Operation Manager

ACWA Power; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

ACWA Power is seeking a Senior Power Plant Engineer with 13–16 years in power, desalination or RO plants to lead operations in a demanding environment. You will manage staff, oversee shutdowns and startups, and drive efficiency while ensuring compliance with IMS and safety standards.

Responsibilities include designing criteria, budgeting, reporting, and implementing corrective actions. This role requires strong leadership, regulatory awareness and the ability to operate in the Middle East region.

Qualifications

• Educational requirement: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering is a must.
• Postgraduate qualification in Engineering is preferred, especially in Power Plant Engineering.
• Minimum 13–16 years of experience in Power Desalination and/or RO Plants.
• Experience in similar plants in the Middle East is preferred.
• Awareness of Quality, OHS and Environmental Management System principles.
• Strong leadership, communication, decision-making and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise operations staff and plant activities including shutdowns and startups with safety emphasis.
• Contribute to decisions on new design criteria, specs and operating methods for the plant.
• Prepare the plant operating budget and implement cost-control measures.
• Conduct regular meetings to review progress, issues, priorities and actions.
• Ensure operations align with production schedules and standards.
• Recommend changes to methods, schedules, and procedures with Plant Manager approval.
• Maintain reporting systems with data to keep operations within limits and parameters.
• Allocate and develop human resources to maximize efficiency.
• Provide periodic management reports on operations and schedules.
• Ensure IMS objectives and environmental and safety assessments are conducted and updated.
• Report IMS performance and ensure compliance with legal requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Decision-making

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

Problem-solving

HSE awareness

Root-cause analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Postgraduate qualification in Engineering

Tools

SAP

Job description

Roles amp Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise Operations staff and plant operating activities including planned shutdowns and start-ups in accordance with established work plans and schedules while ensuring the safety of personnel and the environment
• Participate in and contribute to decisions regarding new design criteria technical specifications and operating methods related to the plant
• Prepare the plant operating budget and maintain effective cost-control measures
• Conduct regular meetings to review work progress schedules operational issues priorities and required actions
• Ensure operational activities are performed efficiently and in accordance with production schedules and established standards
• Initiate required changes to operating methods schedules and procedures to meet plant operational requirements subject to Plant Manager approval
• Maintain an effective reporting system that provides sufficient data to ensure operations remain within specified limits schedules and technical parameters
• Ensure effective allocation and development of human resources to maximize operational efficiency
• Provide periodic reports to management and communicate technical issues changes or modifications affecting plant operations and schedules
• Ensure Environmental Aspect-Impact Assessments and Hazard Risk Assessments are conducted controlled and regularly updated
• Identify establish and monitor Integrated Management System IMS objectives targets and programs
• Provide the necessary resources for effective implementation and sustainability of the IMS
• Report IMS performance to management periodically
• Ensure compliance with applicable legal requirements within the scope of Operations activities
• Ensure root causes of identified non-conformances and deviations are investigated and appropriate corrective and preventive actions are implemented
• Identify competency gaps among subordinate personnel and implement appropriate training and development actions
• Conduct annual performance evaluations for reporting employees and ensure proper waste management practices are followed
• Ensure appropriate PPE and other required safety equipment are provided to personnel working within the plant
• Monitor and control contractor and subcontractor activities within the plant in accordance with IMS requirements
• Ensure achievement of IMS objectives and targets
• Ensure the Permit to Work PTW procedure is effectively implemented
• Ensure identified on-the-job training requirements are systematically delivered
• Coordinate and participate in emergency mock drills
• Perform other duties as assigned

Job Specifications

• Educational Desired Bachelor s Degree in Engineering is a must Preferred Postgraduate qualification in Engineering preferably with specialization in Power Plant Engineering Minimum Experience Type and Duration Minimum 13 16 years of experience in Power Desalination and or RO Plants Preferable Experience in similar plants within the Middle East Required Skills Awareness of Quality Occupational Health amp Safety and Environmental Management System principles Knowledge of applicable legal and regulatory requirements Hazard Risk Assessment Aspect Impact Assessment Strong investigation and root-cause analysis skills Knowledge of spillage containment Knowledge of managing HSE emergencies Knowledge of waste identification classification and disposal Strong knowledge of Power Desalination and or RO Plant operational activities Strong leadership and communication skills Strong decision-making and analytical skills Teamwork and problem-solving skills Desired Certification Job Specific Skill Training SAP working knowledge is preferred ISO 9001 ISO 14001 and OHSAS 18001 awareness working knowledge is preferred Work Condition Ability to work in an operational plant environment including exposure to moving mechanical equipment and outdoor weather conditions May occasionally be exposed to elevated work areas fumes airborne particles chemicals and electrical hazards The work environment may include moderate to very high noise levels Ready to work in a remote location

Educational Desired Bachelor s Degree in Engineering is a must. Preferred Postgraduate qualification in Engineering, preferably with specialization in Power Plant Engineering.Minimum 13 16 years of experience in Power, Desalination, and/or RO Plants. Preferable Experience in similar plants within the Middle East.Required Skills Awareness of Quality, Occupational Health & Safety, and Environmental Management System principles. Knowledge of applicable legal and regulatory requirements. Hazard Risk Assessment. Aspect Impact Assessment. Strong investigation and root-cause analysis skills. Knowledge of spillage containment. Knowledge of managing HSE emergencies. Knowledge of waste identification, classification, and disposal. Strong knowledge of Power, Desalination, and/or RO Plant operational activities. Strong leadership and communication skills. Strong decision-making and analytical skills. Teamwork and problem-solving skills.Desired Certification / Job Specific Skill / Training SAP working knowledge is preferred. ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and OHSAS 18001 awareness/working knowledge is preferred.