Job description

Wood is recruiting for a Rotating Mechanical Engineer to join its Iraq business unit focusing on developing and implementing preventive and predictive maintenance programs for rotating equipment.

This role is a full-time on-site role in Basra, Iraq with travel requirement.

Reports to: Construction Manager

Wood is recruiting for a Rotating Mechanical Engineer to join its Iraq business unit focusing on developing and implementing preventive and predictive maintenance programs for rotating equipment.

This role is a full-time on-site role in Basra, Iraq with travel requirement.

Reports to: Construction Manager

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The role

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Rotating Mechanical Engineer to join our Iraq Business Unit.

Our Clients and Projects 

Designing the future. Transforming the world. 

Wood is an integral part of operations in Iraq, and we are continuing to grow our footprint across the country. With a 90-year heritage, 10 major contracts and over 850 employees, we have the skills, expertise and asset knowledge to support clients to deliver energy security and decarbonisation ambitions.

Wood excels in supporting our clients to deliver complex upstream and midstream oil and gas projects in Iraq delivering maintenance, modifications and engineering solutions. We are committed to decarbonising existing assets, producing cleaner energy and developing a sustainable national workforce, ensuring the long-term growth of the region.

What we can offer

• Meaningful and interesting projects Delivered to high profile clients and complex projects in Iraq 
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion; we are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business with employee networks committed to giving all employees a voice 
• Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market 
• Medical Insurance: Ensures inpatient and outpatient medical care is available should you require treatment. 
• Commitment to continued professional development; development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests 
• Global connections: join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession 
• Long Service Award: Wood values the commitment and loyalty of our people. Celebrating Long Service provides an opportunity for the business to demonstrate their appreciation of the hard work, dedication and many years’ services of our employees at 5-year service milestones 

Job Objectives:

• Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs for rotating equipment.
• Lead root cause failure analysis (RCFA) and implement corrective actions.
• Monitor equipment performance and recommend improvements to enhance reliability and efficiency.
• Support condition monitoring activities (vibration analysis, thermography, oil analysis).
• Provide technical expertise during troubleshooting, overhauls, and major repairs.
• Review maintenance procedures, work packs, and job safety analyses (JSAs).
• Ensure compliance with OEM specifications, industry standards (API, ISO), and company procedures.
• Prepare maintenance plans, schedules, and spare parts lists for rotating equipment.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance history, failure reports, and performance data.
• Support the development of equipment criticality assessments and risk-based maintenance strategies.
• Liaise with operations, planning, procurement, and engineering teams to ensure maintenance activities are aligned with production goals.
• Participate in HAZOPs, MOCs, and technical audits.
• Support audits, inspections, and regulatory compliance efforts.
• Provide rotating equipment expertise during facility shutdowns, turnarounds, and brownfield projects.
• Ensure that all work complies with health, safety, and environmental standards at West Qurna 1.
• Support the application of WQ1-FOD Policy in relation to the Drug and Alcohol policy, Company Ethics, Award conditions, etc, whilst respecting and protecting the personal rights of subordinates.

What makes you remarkable? 

At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world’s most critical challenges.  

Expected:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience specifically in Rotating Equipment Maintenance, preferably in oil & gas and petrochemical sector.
• Certifications in vibration analysis (Category I/II) or RCA Training is a plus.
• Knowledge on the International Standard related to Mechanical, such as API 610, API 617, ANSI B73.1, ISO 5199, ISO 10816, etc.

Skills:

• Language English and Arabic Proficiency.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting engineering drawings and specifications.
• Strong knowledge of rotating machinery design, operation, and maintenance.
• Strong knowledge of condition monitoring tools and analysis techniques.
• Good awareness in Safety Operations, Risk Assessment, and Best Practice Engineering.
• Problem Solving
• Excellent Communication and interpersonal skills.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions; prepare clear and concise records, reports and other written materials.
• Continuous Improvement
• Ability to interact in a multi-cultural environment
• Demonstrated experience in liaising with third party contractors, business partners and local communities

Systems:

• Maximo / CMMS / Aconex
• Microsoft Offices