Refinery Shift Manager

<p>Job Description<br />
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WTS Energy is hiring for a Refinery Shift Manager role for one of its client who is a reputed oil &amp; chemicals Refinery company in Dubai.<br />
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<b>Job Purpose:</b></p>

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<li>To have overall custodianship of the refinery and accountability during a specific shift. This entails overseeing a safe, reliable and efficient operation without disruption to supply as per plan and to ensure maximization of product yields whilst minimising losses.</li>
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<b>Key Responsibilities</b></p>

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<li>Leads and directs the operation of Condensate distillation unit, Merox units, oil movement and storage and a utility plant (which includes 2?15 MW gas turbine generators) , all in accordance with standard operating procedures and industry practices</li>
<li>Assigns operational jobs, as scheduled, to both the panel as well as the field operators. Supervises the function with two DCS control operators and six outside operators</li>
<li>Ensures the update of the log book and optimal records, reviews reports as required. Conducts statistical analysis and make necessary recommendations for the process improvements</li>
<li>Manages documentation and process reporting required for operation of the plant</li>
<li>Approves all hot work permits in the refinery and checks compliance with safety precautions and procedures</li>
<li>Initiates all necessary steps during an emergency to safeguard the interests of men and material. Enforces all the necessary EHS regulation and polices while on the shift</li>
<li>Assumes the role of Incident Commander as per ICS command structure and employs the SERT team in controlling emergencies</li>
<li>Conducts regular field training exercises for the operators and ensures that they are adequately prepared for any emergency including refinery fires</li>
<li>Oversees laboratory activities during the Evening/ night shift and during the holidays</li>
<li>Overall in charge of all shipping/ inter tank transfers both to and from the refinery tank. Signatory for all shipping documents for all export/ transfers</li>
<li>Initiates the purchase of chemicals and catalyst returned for the operating units</li>
<li>Ensures that the quality of effluent discharge meets all environmental regulations</li>
<li>Plans and executes timely certifications of products to meet supply plan</li>
<li>Generation and implementation of all operating standards and procedures</li>
<li>Participates in all Hazard Assessment, HAZOP analysis and safety committee meetings. Ensures the weekly, monthly and annual checking of firefighting systems and equipment</li>
<li>Initiates and plans necessary engineering modifications. Handles preparation of operating lines/ equipment for the successful completion of the engineering works. Ensures the new modifications are as per design and operational standards</li>
<li>Assists in Turnaround planning and ensures completion of T&amp;I shutdown within the schedule</li>
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Requirements</p>

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<li>A degree in chemical Engineering from a recognised and reputed university</li>
<li>Minimum 15 years of varied experience in the operations of complex petroleum refinery in all process units including maintenance of equipment and handling of manpower</li>
<li>Knowledge of health, safety and environmental standards as well as procedures in similar environment is a must</li>
<li>Experience of having handled emergencies as well as start io and shutdowns of process unity&
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<li>Able to manage a multinational team</li>
<li>Strong technical knowledge and analytical skills, good man management skills, good communication ability, thorough understanding of the refining process, numerical skills and computer literacy is a must</li>
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