Construction Supervisor (Mechanical) @ HIL

Job Title

Construction Supervisor – Mechanical

Work Schedule

Equal Rotation

Department

Projects & Engineering

Work Location

HKN Hamrin Operations

Reports to

Construction Manager

Start Date

To be confirmed

Subordinates

Not Applicable

Application Deadline

November 15, 2026

Employment Type

Consultant

Other details

About Us

HKN Hamrin Ltd. is a privately held, independent oil and gas company operating in the Republic of Iraq. The Hamrin Block is comprised of 535 km2 and contains one producing field. The Hamrin field produces oil primarily from the Tertiary (Miocene) reservoirs — the Jeribe and Euphrates formations — with the Dhiban formation as a secondary reservoir.

At HKN, our strength lies in our highly experienced, diverse team, whose professionals bring insights from working across 80+ countries. We are committed to building a culture deeply rooted in our Core Values, which include Integrity, Respect, Commitment, Excellence, and Teamwork.

Position Summary

Reporting to the construction manager, the primary responsibility of the Mechanical/Piping Construction Supervisor is to supervise facilities construction activities related to the installation of brownfield and greenfield construction scopes of work, and to ensure construction works are completed safely, whilst meeting quality standards set out for the project.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

Performance Expectations

• Projects & Engineering Construction work is completed safely.
• Construction contractor follows and/or meets all SOW, Specifications, Quality and Company standards.
• Construction works are completed on time and within approved budgets.
• Construction works are completed, commissioned and turned over to operations safely and effectively.
• Plan and execute construction works efficiently and effectively.
• Report on project performance at regular intervals.
• Train and mentor local staff as required.

Competency (Knowledge & Skills) Required

• Hands on and supervisory experience in heavy equipment operation, scaffolding, rigging, lifting operations, pipefitting, welding, hydrotesting, vessel and rotating equipment installation and other similar work activities.
• Knowledge of HSE codes and standards and ability to implement them in order complete the above activities safely.
• Knowledge of various ASME, API and other code, standards and regulations
• Working knowledge of completions/commissioning processes and systems.
• Able to read and interpret construction drawings.
• Able to work effectively as part of a team but also to work on own initiative and taking a proactive approach.
• Ability to take responsibility and manage tasks through to completion.
• Able to work with several simultaneous activities, prioritising as necessary.
• Effective communicator, able to effectively liaise with internal project stakeholders, operations, construction contractor representatives, and the wider Facilities Engineering Team.
• With the support of the construction manager, able to effectively identify and manage change.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Qualifications preferred

• Degree/ diploma in applicable numerate discipline - mechanical, process, chemical, petroleum engineering and or a recognized trade certificate.
• Equivalent years of experience will be considered in lieu of the above.

Experience Expected / Required

• A minimum of 10 years of experience as an on-shore oil and gas construction supervisor with onshore oil & gas project experience with an E&P Operator.
• Brownfield experience is essential, working within operational facilities.
• Previous project experience in the Middle East is essential. Experience in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq would be considered a bonus.

Other Relevant Competency Requirements

• Effective Leader
• Team Player
• Working knowledge of Microsoft applications
• Working knowledge of oil & gas plant and pipeline operation and design