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Executive Director - Operations & Maintenance

Riyadh Permanent View Job Description
Act as the Executive Director of Operations & Maintenance for SPV and lead the Long-Term Operation & Maintenance (LTOM) contract with the client for two of the largest Wastewater Treatment Plants
  • Opportunity to lead a key department within a reputable organisation in Riyadh.
  • Work in a professional and supportive environment.

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established, medium-sized organisation in the water and wastewater treatment industry with focus on ISTP Construction, PM/PMO and Operations & Management.

Job Description

Operations & Maintenance

  • Ensure safe and efficient operation of both STPs.
  • Deliver contractual KPIs and plant performance targets.
  • Optimize manpower, budgets, and operational costs.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives.



Contract & Stakeholder Management

  • Act as the primary interface with the client.
  • Manage LTOM contractual obligations, deliverables, and compliance.
  • Protect contractual and commercial interests.
  • Manage relationships with regulators, EPC contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers.



EPC Oversight

  • Coordinate EPC activities through Project Execution team.
  • Monitor EPC deliverables and contractual compliance.



Leadership & Governance

  • Lead the O&M management team.
  • Develop staffing strategies and organizational capabilities.
  • Report to the board & COO.
  • Ensure proper risk management, business continuity, and governance.

The Successful Applicant

Qualifications

  • Engineering degree (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or Sanitary).
  • 15 years' experience in water/wastewater treatment plant operations.
  • Experience managing PPP/LTOM contracts and major stakeholders.



Critical Success Factors

  • Strong wastewater O&M leadership.
  • Client relationship management.
  • Contractual and commercial management.
  • Budget and P&L ownership.
  • Ability to manage a complex SPV environment involving O&M, EPC, regulators, and shareholders.

What's on Offer

  • Opportunity to lead a key department within a reputable organisation in Riyadh.
  • Work in a professional and supportive environment.



Contact
Joel Thomas
Quote job ref
JN-062026-7042486

Job summary

Sector
Property
Subsector
Property & Asset Management
Industry
Energy & Natural Resources
Location
Riyadh
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Joel Thomas
Job reference
JN-062026-7042486

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