Field (Construction) Engineer

JOB DESCRIPTIONWood (trading locally as WOOD KSS LLP) is currently looking for a Field Engineer (Construction) (for KZ Passport holders) to join our team in Atyrau, Kazakhstan The Field/Construction Engineer provides strategic and hands-on leadership for all aspects of the fabrication process within a manufacturing or industrial setting. This position plays a critical role in ensuring operational efficiency, robust safety performance, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance. The Field/Construction Engineer is accountable for managing a team of professionals to meet production goals, maintain high standards in safety, welding and fabrication, oversee transportation logistics, and ensure effective project controls and risk management are in place. There is significant emphasis on fostering positive industrial relations, continuous improvement in QA/QC protocols, and strict adherence to safety proceduresRESPONSIBILITIESLead, supervise, and manage daily operations of the fabrication department, ensuring project schedules, fabrication, and welding standards are met with a strong focus on safety and regulatory complianceOversee all aspects of fabrication, including advanced welding operations, according to engineering drawings, client requirements, and company quality standardsDevelop, implement, and monitor efficient production workflows, project controls, and process improvements, with a focus on QA/QC, cost control, and risk mitigationDrive a culture of safety, championing best practices in workplace health and safety, promoting hazard identification, and ensuring compliance with all safety policies and proceduresManage transportation of materials and finished products, coordinating logistics with internal and external resources to support on-time project deliveryFacilitate strong industrial relations by acting as a liaison between management, staff, and union representatives, resolving conflicts, and promoting a positive, cooperative work environmentEnsure rigorous quality assurance and quality control practices are implemented and maintained throughout the fabrication and welding processesAnalyze and report on production metrics, safety incidents, quality outcomes, and project progress to senior management, providing recommendations for improvement where necessaryLead, mentor, and evaluate fabrication staff, providing training and development opportunities focused on technical skills, safety, and qualityMaintain accurate inventory of raw materials, consumables, and finished products; coordinate supply chain logistics and resolve transportation challenges as neededOversee risk management activities, proactively identifying and addressing potential project, operational, or safety risksPrepare, review, and deliver detailed reports on production, quality, safety, and project status for both internal and external stakeholdersManage departmental budgets, labor costs, and resource allocation, ensuring adherence to financial controls and project requirementsQUALIFICATIONSBachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Management, or a related field preferred; extensive industry experience may be considered in lieu of formal educationAt least 7-10 years of progressive experience in fabrication, welding, and industrial manufacturing environments, including a minimum of 3 years in a supervisory or managerial roleProven track record in implementing and managing safety programs, QA/QC processes, project controls, and risk management strategies in fabrication settingsExtensive knowledge of fabrication and welding techniques, codes, and standardsDemonstrated experience in transportation logistics and coordinating the movement of materials and finished goodsStrong leadership, team management, and industrial relations skills; experience working in unionized environments preferredProficiency in interpreting technical drawings, blueprints, and project specificationsExperience with reporting systems, project management software, and continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean Manufacturing or Six SigmaExceptional problem-solving, communication, and organizational abilitiesCommitment to workplace safety, quality assurance, and regulatory complianceUses advanced quality tools and principles to lead technical and operational work process improvement efforts Understands and communicates customer and supplier requirementsFacilitates and participates in effective internal meetings using quality toolsUnderstands and applies metrics to improve functional work processesABOUT USWood 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 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.com 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.