Technical Service Director

Foreground.; Al Khobar; On-site; SAR 350,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading offshore oil & gas firm is seeking a Technical Services Director to lead engineering, maintenance, and marine compliance functions across its fleet in Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of experience in the oil & gas industry and proven expertise in offshore design engineering. This role is critical for driving safety, operational excellence, and asset longevity while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• 15+ years experience in the oil & gas industry, with at least 5 years in a senior management role.
• Proven expertise in offshore design engineering, maintenance, and project management.
• Ability to travel to offshore rigs by boat or helicopter.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of engineering and maintenance strategies.
• Oversee standardized engineering practices for asset modifications.
• Implement and maintain a CMMS for consistent maintenance standards.
• Monitor department goals and performance metrics.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Problem Solving

Financial Management

Engineering Expertise

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Marine Science, or related field

Tools

MS Excel

MS Project

Maintenance Management Systems

Job description

Our client, a major player in the offshore oil & gas sector, is seeking a Technical Services Director to lead engineering, maintenance, and marine compliance functions across its fleet. This role is pivotal in driving operational excellence, safety, and asset longevity, ensuring all technical activities align with industry best practices and regulatory standards.

The successful candidate will be an accomplished leader with deep technical expertise, proven experience in managing large-scale offshore projects, and the ability to develop robust systems and processes that deliver measurable performance improvements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of engineering, maintenance, and marine compliance strategies.
• Oversee standardized engineering practices for asset modifications and upgrades.
• Establish and monitor department goals, priorities, and performance metrics.
• Develop and manage departmental budgets, resources, and tools.
• Implement and maintain a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to ensure consistent fleet-wide maintenance standards.
• Oversee 5-year rig inspection and maintenance plans.
• Provide strategic guidance to operations and supply chain teams on maintenance and equipment procurement budgets.
• Ensure full compliance with regulatory and marine requirements.
• Contribute to project planning with lessons learned and performance improvement recommendations.
• Lead and participate in incident investigations, ensuring corrective actions are implemented.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies for implementation across the fleet.
  
  
  

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelors degree in Engineering, Marine Science, or a related field.
• 15+ years experience in the oil & gas industry, with at least 5 years in a senior management role.
• Proven expertise in offshore design engineering, maintenance, and project management.
• Strong leadership, mentoring, and team development skills.
• Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and financial management abilities.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, MS Project, and maintenance management systems.
• Physically capable of traveling to offshore rigs by boat or helicopter.