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Aljomaih Energy and Water Company

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 Al Jomaih Energy &amp; Water (AEW) headquartered in Saudi Arabia, is a fast-growing investor, lead develper, and operator of utility and infrastructure projects in various geographical markets such as KSA, GCC, Asia &amp; North Africa, with investments in 6 GW of Conventional and Solar power plants, and around 700,000 m3/day of water.
 
 
 AEW was established in 2007, as a subsidiary of Al Jomaih Holding Company, a leading Saudi conglomerate with a legacy spanning over 80 years, focused on enabling sustainable, social, and economic progress in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and beyond.
 
 
 At AEW, our mission is to tackle new technologies, solve complex problems, and leverage our expertise to unlock opportunities in the Power, Renewables &amp; Water Sectors, while driving impact for our stakeholders across the value chain.
 
 
 
 
 Location
 
 : Site based (Nearest cities
 
 Al Khafji
 
 &nbsp;(approximately 70 km from the site);
 
 Nairyah
 
 &nbsp;(approximately 60 km from the site).
 
 
 
 
 Duration:
 
 Approx. 4 years
 
 
 
 
 Job Overview
 
 
 
 To lead and oversee all construction activities for the Water Treatment Plant. Ensuring the timely, on-budget, and quality delivery of the asset, meeting contractual requirements, and design specifications for reliable and sustainable operation over 25 years.
 
 
 Implementing the HSSE program and supervision in the Project Company and Owner's team, fostering a culture of health, safety, security, and environment in alignment with Project Company and Stakeholder targets.
 
 
 Monitoring, coordinating, and reporting on multiple Contractors' activities at the site, challenging and negotiating with the EPC contractor when necessary to protect the Project Company and Aljomaih Energy Water Company's interests.
 
 
 Directing the Owner's Engineer team at the site.
 
 
 Facilitating seamless communication and information exchanges among stakeholders, including project partners, local communities, and external parties.
 
 
 
 
 Requirements
 
 
 
 
 
 Your Job Functions (Duties &amp; Responsibilities)
 
 
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 Oversee plant construction to ensure compliance with quality, schedule, and budget agreements with Contractors and WTA.
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 Manage HSSE implementation onsite and offsite, maintaining a strong HSSE culture.
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 Coordinate activities of the Owner's Engineer, local contractors, local authorities, interface partners, and Contractors.
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 Monitor and enforce EPC Contractor's compliance with Saudi Aramco IKTVA and Saudization targets.
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 Act as the primary link between the off-taker, Owner's Engineer, EPC Contractor, third party, the Phase 1 Operator, --etc to align battery limits and tie-ins.
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 Align technical and schedule interfaces between different contractors, ensuring contract conformity and project needs.
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 Monitor Engineering &amp; Procurement, ensure the EPC Contractor issuing the engineering packages and deliver procurement items ahead of construction needs.
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 Organize and lead construction and progress management meetings with all stakeholders.
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 Identify, assess, and escalate technical deviations, construction risks, and non-conformities to the Project Company CEO, proposing effective mitigation and recovery measures.
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 Manage contractual, commercial, and technical matters arising under the EPC Contract and WTA, in coordination with legal and commercial teams.
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 Review, evaluate, and provide recommendations on change orders, variations, and claims submitted by contractors and service providers.
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 Lead resolution meetings for technical and construction issues encountered on-site and off-site during execution.
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 Lead QA/QC oversight by managing the Owner's Engineer site engineering team to witness, verify, and document key inspections and tests in accordance with the approved Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) and project requirements.
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 Lead risk assessment and risk identification workshops with the EPC Contractor and Owner's Engineer, ensuring all project risks are identified, formally recorded in the risk register periodically, and supported by clear mitigation and action plans.
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 Interact with Sponsors, Lender's Engineer, Insurance Advisers, and O&amp;M teams.
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 Issue progress reports and technical memoranda as required.
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 Supervise milestone completion certificates, invoices, and mechanical completion certificates.
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 Facilitate the handover of the Project to the O&amp;M Team.
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 Host visitors at the site and manage communications with stakeholders.
 
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 Contractual/Commercial
 
 
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 Familiarity with PPP/BOT project structures, project finance documents, EPC contracts, and WTA.
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 Timely reporting of contractual/commercial variances and proposing mitigation or alternative solutions.
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 Assist in writing contractual letters to stakeholders.
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 Identify and anticipate deliverables to relevant parties.
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 Coordinate progress of commissioning and testing with Off-taker and Dispatch Control Centre.
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 Assist in claims management with Contractors and Service Providers.
 
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 Qualifications &amp; Skill Sets
 
 
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 University Degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering.
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 Additional qualifications (project management/Construction Management) are preferred
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 15 +years of project and site experience in utility-scale Water Treatment Plant projects.
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 Extensive knowledge of utilities and construction of Water Treatment Plants.
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 Experience in large infrastructure project development.
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 Strong technical knowledge and understanding of construction processes, contracts, and international standards.
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 Contract/claim management and negotiation skills.
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 Excellent communication and reporting skills.
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 Ability to work independently and lead teams.
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 Strong ethical standards.
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Project Director

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 The Consortium of AL JOMAIH ENERGY AND WATER CO. LTD. (JENWA) and TOTAL ENERGIES RENEWABLES is developing new solar PV power plant on a build, own and operate ("BOO") basis. The Power Plant, REEM RABIGH ENERGY COMPANY LTD, shall comprise all facilities necessary for the generation of power with a total net capacity of 300 MW. The Initial Commercial Operation Date (ICOD) is planned early summer 2026 and the Scheduled Project Commercial Operation Date (SCOD) for December 2026. The Project Company will sell the power capacity and output of the Plant to SPPC (SAUDI POWER PROCUREMENT COMPANY) under a 25-year PPA.
 
 
 
 Project
 
 
 
 The project comprises of 300 MW Solar photovoltaic (PV) technology on 6.56 km2 area that includes PV field, the plant's substation and OHTL (Approx. 500 ML).
 
 
 
 Job Overview
 
 
 
 The O&amp;M Manager will be responsible for Operation and Maintenance of 300 MW industrial-scale photovoltaic (PV) plant, which operates under a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) and various project agreements.
 
 
 
 Requirements
 
 
 
 
 JOB FUNCTIONS (DUTIES &amp; RESPONSIBILITIES)
 
 
 
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 Participate in the design Review, Construction and Commissioning period support
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 Ensure Operational Readiness before takeover from EPC
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 Staff Mobilization, hiring, training, and support of the O&amp;M staff
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 Establish plant policies and procedures and implement CMMS
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 Ensure that all consents, permits, approvals and licenses are obtained, valid and in force to ensure safe operation of the plant.
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 Search and selection of suppliers and service providers.
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 Optimize, order and manage inventory of materials and supplies
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 Operational Management: Lead and oversee operation and maintenance of the Power Plant adhering to HSE and Project Agreements
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 Develop and implement operational strategies to maximize energy production and achieve performance targets outlined in the PPA and the Project Company's annual budget
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 Develop and manage the Annual and Long-term Operating Plan and ensure reliability, profitability and operational efficiency
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 Budget preparation, monthly analysis of revenues &amp; expenses and required mitigations
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 Comply with the accounting principles and maintain proper books and records in accordance with Legal Requirements
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 Schedule and prioritize O&amp;M tasks effectively. Ensure proper stakeholder Management (SPPC, NGSA, SEC, SWCC, HCIS, MiM, NCEC, Modon...etc.)
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 HSSE Management: Maintain a safe working environment. Ensure adherence to safety protocols and environmental regulations, conduct regular safety audits and training sessions for staff. Achieve annual HSE KPIs.
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 Effective Risk Management
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 Contracts &amp; Compliance Management: Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements, project agreements, and operational standards as specified in the PPA and other contractual obligations
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 Establish Delegation of Authority Matrix (Operations phase)
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 Identification of opportunities to enhance revenues and profit margins
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 Provide monthly and annual reports about plant performance, incidents, failures, and the general operation and maintenance activities developed in the Plant
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 Report accurately and timely to the Board/Owner and maintain regular communication
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 Develop and nurture strategic relationships with key stakeholders, including lenders, contract counterparties, insurers, partners, suppliers, OEM companies, and regulatory/government authorities
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 Establish and maintain community relations
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 Liaise with construction management team, EPC Contractor, OEM vendors, Subcontractors and other suppliers to ensure efficient and timely resolutions of Punch List Items, Warranty Defects, Novation of Key OEM Contracts, LTSAs, procurement of essential spares and tools
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 Management of Project as Built Documentations, Plant O&amp;M documentation, official communications, regular reporting
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 Work with Admin and Finance team in the day-to-day tasks needed
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 Monitor and supervise the EPC Contractor interim O&amp;M period to maximize availability, performance and production of electricity
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 Elaborate, improve the O&amp;M Manual and Procedures based on the version provided by EPC Contractor
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 Participate in the implementation of Plant related IT tools: CMMS, ERP, Cybersecurity
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 Manage all the Plant Outages, Maintenance Tasks, Predictive, Curative... etc
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 Assist in the implementation of HR and Admin Policies.
 
 
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 Qualifications &amp; Skill Sets
 
 
 
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 Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Renewable Energy or equivalent thorough understanding of all aspects of solar PV systems and associated SCADA controls
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 8+ years of experience in managing operations of large-scale PV plants or similar renewable energy facilities, preferably in KSA and or GCC region.
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 Experience working with AC &amp; DC Electricity, PV Systems, Trackers, Inverters, and AC collection Systems
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 Excellent teamwork skills, foster a positive team environment through the collaborative decision making
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 Strong verbal and written communication skills. English fluency required, Arabic a plus.
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 Experience working collaboratively with people and initiatives affecting multiple organization
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 Ability to work in a fast-paced environment under tight deadlines and demanding customers
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 Dedication to electrical safety
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 Ability to work independently while maintaining accountability to site management
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 Coordination of third-party testing services for MV systems
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 Coordination of equipment vendor commissioning processes
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 Proficient with PV inverters and DC collection systems
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 Understanding of major electrical equipment such as switchgear, VAR systems, reclosers, MV transformers
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 Knowledgeable of single axis tracking systems, Inverters, Power transformers, OHTL, Etc
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 Ability to troubleshoot electrical systems within utility PV projects
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 Possess an understanding of the operation of power system protection relays
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 Understanding of Ethernet networks with fibre optic distribution
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 Understanding of the principles and operation of SCADA system, weather forecasting system,
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 Ability to plan, review, and execute a commissioning process, start-up process, shut down process
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 Ability to read electrical, civil, mechanical, I&amp;C drawings and documentation
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 Understanding of LOTO principles, PTW, Management of crisis
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 Proficient in Microsoft Office suite
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O&M Manager (Saudi National)

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O&M Manager (Saudi National)