HYCO Training Specialist JIGH

About Air Products and BHIG

Air Products is a global leader in industrial gases, committed to driving innovation and creating solutions that support various industries. This role is with BHIG—Blue Hydrogen Industrial Gases, a regional development and investment joint venture between Saudi Aramco and Air Products Qudra (APQ). BHIG focuses on supporting clean energy goals through low-carbon hydrogen production and aims to drive industrial innovation and operational excellence across Saudi Arabia and the region.

Role Overview

The HYCO Training Specialist will develop, deliver, and manage comprehensive training programs for the Hydrogen production plant in Jubail, Eastern, Saudi Arabia. This full-time position is critical for fostering a highly skilled and knowledgeable workforce to ensure the safe, efficient, and reliable operation and maintenance of the facility. The specialist will report to the Training Lead and will also support day-to-day operations as part of the operating staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the technical training program and execute training for Operations & Maintenance staff at the Jubail HYCO (Steam Methane Reformer) Facility and ancillary equipment.
• Develop and manage a long-term training program for Operations & Maintenance teams, focusing on operational excellence and safe, reliable site operation.
• Provide direction and guidance based on technical feedback from Engineering and Maintenance for troubleshooting, maintenance, repair, and test activities.
• Support and guide Operations & Maintenance teams during facility commissioning and startup, maintaining accurate document control and monitoring training initiatives.
• Develop training curricula with periodic testing to track progression, identify gaps, and ensure personnel are prepared to operate the facility.
• Establish and deliver a training program for HYCO Operations & Maintenance teams while supporting commissioning activities.
• Ensure BHIG standards and global best practices for EH&S, productivity, reliability, quality, and customer services are integrated into the training program.
• Provide on-the-job training to ensure HYCO is operated safely, efficiently, and in compliance with contractual requirements.
• Support and maintain close working relationships with engineering and maintenance personnel to continuously monitor and enhance training packages.
• Participate in investigations and Root Cause Analysis to identify and implement sustainable corrective actions.
• Own operations procedures and train on new procedures developed through the Management of Change Process.
• Onboard new Operators and Maintenance personnel, leading them through the training program, monitoring performance, and addressing gaps.
• Conduct regular SWIM’s audits and provide action plans to close identified gaps.
• Act as a liaison with local technical schools, assisting in developing programs for BHIG-sponsored students in HYCO technology.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Process Operations, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a 2-year technical school certificate.
• Certified Training Certificate is required.
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in process plant operation, with demonstrated HYCO knowledge.
• At least 15+ years of HYCO operations experience, with more than 5 years in a lead or supervisory role, is preferred.
• Proven track record of success in training Operations & Maintenance personnel in the safe and reliable operation of HYCO facilities.

Required Skills and Attributes

• Demonstrated leadership and proven interpersonal skills.
• Strong commitment to employee involvement, team building, and diversity.
• Knowledge in coordinating operations and maintenance personnel, communicating requirements for safe and reliable plant operations via classroom and hands-on training.
• Effective leadership, interpersonal, and teamwork skills with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively at all organizational levels and externally.
• Ability to promote a 'one team' environment.
• Proficiency in English speaking and writing.
• Knowledge and understanding of local environmental and health and safety requirements.

Work Environment

This is a full-time position based in Al Jubail, Saudi Arabia, within a dynamic joint venture focused on industrial innovation and clean energy goals.