Job Title: Pipeline Construction Supervisor – Oil and Gas
Location: Papua New Guinea (FIFO)
Reports To: Pipeline Construction Lead
Position Objective
- Provide day-to-day construction oversight of the APF Tie-In Project Early Works Contractor(s) and Pipelines Construction Contractor, focusing on safety, quality, schedule, and cost.
- Ensure compliance with Santos standards and project objectives.
Key Responsibilities
Pipeline Construction Oversight
- Ensure compliance with Santos Management System (SMS), Delegation of Authority (DOA), and corporate governance requirements.
- Oversee contractor activities per work pack scopes and contractual obligations.
- Review and approve Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) and Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS).
- Verify compliance with Permit to Work (PTW) system.
- Facilitate handover of completed scope items, including ITPs, documentation, and punch list closeouts.
- Validate contractor records for labor, materials, and equipment.
- Maintain a daily log of activities, performance, and delays.
- Review weekly schedule updates and ensure recovery plans for delays.
- Monitor implementation of Health, Safety, Security (HSS) and environmental plans.
- Interface with QA/QC teams to ensure adherence to quality standards.
Additional Responsibilities
- Support Pipeline Construction Lead in managing scope, interfaces, and communications.
- Assist with near-term execution planning (personnel moves, road closures, etc.).
- Report daily progress, constraints, and opportunities.
- Resolve interface issues promptly, including local contractor engagement.
- Collaborate with Project Controls for accurate cost and progress reporting.
- Promote team development and effective decision-making.
Professional Experience
Essential:
- 10+ years in construction roles within upstream oil & gas.
- Brownfield project experience in oil & gas, energy, or resources sector.
- Proven experience in pipeline and civil infrastructure works (installation, testing, commissioning).
- Strong understanding of pipeline construction methodologies and best practices.
- Leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Experience with PTW systems and site safety requirements.
- Proficiency in MS Office and construction reporting tools.
- Familiarity with logistics and landowner engagement in PNG or remote sites.
- Remote rotational assignments (FIFO) experience.
Desired:
- Ability to work back-to-back shifts with effective handovers.
- Flexibility for 28-day shifts.
- Santos site experience (highly regarded).
- Practical, hands-on, and solutions-oriented approach.
- Safety-focused and culturally sensitive.
Technical Competencies
- Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.
- Knowledge of oil & gas industry standards, codes, and PNG regulations.
- Certifications: White Card, First Aid, CPR (preferred).
- HRW license, Working at Heights, Confined Space (highly regarded).
Qualifications
- Formal qualification in Engineering, Construction Management, or related trade experience.