Job Description
Roles & Responsibilities
Job title Sr. Engineer Turnaround Stream OQ8 Function Maintenance Department Turnaround Section Location Oman Duqm Budget control *OPEX and/or CAPEX and/or Revenue amount as relevant* Reporting to Head, Turnaround Direct reports
Job purpose:
Provides strong professional technical & engineering expertise pertaining to Turnaround schedule / shutdown maintenance works, across OQ8, under TL Turnaround Execution scope s, acting as Technical Service provider of execution of turnaround under technical standards set by TSD to maintain the assets; through (1) Executing maintenance turnaround activities including shutdown works, equipment cleaning, inspection, repair, and replacement works, and Testing / commissioning, (2) Prepare the required report for the monitoring, control of the execution phase, and (3) Guide young engineers in Turnaround execution matters; in order to ensure maximum availability of plant at all times, optimizing the cost, time & resource utilization, minimizing the down time and meeting the operational targets that support the gross margin / profitability with a sufficient organizational capability for business continuity while identifying & developing talent people to as feeder for OQ8 talent pipeline.
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. Scope (Engineer Turnaround Execution)
Turnaround Planning
Drive end to end planning of turnaround involving material and contract planning, stake holder management and coordination, resource management and optimization.
Turnaround Execution
Shutdowns or outages activities such as inspection, repair, replacement, and maintenance of equipment and facilities.
Inspection and Testing
Comprehensive inspection and testing of equipment, vessels, piping, and systems to identify any signs of damage, corrosion, leaks, or wear that need to be addressed
Maintenance and Repair
Repair or replacement of damaged or malfunctioning equipment, including pumps, compressors, turbines, heat exchangers, reactors, distillation columns, and other process units. This may involve activities such as welding, mechanical repairs, or reconditioning.
Cleaning and Decontamination
Cleaning of process equipment and systems to remove contaminants, deposits, and hazardous substances. This ensures optimal performance and minimizes the risk of operational issues.
Catalyst Replacement
Refineries often use catalysts in various processes. Turnarounds provide an opportunity to replace spent or deactivated catalysts with fresh ones to maintain efficiency and product quality.
Facility Upgrades
Implementation of modifications or upgrades to improve safety, reliability, efficiency, or compliance with environmental regulations.
Installing new equipment, upgrading control systems, or integrating new technologies.
Piping and Insulation
Inspection and repair of piping networks, valves, and fittings, as well as the replacement or repair of insulation to prevent heat loss or maintain proper temperature control.
Safety Measures
Implementation of strict safety protocols, including the training of personnel, adherence to permit-to-work systems, and the implementation of safety barriers to mitigate risks during the turnaround.
Environmental Compliance
Compliance with environmental regulations, such as the proper handling and disposal of hazardous materials, emissions monitoring, and implementation of pollution control measures.
Accountabilities:
Developing a turnaround plan for the execution
Works with the Turnaround Planning team to develop a comprehensive and integrated plan for the turnaround.
Identifying the scope of work, estimating the resources required, and developing a timeline for the execution of the work.
Procuring resources
Execute works with the procurement team to ensure that all the necessary resources, including materials, equipment, and personnel, are available for the turnaround.
Develop and review Scope of Works, prepare & evaluate tender bid and prepare recommendations reports.
Managing the execution of work
Lead the execution of works, ensuring is conducted safely, efficiently, and in compliance with regulations.
Ensuring equipment manufacturers standards, procedures and safety regulations are followed by staff and contractors.
Develops work breakdown structures and recommends appropriate modifications and revisions for new work items assigned.
Establishes best maintenance practices & systems to optimize resources and enhance turnaround / shutdown scheduled maintenance.
Proactively resolves issues during all phases of the schedule turnaround (including scope development & start up to completion of turnaround activities).
Archives baseline and final schedules ensuring best practice for improvement is applied to turnaround schedule activities.
Conduct TA close out review and finalize close out report and conduct lessons learned workshop.
Coordinating with stakeholders
Works with a range of stakeholders, including maintenance teams, contractors, and operations personnel, to ensure that the turnaround is executed smoothly.
Monitoring progress
Monitoring the progress of the turnaround and providing regular updates to management.
Conduct meeting, prepare summary reports and provide daily update on the execution of the scheduled turnaround /shutdown maintenance.
Managing safety
Ensuring that all work is conducted in compliance with safety regulations and procedures.
Key interactions
Internal: All Maintenance Managers & Engineers, Planners, Operations, Engineering, Technology, Procurement, Logistic & HSE
External: Contractors, Vendors & Suppliers Notable Working Conditions. Field Operations and office environment, Moderate to intensive computer screen use.