Operations Manager📣 Job Ad

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.

Join Our Team as an Operations Manager
We are seeking an experienced Operations Manager to oversee the operational planning and management of our communities in Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia. This role is vital in ensuring operational efficiency, budget management, and compliance, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize service delivery across mixed-use developments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operations Planning and Readiness: Develop and maintain operational plans covering staffing, services, workflows, and operating procedures. Lead operational readiness planning for new projects prior to handover and occupancy.
• Budgeting and Cost Control: Prepare and manage detailed operational budgets, monitor expenditure, and identify optimization opportunities.
• Design Review and Operational Optimization: Review design elements from an operational perspective and propose practical modifications to enhance efficiency.
• Facility and Property Management Coordination: Collaborate with teams to align operational planning with service delivery models and ensure preventive maintenance strategies.
• Operational Performance Monitoring: Track KPIs, conduct audits, and support the Community Director with performance reports.
• Cross-Functional Coordination: Serve as the main operational interface during design, construction, and handover phases, coordinating with various teams.
• Governance, Compliance, and Risk: Ensure compliance with safety requirements and propose risk mitigation strategies.

Qualifications and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Facility Management, or related discipline. 8 to 12 years of experience in operations management within community or property management. Strong background in budgeting and cost control, with experience in large-scale residential or mixed-use projects preferred.

Core Competencies:

• Operational planning and readiness
• Budgeting and cost optimization
• Design review and life-cycle cost analysis
• Facility and property operations understanding
• Cross-functional coordination
• Problem-solving and analytical thinking
• Process improvement and operational efficiency
• Strong communication and stakeholder management