At Baker Hughes, our Process & Pipeline Services (PPS) team provides industry-leading Pre-Commissioning & Maintenance (P&M) solutions that support pipeline, process facility, and offshore operations worldwide. Through innovative technologies and operational expertise, we help customers execute critical projects safely, efficiently, and reliably throughout the asset lifecycle.

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As a Field Operator IV, you will perform a senior operational role supporting Pre-Commissioning & Maintenance activities across offshore and onshore environments. You will provide technical leadership during project execution, lead field crews, oversee specialized equipment operations, ensure compliance with safety procedures, and support successful project delivery while maintaining the highest standards of operational excellence and customer service.

Fuel your passion

As a Field Operator IV, you will be responsible for:

Leading the execution of Pre-Commissioning & Maintenance services including N2/He leak testing, nitrogen purging, mechanical torque and tensioning, barrier leak testing, pigging, FCGT, hydrotesting, and other critical pipeline and process operations.
Providing technical leadership during offshore and onshore projects, ensuring operational activities are completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project procedures, customer requirements, and Baker Hughes standards.
Supervising and coordinating Field Operators and project crews during rig-up, operation, troubleshooting, and rig-down activities while maintaining compliance with all HSE requirements.
Operating, maintaining, and providing advanced troubleshooting support for nitrogen equipment, fluid pumps, flooding pumps, bolting systems, DHDA pumps, OPP systems, Blagdon pumps, Haskel units, and associated P&M equipment.
Leading risk assessments, COSHH reviews, Permit to Work (PTW) processes, toolbox talks, and job safety analyses while promoting a strong safety culture across all project activities.
Reviewing and completing technical reports, maintenance records, test documentation, and project paperwork to ensure accuracy, compliance, and successful project delivery.
Acting as a key customer contact on site, supporting project planning, operational decision-making, issue resolution, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Mentoring and developing junior operators by sharing technical expertise, supporting competency development, and driving operational excellence across the P&M team.

To be successful in this role, you will:

Have significant experience within Pre-Commissioning & Maintenance (P&M), pipeline services, or related oil and gas operations, including experience leading field activities and project crews.
Demonstrate advanced hands-on expertise in leak testing, nitrogen services, hydrotesting, pigging, mechanical bolting, pressure testing, and pipeline commissioning and maintenance activities.
Possess strong mechanical and technical troubleshooting skills with the ability to diagnose equipment issues and implement effective corrective actions in the field.
Hold a valid UKNS Offshore Survival certificate and current offshore medical certification.
Maintain all required certifications, authorizations, and competency requirements necessary to work within the UK offshore sector.
Have strong knowledge of Permit to Work (PTW) systems, risk assessments, COSHH requirements, offshore safety management processes, and industry best practices.
Demonstrate proven leadership, communication, and customer relationship skills with the ability to coordinate teams and engage effectively with clients and stakeholders.
Be highly self-motivated, proactive, and capable of leading operations independently while managing multiple priorities in challenging offshore and onshore environments.

Work in a way that works for you

We recognize that everyone is different and that the way in which people want to work and deliver at their best is different for everyone too. In this role, we can offer the following flexible working pattern:

Working flexible hours, allowing you to adjust your workday to maximize productivity and maintain a healthy work-life balance.

Working with us

Our people are at the heart of what we do at Baker Hughes. We know we are better when all our people are developed, engaged, and able to bring their whole authentic selves to work. We invest in the health and well-being of our workforce, train and reward talent, and develop leaders at all levels to bring out the best in each other.

Working for you

Our inventions have revolutionized energy for over a century. To keep moving forward, we continue to push the boundaries of innovation and reward those who embrace change and drive results. Join us, and you can expect:

Contemporary work-life balance policies and wellbeing initiatives.
Comprehensive private medical care options.
Life insurance and disability coverage programs.
Tailored financial and retirement programs.
Additional elected and voluntary benefits.
Professional development and career growth opportunities within a global organization.

The Baker Hughes internal title for this role is: FIELD OPER IV - PPSAbout Us:

We are an energy technology company that provides solutions to energy and industrial customers worldwide. Built on a century of experience and conducting business in over 120 countries, our innovative technologies and services are taking energy forward – making it safer, cleaner and more efficient for people and the planet.

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Are you seeking an opportunity to make a real difference in a company that values innovation and progress? Join us and become part of a team of people who will challenge and inspire you! Let’s come together and take energy forward.

Baker Hughes Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.