SMP Supervisor (specializing in Rotating Equipment) in Karatha, Australia

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About The Project

Project Ceres is Perdaman Chemicals & Fertilisers’ flagship urea manufacturing development in Karratha, Western Australi. Perdaman Industries Urea Plant Project, a latest-generation fertiliser plant with a capacity of 2.14 million tonnes of urea per year.

The plant is part of a landmark project for Western Australia, generating on average 2,000 jobs during the construction phase and approximately 200 permanent jobs during the operational phase. The joint venture and Perdaman’s commitment to make a positive impact in the community are aligned, and a key aspect during the construction phase is to engage with the Indigenous and local communities through career, training and business opportunities ensuring long lasting social benefits.

More information on the Perdaman project can be viewed on the link below:-

Ceres - Chemicals and Fertilisers

Saipem Australia has been awarded the delivery of engineering, procurement of equipment and materials, construction, pre-commissiong and commissioning for Perdaman Industries. We are currently searching for an experienced SMP Supervisor (specializing in Rotating Equipment) on a 19:9 rotation to join our team on Project Ceres reporting to the Construction Manager.

How can you support us? Here below your responsibilities:

• Oversee the planning, execution, and supervision of Rotating Equipment (particularly turbines) installations.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations, quality standards, and company procedures.
• Lead and manage a team of technicians, ensuring high performance and effective teamwork.
• Monitor progress and troubleshoot issues to keep projects on schedule and within budget.
• Conduct regular inspections and quality control checks to ensure optimal standards.
• Collaborate with other departments and stakeholders to ensure successful project outcomes.

What are we looking for?

• Proven experience in supervising SMP projects, preferably in the oil, gas, or construction industries.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• In-depth knowledge of SMP systems, safety protocols, and industry standards.
• Ability to solve problems quickly and effectively under pressure.
• A proactive attitude with excellent organizational skills.10+ years’ experience in a Supervisory role.
• Ability to work on a 19:9 roster.

What can we offer you?

• Maximum Term Full-Time Contract
• A supportive team culture and environment
• Our One Saipem Way soft skills model leverages on skills development, career growth, opportunities to innovate through complex challenges by promoting communication and collaboration to achieve common goals.
• Location: Site

Additional Information

We support your development! Do you feel you might not fit this role perfectly? If you think you can contribute to our business development in the future, don’t hesitate to apply anyway through our spontaneous application form!

We embrace diversity! At Saipem, we believe that innovation thrives through diversity. Our culture is built on mutual respect, collaboration, inclusion and the belief that our differences drive our progress.

Safety and Sustainability matter to us! Operating in difficult and at times extreme situations, the focus is always on the health and safety of people and the preservation of the natural ecosystem.

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