Operations Manager HDPEPE100 Pipeline Systems

Operations Manager HDPE / PE100 Tight-Fit Lining

Location: Dammam Saudi Arabia

Region: MENA
Reporting To: Vice President Operations
Travel: Up to 40% across KSA & MENA

About the Role

We are seeking a highly experienced Operations Manager HDPE / PE100 Tight-Fit Lining to establish lead and scale a new Polyethylene (PE) Lining Division across the MENA region.

This is a build-and-lead opportunity for an engineering and operations leader with deep expertise in HDPE/PE100 pipeline systems tight-fit PE lining pipeline rehabilitation liner insertion fusion technologies and oil & gas/water flowline applications.

The successful candidate will own the division from technical development equipment qualification and team building through tendering project mobilization field execution commercial performance quality HSE and regional growth.

Key Responsibilities

Division Establishment & Leadership

• Build and lead the HDPE/PE100 Tight-Fit Lining Division from the ground up.
• Develop regional operating strategies technical standards SOPs execution methodologies and competency frameworks.
• Recruit develop and lead Project Managers Project Coordinators Field Supervisors Fusion Technicians and project teams.
• Establish the technical and operational capability required to execute projects across Saudi Arabia and the wider MENA region.
• Develop and qualify tight-fit PE lining systems reduction/reversion and insertion technologies end terminations flanges connectors fittings and tie-in methodologies.
• Build strategic relationships with oil & gas operators EPC contractors engineering consultants equipment manufacturers technology providers and specialist subcontractors.

Technical & Engineering Management

• Lead the engineering and technical design of PE100/HDPE liner systems including liner sizing SDR pressure ratings material selection and pressure/temperature derating.
• Develop and approve technical specifications design calculations ITPs installation procedures qualification documents and quality plans.
• Provide technical leadership on buckling/collapse annular pressure thermal effects creep slow crack growth liner performance and long-term integrity.
• Establish and qualify installation procedures and testing methodologies aligned with client and international standards.

Operations & Field Execution

• Oversee new-build pipeline liner insertion and rehabilitation of existing steel pipelines.
• Manage HDPE lining applications for hydrocarbon produced water and water flowlines.
• Lead field execution involving liner insertion reduction/reversion butt fusion electrofusion end termination fittings flanges and final tie-ins.
• Ensure adherence to approved welding/fusion procedures parameters inspection requirements and client acceptance criteria.
• Provide rapid technical troubleshooting and support for complex field conditions.

Equipment Technology & Supplier Management

• Identify evaluate procure commission test and qualify specialized PE lining reduction insertion fusion and installation equipment.
• Lead equipment trials validation performance testing and operational qualification.
• Develop and manage approved supplier and technology-partner networks.
• Ensure equipment availability asset utilization maintenance and operational readiness.

Commercial Tendering & Financial Management

• Own the divisions revenue gross margin forecasting budgeting resource planning and asset utilization.
• Support tenders technical proposals cost estimation feasibility studies risk assessments and execution strategies.
• Participate in client presentations technical discussions and commercial negotiations.
• Assess upcoming market opportunities and define the required equipment manpower certifications procedures and technical capabilities to secure and execute future projects.

HSE Quality & Compliance

• Establish a strong HSE quality operational discipline and continuous improvement culture.
• Ensure compliance with company HSE requirements project quality plans client specifications and applicable industry standards.
• Maintain working knowledge of Saudi Aramco engineering standards (SAES) Shell DEP ADNOC specifications and relevant international pipeline/HDPE standards.
• Drive quality assurance across fusion liner installation testing inspection documentation and final acceptance.

Candidate Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering Civil Engineering Pipeline Engineering Construction Management or a related technical discipline.
• 1520 years of progressive experience in pipeline operations project management engineering or operational leadership.
• Mandatory hands-on and leadership experience in HDPE / PE100 pipeline systems and tight-fit PE lining technologies.
• Proven experience with tight-fit PE liners pipeline rehabilitation liner insertion/reduction and PE lining of existing steel pipelines.
• Strong technical exposure to oil & gas produced water water pipelines flowlines and industrial pipeline infrastructure.
• Extensive knowledge of HDPE/PE100 SDR pressure ratings butt fusion electrofusion liner design installation testing and commissioning.
• Experience establishing or scaling new pipeline/lining operations equipment capabilities technical procedures and field teams is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of Saudi Aramco/SAES Shell DEP ADNOC and international operator requirements.
• Previous MENA experience particularly Saudi Arabia UAE Oman Qatar Kuwait or Bahrain is strongly preferred.
• Proven experience supporting EPC contractors operators engineering consultants tenders technical proposals estimation and commercial negotiations.
• Strong commercial operational leadership stakeholder-management and problem-solving capabilities.
• Willingness to travel extensively across KSA and MENA and work in industrial/remote field environments.
  
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