Emploi Oman : Chief Operating Officer chez OQ

Présentation du poste

Titre du poste : OQ8, Chief Operating Officer
Entreprise : OQ
Localisation : Duqm, Al Wusta
Date de publication : 17 juillet 2025

Le poste de Chief Operating Officer (COO) chez OQ est stratégique, visant à garantir l’opérationnalité et la sécurité des installations de raffinage et de pétrochimie à Duqm. Sous la supervision générale du CEO et du conseil d’administration, le COO dirigera les opérations sur site et hors site d’OQ8, incarnant la vision et les valeurs de l’entreprise.

Objectifs et responsabilités principales

Gestion opérationnelle
Le COO sera responsable de l’intégrité totale des actifs et de la sécurité des processus. Cela implique la supervision du Plan Directeur des Actifs sur une période de dix ans, en alignant les exigences réglementaires et les besoins d’affaires. Les responsabilités clés comprennent :

• Intégrité totale des actifs : Assurer que toutes les installations répondent aux normes de qualité et de sécurité.
• Sécurité des processus : Être le gardien de la licence d’exploitation et garantir que toutes les opérations respectent les protocoles de sécurité.
• Optimisation des coûts : Diriger la gestion des coûts opérationnels, en visant une compétitivité maximum, tout en surveillant les dépenses liées à l’énergie et à la maintenance.

Direction stratégique
En tant que partie intégrante de la direction, le COO exercera des fonctions engagées dans la formulation de stratégies d’affaires. Ses enjeux stratégiques incluent :

• Approver les budgets opérationnels de l’entreprise.
• Identifier et initier des partenariats opérationnels.
• Gérer les risques et assurer que les pratiques et politiques soient respectées.

Profil recherché

Le candidat idéal pour ce poste doit avoir une solide formation en ingénierie, préférablement en ingénierie chimique, ainsi qu’au moins 20 ans d’expérience dans le secteur, dont au moins 15 ans sur des projets de raffinerie d’envergure. Les qualifications incluent :

• Expérience avérée dans la gestion de projets de raffinerie dans des environnements variés.
• Capacité à diriger des équipes de projet dans des contextes complexes et multinationaux.
• Compétences en développement stratégique et en gestion d’affaires dans l’industrie pétrochimique.

Compétences clés
Les compétences essentielles comprennent :

• Excellente capacité d’analyse économique et commerciale.
• Maîtrise de l’anglais à un niveau professionnel, permettant la communication dans des environnements culturellement diversifiés.
• Compétences en leadership pour inspirer et galvaniser les équipes autour d’objectifs communs.

Conclusion

Le poste de COO chez OQ nécessite un professionnel aguerri, capable de concilier objectifs opérationnels rigoureux et exigences stratégiques. OQ recherche non seulement un leader, mais aussi un visionnaire pour conduire l’innovation dans le secteur du raffinage et de la pétrochimie à Duqm. Les candidats intéressés peuvent postuler en suivant le lien fourni dans l’annonce.

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📅 Date de publication de l’offre : Thu, 17 Jul 2025 00:08:36 GMT

🏢 Entreprise : OQ

📍 Lieu : Duqm, Al Wusta

💼 Intitulé du poste : OQ8, Chief Operating Officer

💶 Rémunération proposée :

📝 Description du poste : Job titleOQ8, Chief Operating OfficerStreamOQ8DepartmentOMTQA & HSSELocationDuqmBudget control*OPEX and/or CAPEX and/or Revenue amount as relevant*Reporting toCEO OQ8Direct reports5Job purposeUnder the general direction of the CEO and BoD, the COO OQ8 manages and directs the overall operations on-site / off-site of OQ8 by delegated authority from the CEO and Chairman of the BoD, as the owner of the assets in Duqm and core functions (Operations, Maintenance, Technical Services, Quality Assurance, HSSEs, and Projects) and ultimate authority for technical service providers, safety district owners, permit of work and operational license at OQ8, in an effective collaboration within a matrix organization that encompasses with the vertical line to deliver expected outcomes based on implementing business strategies, policies, plans, procedures, operation, development & maintenance of its assets, logistics and Company culture /vision. to act as a prudent operator on behalf of OQ8 (while keeping its license), ensuring day to day operations with efficient results in safety, production, plant integrity & process safety, availability, utilization, energy consumption, cost, emergency response, and quality of products in line with the short business plans & long term strategy/objectives for the gross margin and profitability of the refining and petrochemical businesses with competitive performance (Operational Excellence), continuous improvement and a sufficient organizational capability for its continuity while identifying & developing talent/people as a feeder for OQ8 talent pipeline.Main tasks and responsibilities

• As the ultimate owner of the assets – Accountabilities:
• Ensure total Asset Integrity
• Ensure total Process Safety
• Custodian of license to Operate
• Oversees the 10-year Asset Master Plan to meet regulatory requirements and business needs on a timely basis
• Oversees the Production and Product quality as per Supply Chain plan and incremental gross margin optimization (unit operations, blending, utility generation/consumption & optimization)
• Oversees the effective cost control and drive towards competitive unit cost (ex-benchmarking) and accountable for cost such as energy, maintenance, chemicals, Hydrocarbon Loss, etc.
• As ultimate Service provider – Accountabilities:
• Oversees and ensures the delivery of effective (quality) and efficient (cost) services to Asset Owners to meet OMT objectives.
• Maintenance: Oversees the delivery of routine and turnaround maintenance following the technical standards set by TSD to deliver the required reliability at a competitive cost set by benchmarking (Solomon). Development of Asset Management Plans and Maintenance strategy based on RCM (Reliability Centered Maintenance ) with routine maintenance, programmed maintenance, and long-term extraordinary maintenance to keep availability, reliability, and functionality as per requirements. Process owner of Turn-Around, RCM (Reliability Centered Maintenance) and associated tools/systems and SAP ME. Together with PCI (Procurement Contracts and Inventory) to optimize material Inventory Value (spares and stock) and Reliability.
• Technical Services: Oversees the delivery of all technical services to support the OQ8 business objectives. TSD is the ultimate technical authority for the standards for asset integrity, process safety, discipline engineering (mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, civil), project engineering, process engineering, and laboratory). Custodian of the Design and Engineering Practices (DEP ex Shell) and Process Licenses. Verification of the specifications for process materials, chemicals, catalyst, utilities for operations. Process owner of XOW (Operating Window), RBI (Risk Based Inspection), MOC (Management of Change), SIL/SIS, (Safety Integrity Level/Safety Instrumented System), PVP (Project Value Processes), AI/PSM (Asset Integrity & Process Safety Management) and associated tools/systems and SAP PS (SAP Projects).
• HSSEs: Oversees the delivery of Emergency services (fire-fighting, ambulance, clinic) and delivery of all services to support the OQ8 HSE objectives. HSE is the ultimate technical authority for the standards for Health, Safety, Environment, Emergency Response, HAZMAT (Hazardous Materials). Process owner of PtW (Permit to Work), Incident Reporting, and associated tools/systems.
• Procurement, Contracts, and Inventory: Oversees and direct the provision of highly efficient and timely procurement support services and systems to facilitate procuring of goods and services at optimum costs and ensure logistics/warehousing of the same is in place to meet OQ8 operational requirements

• Strategic:
• Controls Operations of the company
• Approves budgets for the operation areas of the company
• Targets and initiates operational partnerships with other companies
• Drives with the CEO, the HSSEs culture of the Company.
• Oversees employment and ensures there are enough staff (and the right people)
• Generates new business and approves new projects
• Responsible for day-to-day operations
• Identifies risks and ensures appropriate strategies are in place
• Ensures the correct practices are being met
• Attends board meetings and other presentations
• Approves and executes OQ8 long-term operation plan.
• Approves Operation’s business plans to ensure the achievement of function and organization financial and strategic objectives.
• Reports to CEO and BoD progress against the OQ8 business plans, opportunities, challenges and issues faced, mitigations have taken and course correction actions, etc. as required, to make an informed decision.
• Establish in close partnership with the CEO, metrics to manage key elements of the company’s operational performance required to meet both customer and financial expectations.
• Planning and organizing internal company operations and supporting the CEO in maintaining a healthy corporate culture. The COO will ensure that the company’s policies and procedures are implemented and followed by all personnel, changing or adding to such policies procedures as required.
• Develop, establish, and direct execution of operating policies and procedures to support overall company policies and objectives.
• Establish and monitor performance reporting systems (i.e., track performance against goals, ensure distributors and site managers provide quality regular reports, provide regular updates to the CEO)
• Regularly evaluate operating procedures and create centralized best practices within different sites to ensure uniform performance throughout the company.
• Take charge in high-priority crises.
• Overseas with The Project Directors, the feasibility study for the OQ8 Projects, from FEED stage for the construction of a 230,000 bpd crude oil refinery including Crude Distillation, Vacuum Distillation, SGP / USGP, Kero Hydrotreater, Diesel Hydrotreater, Hydrocracker, Delayed Coker, Sulphur Recovery Unit, Feedstock crude oil pipeline, Off-sites, and utilities and Dedicated export terminal and Petrochemical Plant.
• Oversees the planning, Progress monitoring, cost control, and coordination with Client(s) and stakeholders while preparing an integrated schedule with construction activities.
• Establish and take ownership of a clear set of project objectives/deliverables required under the contractual obligations. Ensure objectives are fully communicated, understood, and acted upon by all project team members.
• Recommend to BoD on optimization of design and assist in the evaluation of Project Changes having process impact.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies’ officials, if assigned, regarding standards, limits, and methods of control. Suggests ways of reducing the pollutants levels in liquid effluents and the atmosphere.
• Ensure performing necessary review and optimization studies (such as HAZOP, SIL, EIA, QRA, etc.) Through the project execution with relevant representatives from Project, Licensor(s), Operations, Maintenance, Risk and Safety. Ensure implementation of these study recommendations.
• Recommend for BoD the costs, schedules, and quality issues associated with the project.Responsible for the day-to-day coordination, execution, of progress reporting for OQ projects and operations.
• Oversee continuous improvements & LEAN execution plans in the area. Continuously identify and recommend improvements while ensuring compliance with the group guidelines, international/local standards, and relevant legislation.

Education requirementsBSc in engineering from an accredited university or equivalent. Engineering Degree qualified in Chemical Engineering is desirable.Background and experienceCompetencies and skills

• A minimum range of 20 years releavant engineering experience developing refining or petrochemical or oil & gas facilities. Out of which, at least :
• 15 years in Large Oil & Gas project – Specific to refinery project.
• 10 year managerial / business experience
• 5-year experience in strategy and business development in the petrochemical industry
• Proven record of accomplishment of having successfully delivered mega-(Greenfield) refinery projects in a range of different fiscal, political and contractual environments.
• Demonstrated experience in all aspects of project management, including safety, team leadership cost, quality, and time control.
• Extensive international experience, preferably having lived and worked in more than one continent, the candidate will have led project teams in challenging locations.
• Process background and Oil / Gas, Petro-chemical and or refinery EPC experience.
• Strong FEED/Design/Home office experience highly desirable to assist with the early stages of the project.
• PMC experience is desirable.
• Experience realizing a vast, multi-billion dollar greenfield refinery investment;
• Experience in build up from scratch a full, new company with its organization and people;
• Demonstrate leadership in Joint Venture between world-class shareholder partners
• Experience working in the Middle East, particularly on Refinery Projects would also go down well.

• Sound technical and commercial judgment.
• Economic and commercial analysis and evaluation skills commensurate with a multi-billion USD investment.
• Ability to manage and interface with both external and internal constituencies including financial, joint venture partners, and government authorities.
• A strong and clearly articulate command of English, at a presentational level that is fully understood by a culturally and nationally diverse group of people.
• Leadership Skills:

• Team Leadership: Executes a passion for the project that is inspiring and contagious. Communicates effectively and clearly a compelling picture of how the project will evolve, based on what needs to be achieved. Gets people to work together towards a common goal. Establishes team accountability for a common mission.
• Driving Results: Understanding the results that must be obtained and establishes efficient plans for self and others to achieve them.
• Establishes high quality and efficiency standards. Alert to opportunities to improve processes for accomplishing success and actively pursue those opportunities. Reviews project progress against performance plans periodically to ensure results.
• Ability to communicate openly and effectively at all levels and with all partners. Ability to share expertise and experience to drive the project forward. Capable to work effectively with many different cultures and nationalities.

Job Req ID: 56562Date: Jul 15, 2025Location:Duqm, OMEntity: Duqm Refinery & PetrochemBusiness Unit: OQ8Division:Country/Region: OM

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