Chief Executive Officer (CEO093)

Foreground LLC; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading drilling and engineering company in Riyadh seeks an experienced Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to define strategy and oversee operations. The ideal candidate will have over 20 years in oilfield services with proven success in C-suite roles and a track record in driving transformation. This role is pivotal for aligning with Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 while ensuring operational excellence and innovation.

Qualifications

• 20+ years in oilfield services, drilling, or energy engineering.
• 10+ years in C-suite roles.
• Board-level leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement corporate strategy for growth.
• Lead multi-billion-riyal drilling operations.
• Drive expansion through M&A and partnerships.

Skills

Oilfield services expertise

Leadership in multi-country operations

Capital project management

Joint ventures and partnerships

Digital transformation

Safety culture implementation

Education

Advanced degree in Engineering, Petroleum, or Business

MBA preferred

Job description

Foreground is partnering with a leading drilling and engineering company headquartered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, to appoint a Chief Executive Officer (CEO). This role is central to the organizations long-term strategy and growth within the Kingdoms dynamic energy landscape.

About the Role

The CEO will be the driving force behind the companys overall vision, responsible for delivering shareholder value while ensuring world-class operational performance. The role demands strong alignment with Saudi Arabias Vision 2030 and the broader global energy transition, balancing operational excellence with innovation and sustainability.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and implement a clear corporate strategy that drives long-term growth, profitability, and market leadership.
• Lead and oversee multi-billion-riyal drilling operations across land rigs and offshore assets.
• Represent the organization at board level, with government stakeholders, NOCs, and international partners.
• Drive expansion through M&A, joint ventures, and strategic partnerships with global operators.
• Ensure strong governance, financial discipline, and adherence to ESG and sustainability frameworks.
• Champion digitalization, automation, and safety culture transformation.
• Build a high-performing executive team, embedding accountability and leadership depth across the business.

Qualifications & Experience

• 20+ years in oilfield services, drilling, or energy engineering; 10+ years in C-suite roles.
• Proven success leading complex multi-country drilling operations and large-scale P&Ls.
• Board-level leadership experience with national and international operators.
• Strong track record in capital projects, joint ventures, and growth through partnerships.
• Experience driving transformation across digital drilling, ESG, and organizational culture.
• Advanced degree in Engineering, Petroleum, or Business; MBA strongly preferred.