Plant General Manager

About the Role

Acwa is seeking a Plant General Manager to provide overall leadership and direction to plant operations and maintenance teams. This full-time role is based in Saudi Arabia and requires over 10 years of experience. The General Manager will ensure safe, reliable, and efficient plant performance, optimal resource utilization, and uninterrupted supply of power and water. The position is accountable for operational, financial, contractual, people, HSE, and stakeholder performance, ensuring compliance with company standards and contractual obligations to maximize plant reliability and profitability.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement plant strategies and operational plans in alignment with ACWA Operation’s O&M strategy, ensuring the achievement of production, performance, and business objectives.
• Lead plant operations and maintenance activities, including production planning, plant availability, operational efficiency, and technical performance to ensure safe and reliable operations.
• Manage the plant operating budget, financial performance, cost control, resource optimization, profitability, and compliance with contractual obligations.
• Lead workforce planning, recruitment, performance management, talent development, coaching, and mentoring to maintain a competent and motivated plant organization.
• Provide technical leadership in root cause analysis, risk assessment, plant modifications, troubleshooting, and reliability improvement initiatives.
• Oversee supply chain activities, inventory management, procurement, spare parts, contractor performance, and effective implementation of SAP processes.
• Ensure compliance with Integrated Management System (IMS), HSE requirements, applicable legislation, company policies, audits, and corrective actions.
• Maintain effective relationships with the Project Company, Board, shareholders, OEMs, contractors, and relevant authorities while ensuring accurate reporting and continuous operational improvement.

Qualifications and Experience

• A minimum of 10 years of experience in a relevant field.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities in managing plant operations and maintenance teams.
• Proven ability to manage operational budgets and financial performance.
• Experience in workforce planning, talent development, and performance management.
• Strong technical background in root cause analysis, risk assessment, and reliability improvement.
• Familiarity with supply chain management, inventory, procurement, and SAP processes.
• Knowledge of Integrated Management System (IMS) and HSE requirements.

Work Environment

This is a site-based role located at the Red Sea Project in Saudi Arabia. The position requires availability to support critical plant operations, emergencies, and operational requirements outside normal working hours when necessary.

Application Information

Salary for this position will be disclosed during the recruitment process.