Job title

TL PE Heavy Oils (CDU/VDU/DCU)

Grade

Stream

Downstream - OQ8

Function

TSD - Process Engineering

Location

Duqm

Budget control

*OPEX and/or CAPEX and/or Revenue amount as relevant*

Reporting to

Manager Process Engineering

Direct reports

Job Purpose

Leads the team for the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of process optimization-based activities in Heavy Oil process at OQ8 Refinery for the Technical function (TSD), under Manager Lead Process Engineering scope’s; through (1) Leading the resolution of complex operational problems in Refinery CDU/VDU/DCU) Heavy Oil Process (2) Coordinate team to ensure that Management process optimization Services meets Management strategy and performance goals, and (3) Leads the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of process optimization-based activities in refinery processes.

The position will act in accordance with the OQ8’s Mission, Vision, Values & Strategies, as well as, policies, guidelines, and international standards, supported by an IT Technology platform, HSE standards, Oman’s government & other legal justification’s, and best international practices in consonance with national objectives.

Main Tasks And Responsibilities

• Assesses (based on reports and modelling techniques) CDU/VDU/DCU) Complex plant performance and lays out the best course of action term for achieving the company goals.
• Resolves issues that have a direct business impact, using advanced problem-solving tools and techniques and balancing multiple considerations (e.g. economic, operating, maintenance, technical).
• Leads complex design work performed by internal/ external engineering resources, which results in process optimization.
• Performs benchmarking by identifying problem areas and observing the "best practice" companies highlight leading-edge practices in terms of quality, time, and cost - and develop implementation plans which include identification of specific opportunities.
• Leads HAZOP studies for any modifications in production and processes facilities.
• Ensures the development of technical procedures in line with modifications and new systems implemented.
• Provides Scope of Work for Requests of Engineering Services raised for process improvement.
• Participates in PFD, P&ID, 3D models review sessions, HAZOP / SIL / HAZID / PHSER / QRA workshops / reviews / closeout sessions, value engineering sessions, FAT / SAT. Provides technical input to operating manual and procedures.
• Provides Process Engineering support for the development and authorization of Key Documents (Philosophies, Policies, Design Basis) for all project works covering Assets, Major and minor, expansions, Projects, Brownfield Projects, and New field projects to ensure consistency and efficacy.
• Coordinate / develop computer programs for process plants monitoring, yield prediction, and apply computer simulation models and other advanced techniques to achieve optimum plant performance.
• To provide technical services and assistance to other sections such as Instrumentation, Maintenance, Inspection, and Material as required.
• Reviews process of design basis, process control narratives, location studies, block diagram, process/utility flow diagram, heat and mass balance, piping and instrumentation diagrams, safe charts, cause and effect charts, reliability and availability studies, equipment datasheets.
• Reviews process of specification/datasheets of equipment/instruments. Equipment layouts, hazardous area classification, safety equipment layout/escape routes. Pre-commissioning, commissioning, start-up, and performance test procedures.
  
  

Key interactions

Internal: Liaise with colleagues and stakeholders for day-to-day work.

External: Acts as liaison between Consultants and Public Media.

Notable Working Conditions. Field Operations and office environment, Moderate to intensive computer screen use.

Education Requirements

Minimum Qualifications for this position is an Engineering degree preferably in Chemical Engineering.

Language Requirements

Excellent knowledge of written, read, and spoken English (required)

Background And Experience

Competencies and skills

• 10+ years of total experience within the Oil & Gas / Refinery / Petrochemical industry, with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in a similar role
• Good knowledge of modern Operation technologies & Planning techniques for the following specific processes:
• Crude Distillation (CDU)
• Vacuum Distillation (VDC)
• Kerosene Treatment (KTU)
• LPG Treater (LTU)
• Sound judgment in technical matters with good skills in the engineering field.
• Good knowledge of HSE / SCE equipment & plans.
• Knowledge in estimating, budgeting, and cost control.
• Demonstrated leadership impact to deliver improved and sustained performance.
• Proven experience with Personal Safety Management.
• Refinery commissioning and start-up.
• Proven Emergency Response experience.
• Experience is Process Simulation tools like HYSYS, PetroSIM
• Supervisory skills.
• Strong Communication skill verbal and written
• Personal and Team Accountability
• Accurate Reporting skills
• Effective planning and organizing skills
• Proficient at interpreting Technical Drawings
• Problem Solving Skills
• Result orientation
• Planning and Organizing
• Decisiveness
• Exercising influence
• Demonstrated ability to cooperate with and influence peers
• Proficient at interpreting Technical Drawings
• SOP interpretation
• Knowledge of engineering best practices
• Refinery commissioning and start-up.