Shift in Charge

Acwa; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

ACWA Power is seeking a Shift Engineer for a CCGT power plant in Rumah, Riyadh province, Saudi Arabia. You will supervise shift operations, manage GT, ST, HRSG and BOP systems to ensure safe, reliable generation and HSSE compliance.

You will lead a team of operators, coordinate with maintenance, and monitor performance through the DCS while driving continuous improvements in availability and fuel efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, power or related engineering.
• Minimum 8 years in power generation plant operations.
• At least 2 years in supervisory/shift leadership role.
• Hands-on experience with GT, ST, HRSG and associated systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise daily CCGT plant operations.
• Monitor generation output, heat rate, efficiency via DCS.
• Coordinate start-up, shutdown, synchronization and load changes.
• Manage shift personnel and ensure compliance with standards.
• Coordinate with Maintenance on PTW, LOTO and safe return-to-service.
• Ensure HSSE compliance and incident reporting.
• Maintain shift logs, equipment status reports, and SAP notifications.
• Identify opportunities to improve plant availability, reliability, and fuel efficiency.

Skills

CCGT operations

DCS operation

Start-up & shutdown

Load management

Electrical systems

Protection systems

PTW & LOTO

SAP

Leadership

Communication

Emergency response

OEM training

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Power or related Engineering

Tools

DCS

SCADA

SAP

Job description

Shift Engineer (CCGT Power Plant)

Project: Combined Cycle Gas Turbine (CCGT)

Location: Rumah, Riyadh province, Saudi Arabia

Job Purpose

To supervise and manage shift operations at a (CCGT) power plant, ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient operation of Gas Turbines (GT), Steam Turbines (ST), Heat Recovery Steam Generators (HRSG), and associated Balance of Plant (BOP) systems while achieving generation targets, operational efficiency, and HSSE standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Shift Operations Management: Lead and supervise daily CCGT plant operations, ensuring safe and efficient operation of GT, ST, HRSG, and auxiliary systems.
• Plant Performance Monitoring: Monitor generation output, heat rate, efficiency, and operating parameters through the Distributed Control System (DCS), taking corrective actions when abnormalities occur.
• Start-up & Shutdown Operations: Coordinate plant start-up, shutdown, synchronization, load changes, and emergency operations in accordance with approved operating procedures.
• Team Supervision: Manage shift personnel, including CCR Operators, Field Operators, and other operations staff, ensuring effective coordination and compliance with operational standards.
• Maintenance Coordination: Coordinate with Maintenance teams on equipment isolation, Permit to Work (PTW), Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), troubleshooting, and safe return-to-service activities.
• HSSE Compliance: Ensure compliance with plant safety standards, emergency response procedures, environmental regulations, and incident reporting requirements.
• Operational Reporting & SAP: Maintain accurate shift logs, equipment status reports, operational records, and SAP maintenance notifications.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve plant availability, reliability, fuel efficiency, and operational performance while minimizing unplanned outages.

Educational Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Power, or relevant Engineering discipline.

Minimum Experience

• Minimum 8 years of experience in power generation plant operations, preferably in CCGT facilities.
• At least 2 years of experience in a supervisory or shift leadership role.
• Hands-on experience operating Gas Turbines, Steam Turbines, HRSG, and associated auxiliary systems.

Required Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of CCGT plant operating principles and power generation processes.
• Experience with DCS, plant monitoring, and operational troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of GT/ST start-up, shutdown, synchronization, and load management.
• Understanding of electrical systems, protection systems, and grid coordination.
• Knowledge of PTW, LOTO, and emergency response procedures.
• SAP working knowledge is preferred.
• Strong leadership, decision-making, and communication skills.
• Desired Certifications / Training
• CCGT Plant Operations Training.
• Gas Turbine and Steam Turbine Operations Training.
• PTW and LOTO Certification.
• HSE and Emergency Response Training.
• OEM-specific training (GE, Siemens Energy, Mitsubishi Power, or equivalent) is an advantage.

Work Conditions

• Based at a CCGT power generation plant in Saudi Arabia.
• Required to work rotational shifts.
• Must be available to respond to plant emergencies and operational disturbances.