Pipelines Technical Authority - E&P Company - SNS

Great opportunity to work for an international E&P Company as a Pipeline Technical Authority, managing & overseeing integrity management of over 2,400 kilometers of operated Pipeline network in the Southern North Sea.

This position is responsible for the implementation of Pipeline Integrity Management Systems for offshore and onshore pipeline network. The successful candidate will require a detailed understanding of onshore, offshore, topsides and subsea pipeline engineering, immediate recognition of defects & anomalies and the ability to engineer remedial actions as necessary.

The Pipeline TA is expected to be the primary interface with UK pipeline regulators and have good knowledge of current UK SNS pipeline legislation requirements. The role actively supports the specific goal of ensuring UK's pipeline assets remain fit for purpose until the projected end of field life dates.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Lead the development, review and update of pipeline integrity management systems.
• Continual development of risk-based inspection strategies. Manage inspection cycle activities from development of the written scheme of examination, inspection technique selection, workpack preparation, supplier selection (and audit), contract strategy, safety reviews, mobilisation, worksite support, work review and endorsement.
• Regulatory - Lead UK regulatory body liaison for site inspections, technical discussion, audits and consents and licences for new and existing facilities.
• Review pipeline inspection & maintenance strategies regularly in terms of alignment with field life expectations of PUK infrastructure.
• Manage and review the approval of external studies by specialist contractors.
• Manage costs by controlling spending and promoting a challenging cost culture to ensure we get value from suppliers and contractors.

Key Requirements Include:

Qualifications:

The candidate should be qualified to Chartered Engineer level or equivalent.

Experience:

The minimum requirement for this position is at least 8 years' experience in energy related industry, with 5 years direct supervisory involvement in pipeline inspection, integrity management, construction and/or repair and maintenance. Contractual experience from scoping, safety reviews, mobilisation & performance management are also essential for this role.

Experience in or currently working towards a Technical Authority role would be beneficial.

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