Contract: Topside Manager - Phase 2b / Perth

The Ichthys Phase 2b project represents a significant development on the Ichthys Asset allowing production plateau extension and ultimate recovery increase through lowering offshore CPF arrival pressures. Phase 2b is expected to achieve RFSU in Q4 2025.
This position is responsible for the execution of all Topsides integration (Brownfield) aspects of the Phase 2b Project.

• Integration of the Booster Compressor Module (BCM) into live Offshore Central Processing Facility (CPF). This scope is covering Engineering/Procurement/Integration/Hook up/Shut Down/Commissioning/Start-Up Assistance/Hand over to Operation team end 2025.

• Interface: The position is also responsible to assist/provide support to Interface Lead to ensure smooth interface between Topside and others packages (Tow &Installation/BCM). Also Topside Manager will have to interface with Technical Directorate as required.

• Delegate: Possibly Phase 2b GM delegate during his time off.

OSH

• Conduct all activities in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with the Company's policies and procedures, ensuring the welfare of personnel and the protection of assets and the environment at all times.
• Ensure all personnel in the team, including contractors, are fully versed and compliant with the Company’s safety procedures and values.
• Prepare a Personal Safety Commitment Statement and demonstrate compliance.

Environment

• Ensure all activities minimize the impact on the environment in line with Company’s policies and requirements.

Ichthys Phase 2B Topside Delivery Management

• Lead the topsides integration & engineering team to achieve timely and efficient execution of Phase 2b CPF integration work. The Topside team is an integrated team, composing of Client / ESC (Currently Wood) / MSC (Currently Trace) personnel.
• Engineering: with the assistance of Topside Engineering Manager, finalize 2b detailed engineering until close out of engineering (RLMU). Ensure optimization of Low-Cost Center utilization.
• Procurement: with the assistance of Procurement & Logistic Lead, manage all the procurement/expediting/logistic of Brownfield scope.
• Integration: with the assistance of Implementations Leads, manage all the Integration scope from preparation stage until Integration offshore (including Commissioning / SU assistance).
• Focus on preparation/execution of Shut down scopes (2023/2024&2025).
• Manage and follow up the Topside Budget working with Cost Control team.
• Ensure efficient interface with other Ph 2b packages and Operation team.
• Work closely with Planning and Operations team to ensure timely execution of activities Offshore.

Leadership/ Teamwork

• The candidate is expected to work collaboratively with other team members, Client support organizations and consultants alike.
• Lead engagement with other stakeholders relating to the execution of the Phase 2b project.
• Demonstrate and encourage empathetic teamwork as a member of a culturally diverse organization.
• Develop and maintain strong teamwork in global working environment.
• Contribute to establish sound project execution team for further expansion of the company.

Qualifications Requirements

• Tertiary Engineering Degree
• Post-Graduate Management 

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 20 years-experience in the Oil & Gas industry, with 10 years’ experience of engineering and construction management on large oil & gas projects
• Strong understanding of project execution management systems including commercial, planning and budgeting processes.
• Experience in project management and managing multi-discipline teams.(ie Manager position at least for the last 10 years)
• Multiple Experiences in Hook up offshore environment. Greenfield / Brownfield
(construction & commissioning) offshore experience.
• Working knowledge of:
- Upstream and downstream facility technologies.
- Engineering, procurement, fabrication, construction, hook-up and commissioning.
- Commissioning Management System
- Wider assurance issues, quality, safety, environmental
• Highly competent, motivated person with good interpersonal and influencing skills.
• Able to diplomatically manage ambiguity, conflict and uncertainty in a culturally diverse environment.
• High awareness of safe working practices associated with design, construction, pre commissioning, installation, hook-up and commissioning of oil & gas facilities.
• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written and the ability to influence a wide range of senior stakeholders to successfully support the objectives and outcomes of this role.
• Well-developed leadership and decision-making skills