Process Shift Supervisor

Job Description

Wood is recruiting a Process Shift Supervisor to join their team at SAGE on a staff basis.

This role is based at SAGE St Fergus and applicants must live a daily commutable distance from the plant. Accommodation is not provided. This role involves shift work & an on call rota for weekends.

Responsibilities Communications

• Maintain accurate daily logs and conduct effective handovers
• Maintains effective communication with outside agencies and regulatory authorities
• Effectively communicates with all SAGE departments and other Shift Teams

Procedural

• Ensures compliance with SAGE/WOOD procedures, policies, work practices and regulatory requirements
• Authorise all designated permits to work as required as per ISSOW procedure SF-P-G-99-MP-005/001
• Ensure that planned activities follow company policies and systems/procedures and contribute to their review and improvement
• Is familiar with and ensures compliance with the PPC consent

Training

• Undertakes training as offered by the Company to expand his or her area of competency
• Motivates and actively encourages work group commitment in all aspects of production and company operations
• Assists in the training and mentoring of new Lead Operators and Process Operator trainees
• Conducts technical competency assessments in compliance with the SAGE training policies

Process Operations

• Supervises control room duties including, pipeline system monitoring, platform and downstream customer communications, continuous monitoring of DCS and ESD process parameters
• Supervises the Operation of all process systems, units and field equipment
• Supervises and advises Control Room Operators
• Oversees/plans operational planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and surveillance activities
• Supervises Process Operators and ensures the quality and effectiveness of all planned and unplanned production tasks.
• Co-ordinates the efforts of assigned service contract personnel with respect to safe operations, competency, and quality
• Ensures the highest standard of housekeeping is maintained throughout the plant
• Complies with the Integrated Safe System of Work (ISSOW) procedure
• Ensures that personnel are competent to perform assigned work activities and are trained in line with company and regulatory requirements
• Ensures compliance with the SAGE Safe Isolation and Reinstatement of Plant (SIRP) procedure
• Undertakes Radiological Training and assumes responsibility for onsite radiological activities
• Relevant competency in accordance with SAGE Electrical Authorisation Procedure

5. SUPPLEMENTARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Any other delegated responsibilities as instructed by the line management within the timeframe specified in a safe and efficient manner to meet business requirements, provided the instruction is reasonable and the incumbent is capable and deemed competent to fulfil these
• Deputises for the Process Superintendent
• Assumes the role of On Scene Commander in the management of any emergency situations, and actively participates in regular training exercises
• Undertakes project assignments as required, including annual turnarounds.
• Assess workplace performance and conducts evidence-based assessment Competency Assurance and SAGE Competency Modules
• Liaises with Projects Group and carries out document reviews where required
• Deals with some HR issues and conducts Technician Appraisals

6. CORE SAFETY, HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENT RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists in ensuring the integrity of the installation ISSOW System
• Ensures that all activities comply with applicable Safety, Health and Environmental legislation, and that personnel and the environment are not subjected to situations of unacceptable risk
• Adheres to relevant SAGE/WOOD BMS systems and procedures and contributes to their review and improvement. Complies with the standards in place at the facility or area to which they have been assigned
• Participates in plant safety inspections
• Participates in emergency exercises
• When required participates in incident investigations and follow up actions
• Participates in Hazard Identification, both formal and informal, as required
• Trained and competent to Level 2 risk assessment standard
• Demonstrates a personal commitment to Safety, Health and the Environment (SHE)
• Manages routine shift safety meetings and communication sessions
• Applies Wood/SAGE Safety, Health & Environment Policies
• Supports departmental HSSE responsibilities through participation and compliance with plant procedures and HSSE initiatives

7. ADDITIONAL RELEVANT INFORMATION ABOUT THE JOB

• Out of hours support for operational personnel cover
• Inclement weather conditions
• Overtime as required
• Shift work

Qualifications 8. QUALIFICATIONS

• Technical training to at least HNC/HND level or equivalent qualification.
• N/SVQ Workplace Assessor
• Completed recognised SAGE competency training levels 1-3

Minimum Experience

• Extensive practical knowledge of process / systems plant and equipment relevant to the industry sector in own discipline area
• Experienced technician perhaps with some lead technician experience within an on/offshore production operation environment.

Role-Specific Skills

• Demonstrate the ability to apply theory in a practical context.
• Able to demonstrate team working skills.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Professional demeanor.

9. SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/COMPETENCIES

• Relevant competency in accordance with SAGE Electrical Authorisation Procedure
• Comprehensive knowledge of the SAGE ISSOW system and associated processes
• Comprehensive knowledge of the SAGE SIRP Procedure
• Understanding of maintenance management systems (Maximo)
• IT support systems used within the Company which are relevant to the scope of the position
• Hazardous area classifications
• Comprehensive knowledge of the hazards associated with high-pressure hydrocarbon systems
• Interpretation of Process & Instrumentation Drawings (P&ID's)

10. PERSONAL QUALITIES

• Organised and methodical in approach to work
• Maintains high personal integrity when dealing with all aspects of company business
• Excellent interpersonal skills - being able to work well with colleagues and Vendors
• Sound communication skills both written and oral
• Flexibility
• Medically fit for work

About Us

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 45 countries, employing around 25,000 people.

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.

Job Info

• Job Identification 27869
• Job Category Trade & Craft
• Posting Date 03/17/2026, 01:50 PM
• Apply Before 03/31/2026, 11:59 PM
• Job Schedule Full time