Head, Workshop & General Services- OQ8
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Job Purpose
Manages and leads the workshop and general services support processes to Operations Departments for the overall safe, smooth and reliable 24 hours/day operation to support the Plants production targets. Directs overall plant maintenance, reliability, and asset integrity. They oversee maintenance technicians, manage contractor relationships, develop preventive and predictive maintenance strategies, and control the maintenance budget. To minimize equipment downtime and ensure the refinery operates safely and efficiently.The position will act in accordance with the OQ8’s Mission, Vision, Values & Strategies, as well as, policies, guidelines and standards, supported by an IT Technology platform, HSE standards, Oman’s government & other legal justifications, and best international practices in consonance with national objectives.
Tasks and Responsibilities:
Maintenance & Asset Reliability
- Develop and execute comprehensive preventive and Corrective maintenance strategies (PM/CM) to maximize the operational lifespan and reliability of rotating and static refinery assets.
- Plan and direct major refinery shutdowns, turnarounds, and plant outages in close coordination with operations.
- Champion the use of the site’s Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to track work orders, analyze equipment downtime, and allocate labor.
Workshop Operations
- Oversee the daily workflow, logistics, and capabilities of the central maintenance workshop, which are typically include but not limited to specialized teams for machining, fabrication, welding, and valve repair.
- Ensure all workshop machinery, calibration tools, and heavy equipment are fully functional and safe to use.
- Optimize workshop turnaround times for repairing pulled equipment bundles, pumps, and compressors before returning them to operational service.
General Services
- General service core business for workshop teams are Civil works, Scaffolding & Insulation, Painting, Lifting & rigging
Safety, Compliance & Environmental Control
- Foster a robust safety culture, ensuring all maintenance and workshop tasks strictly adhere to Permit-to-Work systems, LOTO (Lockout/Tagout), confined space, and hot work protocols.
- Ensure compliance with ISO standards and local environmental regulations, reporting to regulatory bodies when necessary.
Budgeting & Vendor Management
- Develop and control both operational expenditures (OPEX) and capital expenditures (CAPEX) related to facility upgrades, maintenance, and equipment replacement.
- Negotiate contracts with external contractors, equipment manufacturers, and specialized technical service providers
Key interactions
Internal: COO Office, Operations, Maintenance, Technical Services, HSSE Functional Management, Logistics & Procurement External: Contractors, Vendors and SuppliersNotable Working Conditions
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