Area Manager, Operations

Yasref; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Area Manager for Operations to lead and optimize daily refinery activities. This role involves ensuring compliance with safety, health, and environmental standards while maximizing production efficiency. The successful candidate will develop annual operational plans, oversee staffing and training, and monitor key performance indicators to uphold high operational standards. Join a forward-thinking company where your leadership will drive success in a dynamic environment, contributing to strategic planning and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• 16+ years of relevant experience in refinery operations and management.
• Strong background in HSE standards and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Guide and manage daily refinery operations ensuring compliance with safety and efficiency.
• Develop operational plans and supervise staff to achieve departmental objectives.

Skills

Manufacturing Management

Process & Facilities Operation

Safety Management System

Operational and Interface Management

SAP and DCS applications

OJT and Development Programs

Project Management

Refinery Product Planning & Development

Inspection, Testing & Reporting

Technical Standards & Regulations

Quality Management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Process Engineering

Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

# Area Manager, Operations

Job Description

Guide, manage, and administer daily refinery operations responsibilities to ensure operational activities are performed in compliance with priorities such as profit, safety, health, reliability, security, and environmental standards. Ensure effective, efficient, and safe daily work, facilitating smooth information flow between various organizations and stakeholders.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Develop annual operational plans aligned with departmental objectives. Supervise personnel and resources to achieve these plans. Contribute to process, policy, and system enhancements to ensure compliance and successful execution.
2. Identify staffing and resource needs, focusing on achieving Saudization targets and high staff retention. Ensure staff acquire necessary skills through training programs.
3. Establish and monitor KPIs related to performance objectives. Promote and ensure adherence to HSE standards through proper training and program implementation.
4. Oversee the implementation of YASREF HSE programs, monitor development, revision, and continuous improvement of HSE processes.
5. Ensure daily operations are effective, efficient, and safe to maximize refinery profit and reliability. Schedule production and allocate work accordingly.
6. Maintain maximum production capacity and coordinate with internal teams for corrective actions to meet targets.
7. Participate in strategic and business planning. Ensure process parameters meet product quality and quantity specifications, maintaining standards to prevent delays and impacts.
8. Ensure process compliance with received product specifications, investigate incidents, and implement corrective actions to enhance reliability.
9. Coordinate marine ship movements to ensure timely product delivery and quality standards.
10. Ensure availability of chemicals needed for operations, evaluate process changes, and validate technical modifications.
11. Maintain effective communication among operational units to prevent miscommunication and ensure smooth processes.
12. Participate in daily operational meetings, address issues, and validate proposed process changes.
13. Manage departmental projects to meet performance targets.
14. Monitor employee health systems to prevent health impacts and ensure compliance with industry standards.
15. Support the OME team to uphold safety standards, coordinate maintenance activities, and ensure safety performance.
16. Participate in refinery review meetings, address issues promptly, and ensure compliance with YNGL standards.
17. Lead weekly operation review meetings, ensuring timely issue resolution without impacting safety or production.
18. Enforce environmental procedures, manage waste reduction, and ensure fire safety readiness.
19. Identify risks early, plan operations proactively, and develop staff potential through appraisal and development.
20. Operate units according to HSSE standards, lead emergency responses, and manage incidents per ERP protocols.
21. Conduct regular team engagement meetings to foster a healthy work environment and maximize employee engagement.
22. Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Skills

• Manufacturing Management
• Process & Facilities Operation
• Safety Management System
• Operational and Interface Management
• SAP and DCS applications
• OJT and Development Programs
• Project Management
• Refinery Product Planning & Development
• Inspection, Testing & Reporting
• Technical Standards & Regulations
• Quality Management

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Process, Chemical, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent.

Experience: At least 16 years of relevant experience.

Additional Details

Location: Yanbu, Saudi Arabia