About the Role
The Engineer, Projects Supply Operations is responsible for the design and development of new Supply Operations Division projects, ensuring they are cost-effective and compliant with standards for product quality integrity, asset compliance, and functional requirements. This role manages the entire project lifecycle from conception through to commissioning, including coordination with Operations teams, Engineering, and external stakeholders. The Engineer also prepares and controls project budgets, aligning the execution with corporate strategies, and ensuring adherence to regulatory guidelines.
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Key Accountabilities
Job Specific Accountabilities
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Planning, Budgeting & Compliance
- Ensure projects are designed and executed in line with the company and regulatory authorities' guidelines.
- Prepare and control capital budgets for capital items and facilities to be replaced, considering the condition of facilities and depreciated value based on recommendations from the maintenance team.
- Prepare scope of requirements for new projects and review scope of work submitted by consultants and the Engineering and Projects Division.
- Prepare and control capital budgets for all new projects.
- Review design, technical specifications, and costs submitted by contractors/consultants, managing the capital projects of the Division.
- Ensure supply chain-specific requirement compliance such as product integrity preservation, HSE compliance, process safety assurance, and ease of operability.
- Advise supply Operations managers on all contractual matters, such as changes of scope, additional work, and contractor claims during project implementation.
- Prepare specifications/scope of work for new projects and technically evaluate tender submissions and potential equipment enhancements.
- Ensure equipment design and control procedures meet the company Distribution standards and requirements.
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Progress Monitoring & Reporting
- Hold weekly site meetings with external consultants, contractors, and suppliers to review progress and technical issues.
- Ensure timely and comprehensive inspection of all new terminals, facilities, and equipment for quality and integrity as per contractual agreements.
- Submit statistics to management on performance targets versus actual performance of capital projects.
- Provide weekly progress reports and monthly status reports for engineering and project division management.
- Establish Investment Case Studies for higher management related to new projects with forecast cost studies.
- Address and resolve any issues that arise during the project lifecycle to ensure successful project completion.
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Tender & Procurement
- Work closely with the Procurement and Contracts Division during the tender stage of each job.
- Support the bidders’ pre-qualification process, arrange pre-bid site visit meetings with bidders, and deal with clarifications and technical evaluations in liaison with the Engineering Department and consultants.
- Collaborate with the procurement department for raising purchase and contract requisitions for machinery approved in the Capital Budget.
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Client Satisfaction & Handover
- Ensure internal client satisfaction with deliverables and advise management on compilation dates.
- Manage the handover process to the Operations department.
- Develop and implement commissioning procedures in coordination with the Operations team, consultants, and contractors/suppliers.
- Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure seamless project execution and client satisfaction.
Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge & Skills
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Minimum Qualification
- Science or Engineering degree in Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical, or any other relevant qualification.
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Minimum Experience & Knowledge & Skills
- 6-8 years of experience in supply operations, maintenance, and projects.
