Team Leader, SUW & O&L - OQ8 OQ

Job DescriptionRoles & ResponsibilitiesLeads the team for optimizing the process engineering activities across the Sulfur/Utilities/Wastewater & Offsites and Logistics units at OQ8, under Head of Process Engineering, Controls & Safety scope, acting as team leader and single point of accountability for managing Process Engineering in Sulfur/Utilities/Wastewater & Offsites and Logistics units though: (1) Leading the resolution of complex operational problems associated with process engineering at OQ8 Sulfur/Utilities/Wastewater & Offsites and Logistics units, (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; in order to ensure the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of these units, contributing to the overall performance and profitability of the OQ8 Assets.The position will act in accordance with 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 justifications, and best international practices in consonance with national objectives.Main tasks and responsibilitiesScopeThe Sulfur/Amines, Utilities, Wastewater, Offsites, and Logistics units play a critical role in ensuring safe, reliable, efficient, and environmentally compliant refinery operations by supporting continuous processing, energy optimization, product handling, and environmental protection.Unit Purpose: Sulfur & amines - Key Features: Sulfur recovery, Sour Water and acid gas treatment to meet environmental requirements - Amine Treatment, Sulfur Recovery Unit (SRU), Tail Gas Treatment Unit (TGTU), Sour Water SystemsUnit Purpose: Utilities Unit - Key Features: Provide and optimize essential refinery utilities and energy systems - Steam Generation, Power Distribution, Cooling Water, Boiler Feed Water, Instrument Air, Nitrogen, and Fuel GasUnit Purpose: Wastewater Unit - Key Features: Treat and manage refinery wastewater in compliance with environmental regulations - Primary Treatment, Secondary Treatment, Tertiary Treatment, Sludge Handling, and Water Recovery.Unit Purpose: Offsites & Logistics - Key Features: Manage storage, transfer, and distribution of refinery feedstock and products - Tank Farms, Pipelines, Loading/Unloading Facilities, Jetty, Product Blending, Flare, and Interconnecting SystemsAccountabilities:Plant Performance and OptimizationLead and supervise Sulfur/Amines/Sour Water, Utilities, Wastewater, Offsites and Logistics operations to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient performance.Monitor overall unit performance, identify gaps, and drive optimization initiatives to improve reliability, throughput, and operational stability.Ensure optimum utilization of utilities including steam, fuel gas, power, cooling water, instrument air, nitrogen, and flare systems.Lead troubleshooting activities for recurring operational and reliability issues.Coordinate with Operations, Maintenance, Inspection, and technical teams to minimize unit downtime and operational losses.Ensure refinery offsites and logistics systems support continuous refinery operation without constraints.Monitor refinery energy performance and identify opportunities for energy conservation and efficiency improvement.Lead energy optimization initiatives across utilities and process integration systems.Monitor key energy KPIs including Steam balance, Fuel gas consumption, Power consumption, Boiler efficiency, Steam venting and condensate recovery and Flare minimizationSupport refinery energy intensity reduction and sustainability initiatives.Energy Management & Utility OptimizationAct as focal point for refinery energy management and utilities optimization.Ensure efficient operation of boilers, steam systems, cooling water systems, and power generation/distribution networks.Lead refinery-wide steam and energy balance reviews.Identify opportunities for Heat integration improvement, Steam optimization, Fuel gas reduction, Energy recovery and Emission reductionCoordinate implementation of energy-saving projects and monitor achieved benefits.Support energy benchmarking activities against industry standards and best practices.Ensure optimization of sulfur recovery and amine systems to minimize operational losses and environmental impact.Safety, Environmental & Regulatory ComplianceEnsure all units operate in compliance with company HSE standards and environmental regulations.Ensure safe operation of sulfur recovery, flare, wastewater, and utility systems to minimize environmental impact.Support and participate in HAZOP, PSSR, HAZID, SIL reviews, Risk assessments and Incident investigationsEnsure implementation and compliance with operating procedures, standards, and management of change (MOC) requirements.Lead initiatives related to flare reduction, emissions control, sulfur recovery efficiency, and wastewater compliance.Ensure refinery wastewater treatment systems meet environmental discharge requirements.Technical & Engineering coordinationProvide technical direction and guidance to engineers and operations teams.Review and endorse major technical studies, process modifications, and optimization proposals.Coordinate with Engineering and Project teams during design modifications, commissioning, and startup activities.Ensure technical integrity of utility, sulfur complex, wastewater, and offsites systems.Support development of operating philosophies, control strategies, and performance monitoring systems.Review major process engineering recommendations and ensure alignment with operational objectives.Projects, Improvement & Strategic PlanningLead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance safety, reliability, operability, and energy efficiency.Support refinery expansion, debottlenecking, and revamp projects related to utilities, sulfur, wastewater, and offsites facilities.