Sr. Expert Control & Inst. Eng.

at  OMV Group

SR. EXPERT CONTROL & INST. ENG.

Date: 4 Jun 2024
Location: New Plymouth, NZ
Company: OMV Group
Position Purpose
Performs complex engineering assignments often requiring development of new or improved products, processes, or techniques. Assesses feasibility and soundness of proposed engineering tests, products, and equipment. Plans, organizes and implements engineering projects within specific objectives and target dates as specified by management.
Responsibilities
Contributes to successful program and or project completion by participating in the resolution of issues such as conflicting design requirements, unsuitability of standard materials, and complex coordination requirements.
Coordinates program and or project activities with other operating or engineering units to facilitate participation of appropriate staff in project completion.
Reviews program and or project-related documentation to ensure accuracy. Coordinates the implementation of designed engineering solutions.
Participates in professional organizations to maintain current knowledge of technical innovations.
Assists in determining program and or project objectives to contribute to the development of a comprehensive project design.
Works on and resolves complex engineering tasks and problems and provides technical expertise to projects and or operational management.
Support the development and implementation of maintenance strategies.
Review the effectiveness of maintenance execution tasks to achieve the desired integrity and availability outcomes, and, where necessary, utilise risk-based maintenance management tools to improve and optimise maintenance schemes.
Be the custodian for site monitoring, control, safeguarding, metering, electrical, and telecoms systems and associated hardware and software.
Provide technical advice and support to site operations and to maintenance execution teams as necessary for the resolution of engineering problems.
Follow and ensure local implementation of strategies, processes and regulations set by the relevant Process Owner, Process Manager.
Your Profile
University Degree Master Engineering/Technical

7 years
Expert knowledge on IEC 61508/61511, ESD Systems, ATEX, SIL, API and Hazardous Area Standards.
Brownfield and/or Greenfield experience in oil and gas is required.
Strong understanding of discipline legislative and technology requirements and demonstrated capability to apply this into equipment inspection/maintenance regime.
Possess experience in wide range of process control instrumentation and Electrical equipment.
Knowledge in alarm management and certified TUV functional safety engineer is an advantage.
What to Expect
We believe that we can only evolve and thrive as a company with a highly diverse mix of employees and by ensuring a healthy work-life balance. We have a strong culture of collaboration where our values of We Care, We’re Curious and We Progress are key. We will encourage you to take on new responsibilities, work across different functions, become involved in new projects, as well as the potential to complete international assignments. In return, we have excellent development programs that will help you achieve your career goals and reach your potential. If energy is your life, this is your future!
This is an opportunity to join an innovative, international renowned company in a fast-moving business sector, providing excellent development opportunities.
Role Details
For a full copy of the Position Description, please contact Karen Green – People & Culture Business Partner (Karen.Green@omv.com) or for further information on the role contact Heather Walker (Heather.Walker@omv.com).
Candidates must either be New Zealand/Australian citizens or have residency status that permits working in New Zealand.

Please refer the Job description for details