renewable energy projects in line with international government targets and priorities.
The transition to renewable energy has given rise to a modern-day mineral rush. Increasing investment in green technology has seen soaring demand for the essential materials that power these systems.
According to the World Bank, production of the planet’s most critical minerals for energy transition will need to grow by 500% over the next 30 years in order to avoid the worst effects of climate change.
Surging demand for these materials presents new challenges to energy security – challenges that can only be solved through the combined efforts of key players from across the supply chain.
The use of critical minerals in renewable energy technologyAs with oil refineries and power plants, renewable energy systems are reliant on a wide range of minerals for their construction and continued operation. Generally, these systems require more minerals than their fossil fuel-based counterparts.
According to the IEA, the production of an electric vehicle (EV) calls for approximately six times more minerals than a conventional car. Offshore wind farms need 12 times as many minerals for every megawatt of electricity produced compared to natural gas systems.
Elsewhere, critical minerals can be found in the high-performance motors, batteries and generators that power solar farms and green hydrogen systems. The widespread need for raw materials and required pace of transition means that minerals sourcing must be scaled up significantly.
What critical minerals are needed for the energy transition?The types of minerals needed to support energy transition vary by technology. Some elements are essential for batteries, while others are especially suited to motors, magnets or electrical wiring. Here, we explore five of the materials in greatest demand.
CopperArguably the most important mineral for energy transition, copper can be found in a wide range of clean energy technologies including wind turbines and solar panels as well as the energy infrastructure that stores and transports electricity.
Copper is second only to silver in terms of thermal and electricity conductivity, making the metal especially suited to electrical cabling and wiring. On average, clean energy systems consume around five times more copper than those used in traditional power generation.
LithiumLithium is among the minerals currently in highest demand, with supply set to triple between 2021 and 2030. The metal is the key component of lithium-ion batteries, used to power many EVs and energy storage systems.
Light and highly reactive, lithium has a unique ability to store large amounts of energy. However, it’s also finite, has an energy-intensive mining process and can be difficult to recycle. Many challenges lie ahead to scale up and make lithium supply sustainable.
CobaltJust like lithium, cobalt is a critical material that’s used widely in rechargeable batteries. Previously, most cobalt had been used in mobile phones and laptops, however this has changed recently with EV batteries now constituting the largest single user of the metal.
The growth of the EV market will see demand for cobalt more than quadruple between 2020 and 2050. It’s hoped that a significant chunk of this demand will be met with recycled cobalt, which, compared to lithium, is easier to extract from used batteries.
NickelNickel is a versatile metal with many applications in renewable energy infrastructure. Like lithium and cobalt, it can be found in lithium-ion batteries, as well as offshore wind farm equipment, green hydrogen electrolysers and geothermal power stations.
The metal’s strong resistance to atmospheric corrosion makes it suitable for use in extreme environments. While geothermal energy is yet to be used on a mass scale, the IEA expects that the renewable energy source will account for up to 80% of nickel demand by 2040.
Rare earth elementsRare-earth elements (REEs) are a set of seventeen metallic elements that includes the fifteen lanthanides as well as scandium and yttrium. While these metals are actually quite common, they are rarely found in large enough quantities to be extracted economically.
Several rare earths are key to energy transition. These include neodymium, praseodymium, dysprosium and terbium, which are used to manufacture the permanent magnets found in the generators of wind turbines and EVs.
Scaling up the supply of critical mineralsEven under the least ambitious emissions pathway, the supply of critical minerals for the energy transition will need to increase dramatically. Scaling up supply brings several challenges, including resource shortages, trade restrictions and new environmental concerns associated with extraction.
While many minerals already have an established recycling infrastructure, others like lithium are yet to be recycled on a mass scale. In these cases, it’s generally accepted that new mining jobs and projects will be required to meet the immediate needs of the transition.
The demand for these minerals is set to create thousands of new exploration jobs in the short and medium term as secondary production is scaled. Increasing investment in minerals recycling will also generate a large number of jobs in renewable energy.
Beyond the balancing act of primary and secondary production, there are also geopolitical hurdles to overcome. International collaboration between governments and corporations will underpin the transition, with key players working together closely to develop sustainable supply chains.
Only through a holistic approach that considers the combined impact of minerals sourcing on the environment and communities that produce these key materials will it be possible to transition successfully to renewable energy.
Petroplan: supporting the energy transitionWe’re proud to play our part in energy transition and stand ready to support employers looking to recruit for a wide range of mining jobs as well as jobs in renewable energy. Contact us today to find out how we can help with your talent acquisition process.
The energy sector has long been a leader in graduate employment. As the transition to renewable energy gathers pace, energy companies, now more than ever, are looking to young talent to spearhead the shift to a more sustainable future.
Global energy investment is set to increase a further 8% in 2022, with the long-term picture of an industry characterised by consistent growth. This makes the energy sector one of the most exciting and attractive industries for graduates at the start of their career.
Below, we’ve gathered some tips and insights from our specialist consultants for graduates interested in a career in the energy industry. But before we get into that, here’s a brief overview of the global energy sector in 2022.
The energy sector: an overview for graduatesThe global energy industry is at a point of profound change. Historically, the oil & gas sector has been the industry’s biggest employer, with a wide range of roles available to graduates including engineers, technicians and surveyors.
The transition to clean energy is set to create millions of new jobs in renewable energy. According to a study published in One Earth, the total number of energy jobs will rise from 18 million in 2021 to 26 million in 2050, with as many as 84% of these to be made up by renewable energy jobs.
Beyond these sectors, graduates could also consider a career in the technology and commercial sectors. Many energy jobs, especially those in natural resources and renewable energy technology, are technically complex and require postgraduate qualifications.
As a consequence of the likely high demand for talent, graduate energy jobs tend to offer some of the highest starting salaries of any industry. According to a study from the Institute of Student Employers, the average starting salary in the UK’s energy industry is £28,000 – the fifth highest of any industry.
Lucrative starting salaries and a rising demand for young talent to lead the development of renewable energy technology make a career in the energy industry an incredibly exciting prospect for graduates.
Finding the right roleAs a graduate, the first step is to consider which energy sector jobs appeal to your skills and interests, whether it's a job in the renewable energy sector or a business development role based in an office. In many cases, your degree will steer you towards a particular pathway.
At such an early stage, however, your career is not set in stone; many employers will encourage you to develop skills in other areas, so don’t be afraid to apply to energy sector jobs that may not be perfectly aligned with your degree. You can get an idea of the roles available on our jobs page.
Many energy companies have employment initiatives in place, such as industry placements and graduate schemes, to support the transition of graduates into the workplace. These are well worth exploring in greater detail once you’ve found a job role that interests you.
Building your skills and experienceWhen you’ve determined the role that's right for you, you can begin working towards it by building your relevant skills and experience. This could be through a paid role, work placement, training programme, further education or even industry events and conferences.
A combination of soft and hard skills is key to a successful energy career. Along with technical skills specific to the job role, the top five soft skills to focus on, according to a study from think tank Rank, are active listening, critical thinking, speaking, reading comprehension and monitoring.
Another thing that cannot be understated is the importance of networking. In the energy industry, personal connections often lead to employment. By registering with a trusted talent partner like Petroplan, candidates can also access a range of exclusive career opportunities.
Putting together a winning applicationWith enough knowledge under your belt, you can start applying for jobs. As a graduate, look for entry-level energy jobs or graduate energy jobs that closely align with your skillset. A permanent role is likely to provide a greater sense of structure compared to contract work, which is especially important in a first job.
For every application you submit, make sure to personalise your CV and cover letter to the specific requirements of the role. We go into greater detail about how best to structure your CV and provide CV formatting tips elsewhere on the blog.
Before an interview, do your research on the employer and be prepared to discuss both your technical capabilities and cultural competence. Preparing for a virtual interview requires a slightly different approach – test your technology before the call and make sure to stay visibly engaged throughout.
Once you’ve secured your first role, commit yourself to continued training and development. Many employers will offer the chance to reskill or upskill, especially as businesses pivot increasingly to renewables. Making using of these opportunities can only enhance your employability.
Champions of young talentPetroplan has been helping graduates kickstart their career in the energy sector for more than 45 years. We recruit for a wide range of entry-level energy jobs and graduate energy jobs around the world, and our experienced consultants know exactly what it takes to secure that first role in the industry.
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