Country Head – Power Transmission & Distribution

Country Head – Power Transmission & Distribution

Location: Kuwait

Industry: Energy / Power / Utilities

Employment Type: Full-Time | Senior Leadership

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Country Head for Power Transmission & Distribution to lead and oversee all T&D operations, business development, and project execution activities in Kuwait. The ideal candidate will have deep technical expertise in power systems combined with strong leadership and commercial acumen.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Define and execute the country-level strategy for the T&D business in alignment with regional and global objectives.
• Represent the organization with government bodies, utilities, and key stakeholders in Kuwait.
• Drive business growth through new project wins, partnerships, and client relationships.

Business Development

• Identify and pursue new opportunities in Kuwait's power transmission and distribution sector.
• Build and maintain relationships with Kuwait Ministry of Electricity & Water (MEW), Kuwait Oil Company (KOC), and other key clients.
• Lead tendering, bid strategy, and contract negotiations for major T&D projects.

Project & Operations Management

• Oversee end-to-end delivery of T&D projects including substations, overhead lines, underground cables, and grid modernization initiatives.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality and safety standards.
• Monitor project KPIs and take corrective action where necessary.

Financial Management

• Manage the country P&L, budgets, forecasting, and cost controls.
• Drive revenue growth and profitability targets for the Kuwait business unit.
• Oversee contract management, invoicing, and cash flow.

Team Leadership

• Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing multidisciplinary team of engineers, project managers, and support staff.
• Foster a culture of safety, excellence, and continuous improvement.
• Drive talent development and succession planning.

Regulatory & Compliance

• Ensure full compliance with Kuwait's regulatory framework, local laws, and international standards (IEC, IEEE, etc.).
• Maintain HSE (Health, Safety & Environment) standards across all operations.
• Manage relationships with local authorities and ensure all permits and licenses are in order.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (mandatory)
• Master's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or Project Management (preferred)

Experience

• Minimum 15–20 years of experience in the power T&D sector
• At least 5 years in a senior leadership or country/regional head role
• Proven track record of managing large-scale T&D projects (132kV, 220kV, 400kV substations, transmission lines, distribution networks)
• Prior experience working in Kuwait or the GCC region is strongly preferred

Technical Skills

• Deep knowledge of power transmission and distribution systems, grid infrastructure, and smart grid technologies
• Familiarity with SCADA, protection systems, and energy management systems
• Understanding of EPC and LSTK contract models

Soft Skills

• Strong leadership, decision-making, and stakeholder management skills
• Excellent negotiation and communication abilities
• Ability to navigate government and regulatory environments in Kuwait
• Culturally aware with experience working in the Middle East

Preferred Certifications

• PMP (Project Management Professional)
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) status
• HSE certifications (NEBOSH or equivalent)

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive tax-free salary (commensurate with experience)
• Housing and transport allowance
• Annual airfare and family benefits
• Medical insurance
• Performance-based bonus
• Annual leave as per Kuwait Labour Law

Languages

• English (mandatory)
• Arabic (advantageous)