Operations Superintendent – Carbon Capture & Liquefaction Plant (8-Month Contract, UAE)

WeConnect Energy; Fujairah City; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Operations Superintendent for a pilot project in Fujairah, UAE. You will ensure safe operations at a cutting-edge Carbon Capture and CO₂ Liquefaction Plant. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in industrial gas or process plant operations, along with strong leadership skills. This position offers a fixed-term contract with competitive benefits, including accommodation and local transport.

Benefits

Competitive package

Accommodation provided

Local transport provided

5 days on / weekends off

Qualifications

• 10+ years’ experience in industrial gas or process plant operations.
• Experience with cryogenic or CO₂ handling processes is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of HSE systems and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Supervise day-to-day operations at the pilot plant.
• Monitor and optimise gas processing and cryogenic processes.
• Lead and mentor operators to promote safety culture.

Skills

Industrial plant operations

Gas processing expertise

Supervisory experience

HSE knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Process or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Who are we?

WeConnect Energy is a specialist recruitment and consulting firm focused on Oil & Gas, Low Carbon, and Renewables sectors. Our mission is to connect the world’s energy experts.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Operations Superintendent with strong industrial plant and gas processing expertise to join an innovative pilot project in Fujairah, UAE.

The selected candidate will support the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of a cutting-edge Carbon Capture and CO₂ Liquefaction Plant.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate day-to-day operations at the pilot plant, ensuring adherence to operating procedures and HSE standards.
• Monitor and optimise gas processing and cryogenic processes (pressure, temperature, flow, purity) to maintain product quality and efficiency.
• Oversee start-up, shutdown, and transitions between operating modes.
• Lead and mentor operators/contractors, promoting a strong safety culture.
• Analyse operational data and provide technical insights to optimise plant performance

Candidate Profile

• 10+ years’ experience in industrial gas, gas processing, petrochemical, or process plant operations, with strong exposure to cryogenic or CO₂ handling processes (cryogenic/CO₂ experience is a plus).
• Bachelor’s degree or technical diploma in Chemical, Process or Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent hands-on expertise).
• Proven supervisory/leadership experience in plant operations.
• Strong knowledge of HSE systems, permit-to-work, and industrial risk management.
• Medically fit for a hands-on supervisory role; committed to high safety standards.

Only candidates with proven gas processing / industrial plant operations experience and supervisory/leadership background will be considered.

Conditions and Benefits

• Fixed-term contract (8 months) with competitive package.
• Start date: mid-October / early November.
• Work schedule: 5 days on / weekends off (overtime available for on-call).
• Accommodation and local transport provided.