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Commissioning Lead (TIL) job at McDermott | Apply Now
Bulisa, Uganda
McDermott International Ltd is a global leader in engineering, procurement, construction, and installation (EPCI) services for the energy industry. With a history spanning over a century, McDermott has built a reputation for delivering innovative and sustainable solutions for complex offshore and onshore projects. The company's expertise covers a wide range of services, including oil and gas exploration, refining, petrochemical production, and renewable energy projects.
McDermott operates with a commitment to safety, quality, and environmental stewardship, ensuring that all projects meet the highest standards. The company leverages advanced technologies and a highly skilled workforce to execute projects efficiently and effectively. McDermott's global presence, with operations in key energy markets around the world, enables it to support clients with localized expertise and resources.
Through strategic partnerships and a focus on continuous improvement, McDermott drives value for its clients while contributing to the advancement of the energy sector. The company's robust portfolio includes numerous landmark projects that showcase its capability to handle large-scale, complex engineering challenges. McDermott's dedication to innovation and excellence positions it as a trusted partner in the evolving landscape of global energy.
Are you looking for Engineering jobs in Uganda 2025 today? then you might be interested in Commissioning Lead (TIL) job at McDermott
Full Time
Deadline:
12 Nov 2025
Job Title
Commissioning Lead (TIL) job at McDermott
McDermott
Job Description
Job Title: Commissioning Lead (TIL)
Organisation: McDermott
Duty Station: Buliisa, Uganda
Job Summary:
Responsible to support the Commissioning Manager in the planning and execution of a safe and efficient Pre-commissioning, Commissioning, Start-up and Performance Testing on the Tilenga Project in Uganda to achieve the plant’s production and performance objectives and McDermott’s contractual objectives.
Also responsible for the daily safe operations on the Central Processing Facility until handover to Company.
Knowledge of the OPERCOM and ICAPS on a large oil & gas project is essential.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Qualifications, Education and Competencies
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Deadline: 12th November 2025
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How to Apply
Work collaboratively within the Project team, Contractors, Vendors, and with Client to maintain positive relationships.
Supervises the updating of Commissioning deliverables on the project.
Participates in the updating of systemization and system boundary mark-ups.
Participates in project design reviews as assigned by the Commissioning Manager.
Participates in the updating of commissioning activity schedules for pre-commissioning, commissioning and start-up.
Supervises the development of operating manuals.
Supervises the updating of pre-commissioning, commissioning and start-up and operations procedures for utility and process systems.
Supervises the development of commissioning & start-up spares, subcontracts, consumables, temporary equipment and vendor services.
Interfaces heavily with the completions team, construction and Client’s personnel regarding all aspects of site commissioning inspections and testing for pre-commissioning, commissioning and start-up activities.
Supervises the assigned commissioning team personnel, subcontractors and Client’s personnel in the execution of pre-commissioning, commissioning and start-up activities in a safe, efficient and successful manner.
Works closely with the Construction Contractor for inspections and accepting the completed systems as deemed ready for commissioning.
Participates in the Completion Walk downs, punch-list development and clearing of punch-list items by the Construction Contractor or the subcontractor.
Participates in the development of the training program for all employees under his supervision and for Client personnel.
Implements procedures to deliver the overall safety of the Facility and its personnel.
Interfaces with all local agencies, as needed, to facilitate all required approvals and in ensuring the smooth and the successful commissioning, start-up and operation of the Facility.
Provides input to the “lesson learned” database.
Mentor younger members of the Site Commissioning Team.
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Possess an engineering degree (or equivalent) in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering.
Must have a minimal of 10 years’ experience on EPC projects in a supervisory position or higher within the commissioning group.
Must have pre-commissioning, commissioning and start-up experience on at least 3 major EPC projects in the Oil & Gas Industry.
Demonstrates a broad technical knowledge of construction and completion activities.
Able to effectively communicate technical solutions and concepts to other engineers and non-engineers.
Must have strong English communications skills, both oral and written. Second language is a plus.
Must have excellent computer software skills in MS Office suite as a minimum.
Must have good presentation skills for meetings with Project Management and Client.
Must have effective communication skills, able to establish confident relationships with discipline managers, technical engineers and non-engineers.
Must have excellent organizational skills and be adaptable to various needs of various discipline groups.
Capable of leading a Commissioning project team and deputising for the Commissioning Manager.
