Shutdown Production Operations Focal Point

SHUTDOWN PRODUCTION OPERATIONS FOCAL POINT Our client, an Oil and Gas Operator is seeking an experienced Shutdown Focal Point. This is a 12 Month PAYE Contract role based in Aberdeen with offshore travel required. Job Overview: Provide dedicated operations support to shutdown preparation and execution as per client procedures Role Deliverables and Responsibilities: Manage the development of the Drain, Flush and Purge Strategy Working with the Process EA3, manage the development of the boundary isolation philosophy Coordinate isolation and de-isolations for all shutdown scopes Coordinate the author of decommissioning and recommissioning NROs Lead the production ramp down philosophy as per agreed Business Plan Lead the phased system handover as per agreed Shutdown Plan Lead back end PSSR activities and systems handover for leak test Close liaison with Flange Manager throughout the shutdown process Develop and ownership of the leak testing strategy, including contingency planning Manage the develop the production team rota for cover and increased resource during key shutdown dates Close liaison with Process Engineer supporting the asset Provide regular shutdown progress updates and priorities across all shifts Lead Operations status updates at weekly shutdown meetings Close liaison with Production Team Lead and Production Supervisors Understand and ensure compliance with appropriate technical and Operational standards and specifications are met and adhered to Close liaison with Support Engineers and TAs to ensure all Production Related Technical Queries have been closed out and approved Provide Production support to Shutdown Delivery Lead when assessing break in activities Provide operations input to CeSAR Scope Change process Develop process ICCs for shutdown intrusive activities up to the ready to be Verified status, including Process Isolation Plans, Isolation Selection Tool etc, mapping all BoCs to appropriate re-instatement testing i.e. to a test pack, TQ deviation or reverse integrity joint Work with maintenance supervisor to ensure an RV delivery strategy is in place and supported by the production team during execution Act as PSSR operations focal point during execution phase Coordinate NRO HAZOPs Act as operations focal point for DRB meetings and provide input to steering committee meetings as required Key Technical Skills and Competencies: Production and operations integrity awareness for the offshore assets Able to quickly adapt as per the needs of the organisation during the Shutdown Proficient in the use of Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint SAP Awareness Strong safety awareness Drive and performance delivery focus, embraces change and continual improvement Collaborative style and focus on teamwork Strong technical understanding Demonstrable cross discipline Leadership capability Ability to self-manage and prioritise time-bound work demands Education Degree or equivalent industry experience in similar role. Work Experience Significant industry experience in a similar role Significant production and process experience Demonstrable experience dealing with the safe and efficient execution of work during shutdowns Demonstrable experience of conducting thorough risk assessment, with a clear understanding of ALARP, acceptable risk and identification of suitable mitigating control Experience and thorough understanding of how plant is safely re-instated using completions systems and PSSRs (Plant Re-instatement) Examples of communicating with personnel from different disciplines and areas of the business

Location: Aberdeen,, GB

Posted Date: 11/19/2025