Team Lead Instrument

Gender; Oman; On-site; OMR 8,000 - 14,000; Full time

Job summary

Gender is seeking a Senior Instrument role (SR2) in Oman–Suhar. The holder will lead instrument maintenance activities, coordinate a multi-skilled team, and drive reliability across the assets in scope. Strong hands-on leadership, SAP-PM usage, and CMMS proficiency are essential.

The role reports to the Head of Assets Management and interacts with maintenance and operations groups. The position emphasizes planning, problem solving, and delivering safe, compliant maintenance with emphasis on cost

Qualifications

• Bachelor in Instrument/Electronics Engineering or equivalent.
• Excellent command of English; Arabic knowledge desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead instrument maintenance works for SR2 and related operations.
• Coordinate and supervise instrument maintenance plans and staff/contractors.
• Ensure plant equipment availability and optimize cost/resources.
• Issue Work Permits on Instrument side and enforce LOTO procedures.
• Develop and implement training programs for engineers and technicians.
• Maintain expertise in process instrumentation and safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

People management

SAP

CMMS

Root Cause Analysis

HSE

Project Management

Troubleshooting

Communication

MS Office

Education

Bachelor in Instrument/Electronics Engineering

Tools

SAP- PM

Entis Tank management

CMMS

Job description

Education Bachelor of Technology/Engineering(Instrumentation)

Job Description

Job title TL Instrument SR2 Grade Stream OQ RPI Function Assets Management SR2 Instrument Location Oman Suhar Budget control *OPEX and/or CAPEX and/or Revenue amount as relevant* Reporting to Head of Assets Management SR2 Direct reports 10:
Sr/ Engineer (1)
Supervisor (1)
Sr /Specialist (2)
Sr Technician/ Technician (6) Job purpose
Leads, and coordinates, the Instrument Maintenance Works, and the designated team for SR2 and all related operations under Head of Assets Management SR2 scope, acting as Technical Service provider of maintenance and execution of minor projects, modifications in accordance with the technical standards to maintain the assets through: (1) Leading the design Maintenance instrument services on planned / un-planned maintenance works utilizing best practice. (2) Coordination and supervision of assets, products and maintenance work in the designated area, (3) Implement plans and coordinate instrument maintenance works (4) Lead the designated staff (team) and external contractors in performing electrical maintenance services on planned / un-planned maintenance (CM, PM & TA) activities ; in order to ensure plant equipment availability, reliability & optimization of cost / resources while facilitating smooth operations of the plant to meet operational targets.

The position will act in accordance with the Group's Mission, Vision, Values & Strategies, as well as, policies, guidelines, and standards, supported by IT Technology platform, HSE standards, Omani government & other legal justifications, and best international practices in consonance with national objectives Main tasks and responsibilities

SR Plant Area Acronym Details

• Area1 CDUs, VDU & DCU Crude / Vacuum Distillation


• Area2 RFCC Residue Fluidized Catalytic Cracking


• Area 3,4,5 HCU, Hydrotreaters HGU

• Hydrocracker Unit


• Hydrotreaters : Hydro-desulfurization (HDS) to remove sulfur and nitrogen compounds from natural gas and other refined petroleum products like diesel, gasoline, and jet fuel.


• Hydrogen Generation Unit : Pre-desulfurization section, followed by desulfurization, reforming and process gas cooling with high temperature shift conversion to increase the hydrogen content of the process gas.


• Area 6 Offsite Operations Tank Farm, Waste-water Treatment, Sulfur Granulation, Non-Plant areas Utilities Utilities Steam, fuel, various waters, air, electric power, and sewers,

Instrument Equipment

• Pressure transmitters These instruments measure the pressure of fluids or gases in pipes, tanks, and vessels. They are used to ensure that the process is operating within safe pressure limits.


• Temperature transmitters gauges, Thermowells, Thermocouple Assemblies. These instruments measure the temperature of fluids or gases in various process equipment, such as heat exchangers, reactors, and distillation columns.


• Flow meters These instruments measure the flow rate of liquids and gases in pipes and vessels. They are used to monitor the amount of material being transferred between different process stages.


• Level transmitters These instruments measure the level of liquids and solids in tanks and vessels. They are used to ensure that tanks are not overfilled or emptied too quickly, which could result in safety hazards or process disruptions.


• Analyzers These instruments measure the chemical composition of process streams. They are used to monitor the quality of products and ensure that the process is operating within the required specifications


• Control valves / Instrument Manifold / Positioners. These are critical components that control the flow of fluids in process equipment. They are used to adjust the flow rate, pressure, and temperature of the process stream to maintain optimal process conditions.


• Safety relief valves These are critical components that protect equipment and personnel from overpressure conditions. They are designed to open automatically when the pressure exceeds a predetermined level, releasing excess pressure and preventing equipment damage or personnel injury.

Accountabilities

• Team management: Leading a team of Instrument maintenance engineers, supervisors, and technicians by assigning Instrument maintenance tasks, monitor the progress, providing feedback, training, and manage the team performance.


• Develop and provide effective Training Program for the development of young engineers.


• Evaluate job performance for the assigned maintenance team and assist Head of Maintenance in setting key performance indicators for the department.


• Provide guidance & support to maintenance team on identifying critical issues, repetitive failure of rotating equipment (RCA) & work backlogs.


• Lead the development and ensures execution of Training Program for the development of young engineers.


• Maintains technical expertise in functional areas of process Instrument.


• Reviews policies of warehouse materials/spare parts and determines strategy of their handling and procurement


• Develops IDP of Omanis within the section, prepares training programs and monitors their implementation


• Participate in Management of Change (MOC) committee review meetings.


• Monitors staff attendance, attitude and implements discipline within the section.


• Prepare annual leave plans.


• Equipment maintenance: Implements the Preventive Maintenance (PM) plan within his section.


• Accountable for all work for instruments maintenance and calibration to the SR2 facility / buildings.


• Accountable for continuous availability of Instrument equipment such as switchgear, transformers, motors, drivers, UPS/BC, generation system, communication system.


• Ensure application of best work practices in execution of Instrument maintenance jobs.


• Responsible for issuing Work Permits on Instrument side and implementing Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) procedure.


• In emergency drills or emergencies maintains close liaison with On-Scene Commander and Operation Coordinator, for ensuring quick restoration of power.

Desired Candidate Profile

Minimum Qualifications for this position are a bachelor in Instrument/Electronics Engineering or equivalent

Excellent knowledge of written, read, and spoken English (required) | Arabic - Native (desirable)

Background and experience

TL 8-10 years of relevant experience 10-12 years of relevant experience

Relevant experience in instrument Maintenance Services inclusive of 4 years of relevant experience as Maintenance Team Leader role (Oil & Gas / Petrochemical or Refinery Plant experience preferred).

Experience in bids evaluation and knowledge of contracts management & spare parts optimization.

Experience and knowledge in project planning, cost control, contract development, installation, trouble shooting, and start-up.

Sound judgment in technical matters with good skills in engineering field materials specifications and international standards.

Good experience in handling of Maintenance Contracts and shutdown related jobs.

Knowledge of:

• Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)


• Expertise in SAP- PM


• Process Equipment Life-Cycle Management


• Experience in condition monitoring systems on rotating equipment.


• Good knowledge in Quality Assurance, Quality Control and HSE plans.


• Familiar with techniques for ensuring data integrity with various integration of information/ reports


• Knowledgeable in HSE plans related to maintenance activities.


• Understanding of Process (P&IDs / PFDs) & Engineering drawings and OEM manuals.

Instruments:

• Knowledge of instrument control loops.


• Familiar with Systems, Applications and Products in data processing (SAP).


• Experience on Local control station/ Plant interface bus and DCS.


• Good knowledge of modern maintenance technologies & maintenance Planning and execution of Instrumentation Equipment s, Analysers, Calibrations, control systems, ESDs


• Good knowledge of Foundation Field bus Instrumentation .


• Proficient in Functional safety , SIL & ESD Instrumentation and Maintenance requirements.

Soft:

• Leadership and people management skills


• Demonstrated leadership impact to deliver improved and sustained performance


• Through use of facts


• Troubleshooting and result oriented


• Able to build relationships within department staff and contractors with a focus on collaboration.


• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a diversified and critical environment.


• Verbal and writing reporting skills-effective Communication

Technical

• Computer Literacy including MS Office


• Root Cause Analysis (RCA)


• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings


• Project Management


• Developing and Modifying Technical Procedures


• Ability to align the requirements of operations and maintenance


• Familiar with techniques for ensuring data integrity with various integration of information/ reports


• Knowledge in estimating, budgeting, and cost control.


• Process automation protocols, such as (HART, Profibus and SDS).


• Entis Tank management system and tank gauging.


• Instruments calibration.


• Conducting Safety Integrated Level (SIL) Study.