Power Plant Manager

KBR Inc.; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Power Plant Manager to lead maintenance operations and ensure optimal performance of plant assets. In this role, you will oversee mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation teams while promoting a robust health and safety culture. Your extensive experience in power plant maintenance, particularly with gas turbines and electrical systems, will be crucial in maintaining high availability and reliability. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment, ensuring client satisfaction and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• 15-20 years of maintenance experience in power plants.
• Proven leadership in managing large workforces.

Responsibilities

• Direct maintenance activities for high plant asset reliability.
• Promote a strong health, safety, and environmental culture.

Skills

Maintenance Management

Client Relationship Management

Health, Safety, and Environmental Management

Leadership

Gas Turbines Expertise

Electrical Systems Knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SAP

Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)

Job description

Title:

Power Plant Manager

Position : Power Plant Manager

Duties

• Direct all preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance activities to ensure high availability and reliability of plant assets. Oversee mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation teams to support safe and efficient operations.
• Ensure effective use of the Computerized Maintenance Management System (SAP) for planning, scheduling, tracking, and reporting of all maintenance activities
• Lead the assets registrations activities to ensure proper assets system registry
• Promote a strong health, safety, and environmental (HSE) culture by enforcing compliance with regulations, conducting regular audits, and leading by example in safe work practices.
• Act as the first point of contact in front of the power plant operations and client communications

Qualification

• 15 to 20 years of extensive maintenance experience in power plants maintenance.
• A bachelor's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering.
• Proven expertise in leading and managing large workforces.
• Experience in gas turbines, generators, and electrical systems.
• Strong ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with clients, ensuring alignment with their expectations and objectives.
• Experience in maintenance CMMS (computerized maintenance management system) , preferably SAP
• Comprehensive experience in health, safety, and environmental (HSE) management, promoting a strong safety culture and compliance with industry standards.
• Familiarity with maintenance and business KBIs to drive performance and achieve contractual deliverables effectively.
• Extensive knowledge of contractual frameworks, terms, and conditions to ensure seamless contract execution and client satisfaction.

Additional Requirements

• Experience in Siemens turbines
• SAP Certification or formal training in CMMS tools
• Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional (CMRP)
• Training or certification in turbines maintenance
• Nationality: Saudi, Middle Eastern, European, or Asian
• Capable of leading a workforce of 50 to 80 personnel