Job Description

Wood is presently looking to hire HAZOP & SIL Chairmen for ADNOC Offshore Central Engineering Division in Abu Dhabi. Below are more details about the position.



Key Responsibilities

HAZOP Facilitation:


• Lead HAZOP studies for new and existing processes, ensuring thorough identification of hazards and operability issues in line with ADNOC standards
• Develop and maintain a clear agenda for HAZOP sessions to ensure effective and efficient execution
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, including process engineers, operators, and safety professionals, to gather input during workshops
• Document and review HAZOP findings and recommendations

SIL Determination and Verification:


• Chair SIL assessment workshops to determine appropriate safety integrity levels for Safety Instrumented Functions (SIF) in line with ADNOC standards
• Guide teams in applying standards like IEC 61508 and IEC 61511 for functional safety
• Ensure the integrity and completeness of SIL-related documentation, including safety requirement specifications (SRS) and other documents in line with IEC 61511 requirements and ADNOC standards
• Ensuring a proper introduction at the beginning of the SIL Determination study and at the beginning of each node

Knowledge about Risk Assessment and Mitigation:


• Evaluate risks associated with process deviations and propose mitigation measures to reduce risk to acceptable levels
• Ensure alignment with industry best practices and applicable regulatory requirements for process safety management (PSM)
• Track and verify the implementation of agreed-upon risk reduction measures

Leadership and Communication:


• Serve as the primary point of contact for HAZOP and SIL activities
• Provide technical leadership and advice to project teams on process safety risks
• Effectively communicate results and recommendations to stakeholders, including senior management and regulatory bodies
• Have excellent time management, communication and presentation skills

Documentation and Reporting:


• Prepare and deliver high-quality reports summarizing the findings of HAZOP and SIL workshops
• Take Lead in ensuring all required documentation are available for workshop
• Prepare node markups for PIDs
• Ensure that all studies are properly documented, and records are maintained for audits and compliance purposes
• Maintain a library of lessons learned to improve future risk assessments
• For SIL, ensure SIF list is prepared


Educational Background:


• Bachelor's or Master's degree in chemical engineering, Process Engineering for HAZOP, process engineering/instrumentation & control engineering (For SIL) or a related field
• Certification or training in process safety (e.g., TUV, CFSE) is highly desirable
• Certified Function Safety Engineer/Expert (FS/CFSE) for SIL chairman (Preferrable)

Experience:


• Minimum of 15 years of experience in process safety and risk assessment
• Proven experience leading HAZOP and SIL workshops in industries such as oil & gas, chemical, petrochemical, or energy.
• Preferably ADNOC experience

Skills and Knowledge:


• In-depth knowledge of process safety standards, including IEC 61508, IEC 61511, ADNOC standards and OSHA PSM requirements
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify hazards and propose mitigation strategies
• Excellent leadership and facilitation skills to manage multidisciplinary teams during workshops
• Proficiency in using software tools for risk assessment (e.g., PHA Pro, ExSILentia)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Key Competencies:


• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
• High level of professionalism and ability to handle sensitive safety-related information
• Strong organizational skills to manage workshop schedules and documentation effectively
• Commitment to continuous improvement and staying updated on industry trends and standards


Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.com



Diversity Statement We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.