Senior Operation Engineer

TALENTA CONSULTANTS PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable consulting firm is seeking an experienced Operations Manager in Singapore to oversee safety, environmental, and production goals. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in chemical or refinery operations and hold a degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering. Responsibilities include monitoring plant operations, supporting budget management, and collaborating with maintenance and engineering teams. Strong analytical skills and proven supervisory experience are essential for this role, as well as effective communication for cross-functional collaboration.

Benefits

Transport provided to MRT stations

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in chemical or refinery operations.
• 2nd grade Steam Boiler Engineer Certification is an advantage.
• In-depth knowledge of chemical processes and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Monitor plant operations to meet safety and production goals.
• Review and update operational processes.
• Support monthly budget preparation and monitoring.

Skills

Senior supervisory experience

Strong analytical skills

Team collaboration

Troubleshooting

Education

Degree in Chemical / Process Control / Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Safety systems

Instrumentation

Process control equipment

Job description

Job Description:

• Monitor and supervise the plant's operations team to ensure all safety, environmental, and production goals are met.
• Ensure critical plant parameters are within the target and provide guidance and advice for corrective action in the event of any plant upsets or hiccups which include conducting investigation/troubleshooting.
• Monitor the performance of the production processes:
• Develop and/or manage the OEE (Overall Equipment Efficiency) framework.
• Knowledgeable on how to achieve operating targets and strategies (KPI), and lead the operating team to achieve those results.
• Take care and support the plant production planning and communicate effectively with shift team leaders to ensure the target is achieved.
• Collaborate with the maintenance team to minimize equipment downtime through effective handover planning, including for plant shutdowns and turnarounds.
• Review and update operational work process updates and reviews i.e risk assessment (RA), standard operating procedure (SOP).
• Assist in preparation and monitor monthly budgets for reagents, consumables and all other controllable operating expenses.
• Support report writing/dashboard development to management on plant performance and compliance.
• Provide support to technical compliance, QHES and HR team related with operational training development and tracking within the operation team.
• Support the engineering department on plant improvement initiatives and capital project base.
• Take the lead in operational improvement/modification initiatives. This includes management of change (MOC) implementation, design review, commissioning new facilities and lead Pre‑Start Up Safety Review (PSSR).
• Support as the Deputy Operations Manager while the Operations Manager is not on duty.
• Serve as a liaison for the operations team, collaborating with maintenance, engineering, and other departments to ensure smooth cross‑functional processes.
• Support any other activities and initiatives as delegated by the Operations Manager
• Safety is a core value at Veolia, and a precondition for employment. You are expected to uphold the Veolia Always Safe rules and set an example to all colleagues in your daily work routine.
• Ethics and compliance are two areas where our rules and our standards are strictly non‑negotiable. You are expected to stick to ethics and compliance rules and standards which ultimately mean doing your job properly and conducting our business like true professionals, whatever our missions and our place in the Group.

Job Requirements:

• Degree in Chemical / Process Control / Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in chemical, refinery, power plant, waste to energy, or environmental process operations.
• Incumbents with 2nd grade Steam Boiler Engineer Certification has an added advantage
• Possess a good working knowledge of the chemical and thermal process units and an understanding of combustion systems / furnaces / COGEN, evaporation, distillation, instrumentation, process control, air pollution control systems, safety systems, pumps, screw compressors, exchangers, and more.
• Proven experience in a senior or supervisory role, with a track record of leading a team and managing complex operational tasks.
• In‑depth knowledge of chemical processes, plant operations, and safety protocols.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills to effectively diagnose and resolve operational upsets.
• Able to work independently and in a team to achieve the departmental goal of lean production.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective collaboration with all plant departments and senior management.

Other Details

Location: Tuas South Vicinity with transport provided (to & fro) at Boon Lay MRT and Choa Chu Kang MRT.