Yard Fabrication Manager – Oil & Gas (offshore)

Job Title: Yard Fabrication Manager – Offshore Oil & GasExperience: 12–25 YearsLocation: Katupalli, Hazira, and Sohar (Oman)Industry: Offshore Oil & Gas / EPC / Fabrication YardsJob DescriptionWe are looking for an experienced Yard Fabrication Manager with a strong background in offshore oil & gas fabrication projects. The ideal candidate will lead the overall yard fabrication activities, ensure project execution as per quality and safety standards, and manage multi-disciplinary teams to deliver offshore structures within schedule and budget.Key Responsibilities1. Project & Fabrication ManagementLead and manage fabrication of offshore structures such as topsides, jackets, modules, skids, piping, and subsea structures.Develop and implement fabrication plans, work sequences, and yard execution strategies.Ensure smooth coordination between engineering, planning, procurement, construction, QC, and safety teams.Monitor progress, manpower allocation, productivity, and ensure adherence to project schedules.2. Technical & Quality OversightSupervise fabrication, welding, assembly, NDT activities, load-out preparation, and mechanical completion.Ensure compliance with offshore standards (API, AWS, ASME, DNV, ISO).Review fabrication drawings, MTOs, welding procedures, and method statements.Resolve technical issues and ensure first-time-right execution.3. Yard Operations & Resource ManagementManage day-to-day construction activities across the yard — structural, piping, mechanical, electrical, blasting & painting, and commissioning.Optimize material movement, yard space utilization, equipment availability, and logistic flow.Lead contractor management, subcontractor performance evaluation, and ensure timely delivery.4. HSE & ComplianceEnsure fabrication activities comply with HSE standards and offshore fabrication guidelines.Conduct safety audits, toolbox talks, and ensure zero-incident execution.Drive continuous improvement and ensure adherence to company and client HSE requirements.5. Stakeholder EngagementCoordinate with client representatives, third-party inspection agencies (TPI), and classification societies.Provide weekly and monthly progress reports to senior management and clients.Handle change requests, risk management, and support project control activities.Mandatory ExperienceMinimum 10+ years in offshore fabrication yards (topsides, jackets, modules, process skids, etc.).Proven experience managing large-scale fabrication teams.Strong knowledge of offshore codes & standards (AWS, API, ASME, DNV).Experience in heavy structural fabrication, piping fabrication, welding processes, and load-out activities.QualificationsDiploma / BE / B.Tech in Mechanical / Marine / Structural / Production Engineering.Certification in welding, fabrication, or offshore safety (advantageous).Key SkillsYard management & multi-discipline coordinationOffshore fabrication expertiseStrong planning & execution skillsLeadership, team management, decision-makingHSE complianceClient and contractor management