Saipem GCC
Preservation Manager (Oil & Gas / Construction Projects)
- Contract
- Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
- Experience 15 - 20 yrs
Job expiry date: 27/03/2026
Job overview
Date posted
10/02/2026
Location
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Salary
Undisclosed
Compensation
Comprehensive package
Experience
15 - 20 yrs
Seniority
Manager
Qualification
Bachelors degree
Expiration date
27/03/2026
Job description
The Preservation Manager at Saipem is responsible for the end-to-end management of preservation activities for critical equipment within construction, commissioning, operation, and maintenance projects. This includes drafting and reviewing all SDRL and VDR-affiliated documentation, implementing preservation criteria and matrices, managing execution and record keeping, coordinating with project and client stakeholders, and ensuring compliance through annual or quarterly audits. The role also involves leading FPD, BIC, and KIC campaigns alongside other disciplines, driving cleanliness programs, and contributing to project KPIs. The position supports safety, environmental sustainability, and operational excellence within Oil & Gas and infrastructure projects, with potential offshore exposure.
Required skills
Key responsibilities
- Draft and review all SDRL and other VDR-affiliated documentation related to equipment preservation
- Implement preservation criteria, matrices, and all necessary requirements for project assets
- Manage execution of project preservation activities and maintain accurate records
- Coordinate with project teams and clients to ensure effective interface and KPI management
- Conduct annual or quarterly audits to ensure preservation compliance
- Implement FPD, BIC, and KIC campaigns, including cleanliness programs in collaboration with other disciplines
- Oversee additional preservation-related tasks as required by the project scope and client requirements
Experience & skills
- Minimum 15 years of experience in construction, commissioning, operation, and maintenance or similar roles
- Over 10 years of experience in renown Oil & Gas industry projects (preferred)
- Relevant trade qualification or certified awareness (preferred)
- Experience with SDRL documentation, VDR systems, and equipment preservation management
- Proven capability in project interface and KPI management, client coordination, and audit execution
- Knowledge of FPD, BIC, and KIC campaigns and cleanliness programs
- Ability to work on-site in project environments with focus on safety and sustainability