Head, Workshop & General Services- OQ8 Oman Refinery

Gender; Oman; On-site; OMR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Gender is seeking an experienced Maintenance & Reliability leader to oversee workshop operations, asset integrity, and maintenance strategies for a 24/7 refinery setting in Oman. The role requires guiding maintenance teams, coordinating with operations, and ensuring compliance with HSE and ISO standards.

Ideal candidates hold a B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical or Electrical engineering with 12+ years in Oil & Gas maintenance and 3–5 years in leadership, plus CMMS and SAP experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Electrical).
• CMRP or CRL certification preferred.
• Minimum 12 years in Oil & Gas refinery maintenance.
• 3–5 years in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems.
• Familiarity with RCA and RCmS and HSE standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop preventive and corrective maintenance strategies to maximize reliability of refinery assets.
• Plan refinery shutdowns, turnarounds, and outages in coordination with operations.
• Oversee central maintenance workshop and ensure tools and calibration are ready.
• Manage OPEX and CAPEX budgets for facility upgrades and maintenance.
• Negotiate contracts with external contractors and equipment suppliers.

Skills

Leadership

Maintenance planning

Reliability engineering

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Mechanical/Electrical)

Tools

SAP PM/MM

CMMS

MS Office

Job description

Education Bachelor of Technology/Engineering(Mechanical)

Job Description

Manages and leads the workshop and general services support processes to Operations Departments for the overall safe, smooth and reliable 24 hours/day operation to support the Plants production targets. Directs overall plant maintenance, reliability, and asset integrity. They oversee maintenance technicians, manage contractor relationships, develop preventive and predictive maintenance strategies, and control the maintenance budget. To minimize equipment downtime and ensure the refinery operates safely and efficiently.

The position will act in accordance with the OQ8 s Mission, Vision, Values & Strategies, as well as, policies, guidelines and standards, supported by an IT Technology platform, HSE standards, Oman s government & other legal justifications, and best international practices in consonance with national objectives. Tasks and Responsibilities:

Maintenance & Asset Reliability

• Develop and execute comprehensive preventive and Corrective maintenance strategies (PM/CM) to maximize the operational lifespan and reliability of rotating and static refinery assets.
• Plan and direct major refinery shutdowns, turnarounds, and plant outages in close coordination with operations.
• Champion the use of the site s Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to track work orders, analyze equipment downtime, and allocate labor.

Workshop Operations

• Oversee the daily workflow, logistics, and capabilities of the central maintenance workshop, which are typically include but not limited to specialized teams for machining, fabrication, welding, and valve repair.
• Ensure all workshop machinery, calibration tools, and heavy equipment are fully functional and safe to use.
• Optimize workshop turnaround times for repairing pulled equipment bundles, pumps, and compressors before returning them to operational service.

General Services

• General service core business for workshop teams are Civil works, Scaffolding & Insulation, Painting, Lifting & rigging

Safety, Compliance & Environmental Control

• Foster a robust safety culture, ensuring all maintenance and workshop tasks strictly adhere to Permit-to-Work systems, LOTO (Lockout/Tagout), confined space, and hot work protocols.
• Ensure compliance with ISO standards and local environmental regulations, reporting to regulatory bodies when necessary.
• Develop and control both operational expenditures (OPEX) and capital expenditures (CAPEX) related to facility upgrades, maintenance, and equipment replacement.
• Negotiate contracts with external contractors, equipment manufacturers, and specialized technical service providers

Key interactions

• Internal: COO Office, Operations, Maintenance, Technical Services, HSSE Functional Management, Logistics & Procurement
• External: Contractors, Vendors and Suppliers Notable Working Conditions. Office environment and Field operations. Moderate to intensive computer screen use. Sporadic travel to operational areas where company operates

Desired Candidate Profile

• Bachelor s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical) or relevant engineering field.
• Certifications such as Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional (CMRP) or Certified Reliability Leader (CRL) are preferred
• Excellent knowledge of written, read, and spoken English (required)
• Minimum of 12 years of relevant experience in Oil & Gas Refinery Industry with specific areas on maintenance and reliability with at least 3-5 years leadership role.
• Deep understanding of mechanical equipment (pumps, compressors, piping, vessels) and electrical systems.
• Familiarity with Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM) and Root Cause Analysis (RCA).
• Good knowledge of HSE / SCE equipment & plans. Outstanding Coaching and Developing experience and certification in major areas of Maintenance.
• Knowledge of maintenance processes for the following refinery operations:
• Heavy Oil Complex Operation (CDU, VDU, SGP, LTU, KTU, DCU, and UGP)
• Hydro Processing Complex (HCU/ARU/SRU/SWS/DHT/HPU/PSA)
• Sulfur/Utilities Complex Operations (SRU, TGTU, ARU, CRU, SSW, CSW, BFW, Steam Generation, Air, N2, CWT, WWTP)
• Offsite/Logistics Complex Operations (Crude Receiving Terminal, Refinery Tankage, product Dispatch, Coke and Sulfur Handling, Flare, Buildings)

Soft:

• Leadership and people management
• Problem-solving skills
• Strong communication, verbal, and written skills.
• Possess analytical thinking in data analysis.
• Organizational Commitment.
• Drive for Excellence.

Technical:

• Computer knowledge in MS Office applications like MS Word, MS excel etc. Maintenance Management Systems.
• Good knowledge of SAP (PM & MM Modules)
• Managing Risks and Hazards Good knowledge of modern maintenance technologies & maintenance Planning techniques for the Utilities and Offsite (Utility, Tank Farms, Inventory & Warehouse)
• Refinery Maintenance Planning and Scheduling including use of computer-based tools.
• Refinery Maintenance - Reactive, Preventative, Predictive.
• Sound judgment in technical matters with good skills in engineering field.