Operations manager Jobs in Al khobar

Join Our Team as an Operations Manager!
We are excited to announce a career opportunity for the role of Operations Manager in Pre-Fabrication / PEB Manufacturing with our esteemed client, a leading multinational organization in the Steel Pre-Fabrication / PEB Manufacturing sector.

Job Purpose:
The Operations Manager is pivotal in leading and optimizing Production, Production Planning, and Maintenance operations within the Pre-Fabrication / PEB manufacturing environment. Your role will ensure the safe, efficient, and cost-effective manufacturing of high-quality pre-engineered and pre-fabricated steel products, consistently meeting delivery schedules, customer requirements, and financial targets as per the Company's operational excellence standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end manufacturing operations including production, planning, welding, painting, and maintenance.
• Ensure achievement of production volumes, delivery commitments, cost targets, and quality standards.
• Drive operational excellence through Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, 5S, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with international fabrication standards (ASTM, ASME, ANSI, API) and company procedures.
• Oversee the implementation and maintenance of Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001, ISO 14001).
• Manage departmental budgets, cost control, and financial performance, including variance analysis and optimization.
• Lead, coach, and develop production, planning, and maintenance teams, conducting performance reviews and capability building.
• Ensure strict adherence to HSE policies, enhancing safety culture across operations.
• Support capital planning, equipment utilization, and maintenance strategies for all fabrication machinery.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, supply chain, and commercial teams to meet business objectives and customer expectations.
• Participate in workforce planning, recruitment recommendations, training, and disciplinary processes as per company authority levels.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or related Engineering discipline.
• Post-graduate qualification in Operations / Production Management is an advantage.

Experience:

• 12+ years of relevant manufacturing experience.
• Minimum 5 years in a senior managerial role within portable housing, pre-fabrication, welding, and painting environments.
• Strong exposure to pre-engineered buildings (PEB), prefabricated homes, and portable units.

Technical & Professional Knowledge:

• Strong understanding of steel fabrication machinery, processes, and production workflows.
• Hands-on knowledge of international fabrication standards (ASTM, ASME, ANSI, API).
• Familiarity with FrameCad software and FrameMaster machines is highly desirable.
• Advanced knowledge of TQM, Six Sigma, FMEA, DOE, Lean Manufacturing tools.
• Proven experience in process optimization and performance improvement programs.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong leadership, team management, and people development capability.
• Excellent problem-solving, root cause analysis, and decision-making skills.
• Sound understanding of budgeting, cost control, and financial analysis.
• Effective communication skills in English (Arabic is an advantage).
• High safety awareness with the ability to enforce safe work practices.

Join SLB as an Operations Support Manager:
In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for implementing the global service quality plan within your assigned geographic territory. Your expertise will guide our commitment to excellence in service delivery and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor compliance with technical and HSE training objectives to address specific risks and ensure adherence to delivery standards.
• Mentor SDMs and SQCs to foster teamwork and facilitate knowledge sharing in the region.
• Execute and advocate for the global service quality plan.
• Oversee the OMS process to ensure continuous assessment and self-improvement.
• Lead failure review processes in accordance with company standards.
• Promote technologies to enhance operational efficiency and quality.
• Manage assets to ensure compliance with standards, allocating resources based on field needs.
• Ensure alignment of the CAPEX plan with product line guidelines, ensuring adequate equipment for operational needs.
• Engage with customers to understand their service quality drivers.

Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field, with 10-15 years of experience in surface wellhead operations and leadership roles. You should possess strong troubleshooting skills for complex equipment installations and have proven managerial experience. Excellent communication skills are essential, along with the ability to lead under pressure and manage challenging situations effectively.