Digital Transformation Leader

Archirodon Group N.V; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Digital Transformation Leader with extensive IT experience to spearhead the implementation of advanced systems within the Oil and Gas Division. This pivotal role requires a blend of leadership and technical expertise, overseeing the execution of a comprehensive digital strategy. The successful candidate will engage in 3D modeling, smart plant software implementation, and database management, contributing to impactful projects that enhance production capabilities. Join a collaborative environment where professional growth is encouraged, and be part of a team that drives innovation in mega infrastructure developments globally.

Benefits

Professional Growth Opportunities

Challenging Projects

Collaborative Environment

Competitive Compensation

Qualifications

• 15+ years of leadership experience in Oil & Gas or Power industries.
• Strong knowledge of IT, Database Management, and Smart Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Digital Transformation strategy and oversee systems implementation.
• Manage database development and ensure project handover reconciliation.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Operations Management

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical/Chemical Engineering

Tools

Smart Plant

Oracle

AVEVA

Job description

Having earned its reputation as a reliable and respected international contractor for more than a half century in the Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) market, we continue to create value for our stakeholders by executing complex EPC projects worldwide, in recognition of our superior standards of performance.

We have an outstanding record in completing major Energy (Oil & Gas – Power and Water), Marine, Infrastructure, and Defense & Security projects around the globe, and we pride ourselves on delivering the kind of reliability and trust that clients expect from a major EPC contractor.

Archirodon has been awarded a major Oil & Gas EPC project in UAE and is currently building a team of experienced Lead Engineers, who will be based in our UAE office and lead the multidiscipline Engineering of the project.

The project includes the detailed engineering and design, quality assurance and control, procurement/supply, interface management, construction/installation, pre-commissioning, commissioning/start-up of Hydrocarbon & non-Hydrocarbon systems, and management including all works required for job completion. The main objective of this brownfield project is to increase the production handling capacity by adding a new Production Train and associated facilities at an existing Central Degassing Station and a new gas lift compressor train at another existing Central Degassing Station.

Role Summary:

The Digital Transformation Leader will have IT experience and be responsible for the implementation strategy, supervision, and delivery of the systems implementation at the Oil and Gas Division and Projects level. This includes 3D modelling and smart plant software implementation, materials handling and fabrication applications, requiring skills in present IT technologies, engineering and procurement systems software, data management and migration, and operations management for the Oil & Gas EPC and EPCM projects.

The Digital Transformation Leader will report to the Project Manager & Project Engineering Manager.

• Digital Transformation Strategy framework study, analysis, and agreement with stakeholders.
• Execution of the agreed strategy at both Division and Project levels, supported by the Smart Plant Administrators.
• Select appropriate applications to be used and support the execution at the operation level.
• Support the selected applications during the complete project cycle (Design, Fabrication, and Commissioning Stage).
• Database development/update at Division and Project level and ensure smooth handling of these.
• Project handover level compilation and reconciliation.
• Management and training of the support teams.

What you will need to have:

• Minimum of 15 years of Leader/Managerial experience.
• Minimum of 10 years of proven experience in the oil & gas or power industry in a similar position.
• BE or equivalent in Mechanical/Chemical Engineering.
• Proven experience in working for Design and Construction activities under Smart Plant environment.
• Strong knowledge of IT and related software, Database Management, and Smart Engineering.
• Strategy development and execution.
• Experience in Smart Plant, Oracle, AVEVA, etc. is a must.

You are someone who:

• Displays excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Has leadership skills, operations management, IT expertise, and experience in Oil & Gas or Power industries.
• Is keen to learn and professionally grow.
• Is flexible and eager to take initiatives.
• Demonstrates sound Project Management Skills.
• Is effective at solving problems, troubleshooting, and making timely decisions.
• Displays a team spirit, particularly in a multicultural environment.
• Is commercially astute.

What’s in it for you:

Professional growth, challenging projects, a collaborative environment, and competitive compensation.

Competitive salary and benefits are part of the offering, yet the real joy comes from being a member of smart and passionate teams within an international leading EPC group that supports impactful local communities' mega infrastructure development projects - literally around the globe - and encompasses a productive and human-centric culture caring for its people and their development!