Commissioning Instrument Supervisor

Contract Duration: 6 Months

Rotation: 6/2

Working Hours: 10 hours per day

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate instrumentation construction, pre-commissioning, and commissioning activities on site.
• Ensure all work is executed in accordance with project specifications, quality standards, and HSE requirements.
• Oversee loop checking, calibration, functional testing, and commissioning of instrumentation systems.
• Verify instrument installation, hook-up, and wiring in accordance with approved drawings and procedures.
• Coordinate with electrical, mechanical, construction, and operations teams during commissioning activities.
• Interface with clients, contractors, vendors, and multidisciplinary teams to resolve technical issues and monitor progress.
• Supervise punch listing activities, follow-up actions, and close-out of outstanding items.
• Prepare and maintain commissioning reports, test records, and progress updates.
• Support system start-up, troubleshooting, and handover activities.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to technicians, assistants, and junior supervisors.
• Ensure commissioning tools, calibration equipment, and documentation are properly maintained and controlled.
• Participate in commissioning meetings, toolbox talks, and safety briefings.

Requirements & Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Instrumentation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automation, or a related technical discipline.

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in instrumentation commissioning or pre-commissioning activities.
• Proven experience in Oil & Gas plants, refineries, gas processing facilities, or power plants.
• Previous EPC project experience is highly desirable.
• Experience in supervisory roles within commissioning operations is preferred.
• Site commissioning experience in Algeria or similar environments is an advantage.

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of field instruments including pressure, temperature, flow, and level transmitters, control valves, and analyzers.
• Ability to read and interpret:
  • P&IDs
  • Loop diagrams
  • Wiring diagrams
  • Instrument datasheets
  • Cause & Effect charts
• Experience with loop testing, calibration procedures, and commissioning checklists.
• Basic understanding of DCS, PLC, and control systems.
• Proficiency in using calibration and testing equipment such as multimeters, loop calibrators, and communicators.
• Familiarity with international standards such as IEC and ISA.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership and supervisory capabilities.
• Excellent organizational and coordination skills.
• Effective communication with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet commissioning deadlines.