Mechanical Engineer (Head of Mechanical)

LocationEast of Hassi Messaoud, Touggourt Region, Sahara Desert, Algeria

Key Objectives:

• Responsibility for all Mechanical installation and Mechanical Equipment in HBR field facilities including HBR Production system at REB and future new installation equipment in the field.
• Ensures adequate operation of mechanical equipment.
• Analyzes breakdowns and participates in the repair of mechanical equipment.
• Contributes to studies and technical improvements.
• Develop work procedures plan and monitor maintenance work.
• Assists the Department Head in implementing the resources necessary for the execution of planned programs.

Principal Accountabilities

Technical Accountability/Contribution

• The incumbent's duties are to comply with hygiene, safety and environmental rules and guidelines. Guarantees the availability of equipment and systems.
• Participated in the development of preventive maintenance programs for all mechanical equipment.
• Rational use of personnel and material means achieving objectives within the time frame.
• Ensure the availability of necessary spare parts to perform the preventive and corrective maintenance of all mechanical equipment of field installations.
• Prepare all the tools and mechanical materials necessary to carry out routine maintenance and ensure the continued operation of all installations.
• Collaboration and coordination with other departments for the execution of the work
• Ensures the intensive use of the computer tool to assist Maintenance Management System such as SAP or other ERP system
• Ensure Preventive / Corrective Maintenance program in CMMS (ERP) system is executed in timely manner as per plan with proper close out. Conducts and tracks the effective use of CMMS
• Produce maintenance standard procedures and work instructions according to maintenance program
• Plan and coordinate to ensure adequate resources for all maintenance activities
• Contribute and interact with other relevant department in facility planning process and platform inspection routines.
• Coordinates and responsible for the operation of the services and maintenance workshops attached to his department.
• Conduct inspections and audit to evaluate equipment and utilities operational condition to determine necessary remedial action.
• Prepare or review, and submit relevant reports required.
• Resolving technical problems and establishing revision programs.
• Development and participation in technical studies of new renovation or expansion projects.
• Collaboration in budgeting for human and material needs.
• Developing the specifications as needed.
• Developing the appropriate training program for staff development.
• Keeps up-to-date technical documentation related to all mechanical equipment.

Supervisory Roles

• Supervise technicians under Mechanical Section.
• Supervise Contractors and third parties to ensure work comply with relevant procedures and Maintenance Standard Procedure.
• Cultivate ownership of equipment and tools to ensure availability and reliability.
• Manage team competence development and performance.
• Good management and problem solving skills.

Continuous Professional Development

• Keep abreast of relevant latest technology development to be considered for possible implementation at work place.
• Considering for Cost optimization VS Best efficiency

KEY AUTHORITIES

• Signatory to certify onshore pre-commissioning/ commissioning activities including.
• Participated in the development of Mechanical installation preventive/Corrective maintenance programs using CMMS database (ERP system)
• Assist Head of Maintenance to evaluate the requirement of Available Critical Spares
• The primary responsibilities for Mechanical Engineer are:
• Promote active safety awareness in the Maintenance Department, Monitor and ensure compliance with Management of Change (MOC) and Company’s SSHE procedures.
• Support Head of Maintenance during emergency response and be able to handling emergency situation
• Undertake safety inspection of plant, equipment, machinery and process
• Work towards achieving the MOC Health and Safety Objectives
• Ensure preparation of Permit to work is compiled as SSHE Procedure
• Report all accident, incidents, near-misses and dangerous occurrences to Head of Maintenance immediately.
• Ensure that all plant, equipment and machinery is maintained in accordance with the manufacturer recommendations and established MOC safety and Maintenance Procedures.
• Ensure that any changes or minor modification to any plant, equipment or machinery are via Engineering Work request Procedure and that all documentation is complete.

WORKING RELATIONSHIP

• Head of Maintenance and his subordinates in Maintenance department
• Head of Production and his subordinates in Production department
• SSHE Manager and his subordinates in SSHE department
• Related Support function at HMD base and Algiers office
• Vendors, workshops, and related support personnel

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Master’s degree or bachelor’s Degree qualification in Mechanical or Mechanical Engineering or relevant technical experience.
• Broad knowledge and competent in oil and gas facilities maintenance and process.
• Experience working in the Dessert environment, preferably Algeria.
• Ability to work Rotational Basis : 4X4 SR.
• Strong interpersonal and supervisory skills.
• Strong written and oral communication skills in English and French.
• Physical and / or intellectual effort
• Be able to travelling for company’s business
• Have knowledge of business drivers affecting MOC
• Managing on Job Training (OJT) and knowledge transfer / Coaching