Operation Manager

Acwa; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 320,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Acwa is seeking an Operations Manager to lead and manage the plant operating functions for a CCGT power plant in Saudi Arabia. You will ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation, drive continuous improvement, and manage budgets and workforce development according to procedures, schedules, and contractual requirements.

The role covers operational planning, staff supervision, plant performance, and compliance with HSE, IMS, and environmental standards, while coordinating with management on

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering is required.
• 13–16 years of relevant experience in power generation, desalination, or RO plants.
• CCGT or similar power generation plant experience in the Middle East is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise plant operations, including startup, shutdown, outages, and emergency operations with emphasis on safety and environment.
• Ensure production schedules and performance standards are met; monitor parameters and report on operations.
• Participate in technical decisions on design criteria, specs, methods, and improvements; propose procedural changes.
• Manage resources, workforce allocation, competency development, performance evaluation, training, and on-the-job development.
• Prepare and monitor the plant operating budget and cost controls; run regular operational meetings.
• Ensure IMS, HSE, environmental, legal, PTW, waste management, PPE, and risk assessments are implemented.
• Lead investigations of incidents, non-conformances, deviations, and operational issues; apply root-cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Monitor contractors and subcontractors; support emergency drills and report IMS/operational performance to management.

Skills

CCGT knowledge

Leadership

HSE & IMS

Budgeting & planning

Incident investigation

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Power Plant Engineering specialization preferred

Job description

Job Summary

Lead and manage the plant operating functions to ensure the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of the CCGT power plant in accordance with established procedures, contractual requirements, production schedules, quality, cost, and performance objectives. The role is responsible for operational planning, workforce management, plant performance, HSE and IMS compliance, emergency preparedness, and continuous improvement of operating activities.

• Lead and supervise plant operations, including normal operation, plant start-up, shutdown, planned outages, and emergency operating activities, ensuring the safety of personnel, equipment, and the environment.
• Ensure efficient plant operation and achievement of production schedules and established operational and performance standards, while monitoring operating parameters and maintaining effective operational reporting.
• Participate in technical decisions related to plant design criteria, specifications, operating methods, modifications, and improvements, and recommend changes to procedures and schedules where required.
• Manage operating resources, workforce allocation, competency development, performance evaluation, training, and on-the-job development to maximize operational effectiveness.
• Prepare and monitor the plant operating budget and cost control activities, and conduct regular operational meetings to review progress, priorities, issues, schedules, and required actions.
• Ensure effective implementation of IMS, HSE, environmental, legal, PTW, waste management, PPE, hazard risk assessment, and environmental aspect-impact requirements within the area of responsibility.
• Lead investigation of incidents, non-conformances, deviations, and operational issues, ensuring root cause analysis and implementation of appropriate corrective and preventive actions.
• Monitor contractors and subcontractors, support emergency preparedness and mock drills, report IMS and operational performance to management, and drive achievement of plant objectives and continuous improvement.

Job Title

Operations Manager

Location

Rumah, Saudi Arabia

Project

CCGT Power Plant, Nairiyah

Job Summary

Lead and manage the plant operating functions to ensure the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of the CCGT power plant in accordance with established procedures, contractual requirements, production schedules, quality, cost, and performance objectives. The role is responsible for operational planning, workforce management, plant performance, HSE and IMS compliance, emergency preparedness, and continuous improvement of operating activities.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise plant operations, including normal operation, plant start-up, shutdown, planned outages, and emergency operating activities, ensuring the safety of personnel, equipment, and the environment.
• Ensure efficient plant operation and achievement of production schedules and established operational and performance standards, while monitoring operating parameters and maintaining effective operational reporting.
• Participate in technical decisions related to plant design criteria, specifications, operating methods, modifications, and improvements, and recommend changes to procedures and schedules where required.
• Manage operating resources, workforce allocation, competency development, performance evaluation, training, and on-the-job development to maximize operational effectiveness.
• Prepare and monitor the plant operating budget and cost control activities, and conduct regular operational meetings to review progress, priorities, issues, schedules, and required actions.
• Ensure effective implementation of IMS, HSE, environmental, legal, PTW, waste management, PPE, hazard risk assessment, and environmental aspect-impact requirements within the area of responsibility.
• Lead investigation of incidents, non-conformances, deviations, and operational issues, ensuring root cause analysis and implementation of appropriate corrective and preventive actions.
• Monitor contractors and subcontractors, support emergency preparedness and mock drills, report IMS and operational performance to management, and drive achievement of plant objectives and continuous improvement.

Job Specifications

Minimum Education

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering is required.
• Postgraduate qualifications in Engineering with a specialization in Power Plant Engineering is preferred.

Minimum Experience

• Minimum 13–16 years of relevant experience in power generation, desalination, or RO plants.
• Experience in CCGT or similar power generation plants is highly preferred.
• Experience working in similar plants in the Middle East is preferred.

Required Skills

• Strong knowledge of CCGT and power plant operations.
• Good knowledge of HSE, Quality, and Environmental Management System principles and applicable legal requirements.
• Strong knowledge of hazard risk assessment, environmental impact assessment, waste management, spill containment, and HSE emergency management.
• Strong investigation, root cause analysis, analytical, and decision-making skills.
• Strong leadership, communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.

Work Conditions

Site-based role, at a remote power plant location.