Operations Engineer

FMM; Doha; On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Qatar is seeking an Operations Engineer to manage Central Plants and energy centers effectively. The role entails overseeing operational activities, ensuring safety compliance, managing a team, and optimizing utility provision. Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and extensive experience in operational roles within large facilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years in maintenance and operations with 5 in a managerial role.
• Experience in refinery or oil/gas production facilities is essential.
• English proficiency and ability to understand technical manuals required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate operational activities of the Central Plants to meet utility requirements.
• Lead and guide the team of plant operators and industrial cleaners.
• Ensure uninterrupted utility provision and high plant reliability.

Skills

Leadership

Decision-Making

Computer Literacy

Technical Understanding

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Computerized Maintenance Management Systems

Job description

Job Purpose :

The Operations Engineer will coordinate the overall operational activities of the Central Plants (Energy Centers) and plant rooms in a safe and optimal manner to meet the utility requirements of the client's facilities.

Job Responsibilities :

• Lead the team of Central Plant operators, industrial cleaners, and coordinate with client representatives in the operation of Central Plants and plant rooms.
• Guide and direct central plant operators, operation supervisors, and industrial cleaners in operating energy centers.
• Ensure uninterrupted provision of utilities to all facilities efficiently.
• Utilize plant and equipment optimally to maximize productivity.
• Achieve high plant reliability through safe and optimal operations, proactive maintenance, assessment of plant parameters, and trend analysis.
• Maintain safe work site conditions through effective PTW management and supervision.
• Analyze plant performance, start/stop cycles, trips, alarms, root causes, and trends to ensure high reliability.
• Monitor energy/resource utilization and implement sustainability measures to conserve energy and resources.
• Review logbooks, plant parameters, PTW records, and guide the team to operate at a world-class level.
• Coordinate with the maintenance team for timely processing of work requests.
• Initiate, process, and monitor work requests using CAFM or other systems to ensure plant reliability and availability.
• Supervise assigned personnel and carry out supervisory duties as per client management standards.
• Create, modify, and review preventive maintenance schedules; review and approve work permits; ensure safety compliance during site visits.
• Lead investigations for major plant shutdowns or breakdowns and plan plant improvements.
• Oversee safety equipment and systems, conduct safety drills, and ensure adherence to emergency procedures.
• Review spare parts inventory and requisitions for chemicals, oils, water, tools, and safety gear.
• Supervise installation activities for electrical, mechanical, HVAC, and instrumentation equipment during plant modifications.
• Plan and control major plant shutdowns, prepare work lists, and review requests.
• Oversee maintenance activities for major equipment such as cooling towers, generators, and pumps.
• Review and approve plant improvement initiatives and analyze plant performance for energy conservation.
• Perform other duties related to safety, fire regulations, and housekeeping to ensure a safe working environment.
• Monitor contractor performance, prepare reports, and manage operational activities to meet strategic objectives.
• Hold regular meetings with supervisors and contractors to discuss performance and safety issues.
• Ensure service levels are met in line with SLAs and submit regular reports on operations and incidents.

Qualifications :

Minimum 10 years of maintenance and operational experience in refinery, oil/gas production, or similar large facilities, with at least 5 years in a managerial role.

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering; experience with computerized maintenance management systems; membership in a recognized engineering body is required.

Experience & Skills :

Essential :

Strong leadership and decision-making skills.

Proficiency in English and ability to understand technical manuals.

Computer literacy and familiarity with relevant applications.

Preferred :

Experience with energy conservation measures and energy management systems.

Ability to analyze utility/energy data, identify gaps, and implement corrective actions.