Job Purpose

We are looking to hire Division Head, Mechanical & HVAC,

This job role is to ensure to lead Mechanical & HVAC Division of Engineering Department while executing various projects handled by the Function.

Key Accountabilities & Working Relationships

Key Accountabilities:

The Division Head, Mechanical & HVAC who will be responsible for but not limited to:

• Manage the Mechanical & HVAC Discipline Engineers for the department.
• Working experience in managing mechanical and HVAC engineers and assisting, where required, engineers in
  discipline related calculations and other deliverables.
• Develop and structure the department’s engineering capabilities for the discipline in line with the work-stream’s strategic development plan, recognizing that engineering services are required in multiple locations for different types of projects.
• Assist the department manager in development and implementation of process and procedures and ERP/CAD system implementation in the engineering.
• Ensure that all engineering resources for the discipline are effectively and efficiently employed and ensure that the duplication of resources across facilities is avoided.
• Plan the human resources for the discipline, recruit and deploy the resources as required over various facilities and projects.
• Select and manage appropriate engineering software for the discipline and ensure its effective and efficient utilization.
• Monitor and ensure achievement of key performance indicators for the engineering discipline.
• Ensure Customer’s technical engineering requirements are identified and understood and ensure that the Discipline meets its contractual obligations from an engineering perspective in all instances.
• Review basic designs provided by third parties for Engineering Procurement Construction projects to ensure the designs meet the Customer’s performance criteria.
• Support projects and production ensuring that engineering deliverables are provided in a timely manner.
• Ensure that engineering considers construction methods and efficiency.
• Manage the subcontractors when engineering activities are outsourced or subcontracted.
• Establish and ensure the use of standard engineering details across the department for the discipline.
• Contribute to the professional development of employees with by providing training and mentoring.
• Support the commercial team and provide technical assistance when required for Bids and Proposals.
• Ensure quality and accuracy of the engineering deliverables for the discipline and compliance with Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) responsibilities.

Working Relationships:

Internal Interactions: 

• Internal Engineering Department, other business work-streams within the company, Engineering Manager, GM Engineering, VP Engineering

External Interactions:

• Suppliers, Subcontractors, Consultants, Inspection Agencies

Who we are looking for

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Experience:

• 9-15 years in managerial role within engineering department of any offshore rig building or ship building industry in related engineering field.

Professional Qualifications (Certifications & Accreditations):

• Preferred – any additional certification / courses in Mechanical and/or HVAC engineering, Drilling systems, project management etc.

Competencies (Knowledge, Skills & Abilities):

• Sound knowledge of international design codes & standards, IMO regulations and class rules.
• Design experience in equipment sizing calculations / selections in jack-up rig projects.
• Knowledge in preparing equipment datasheets and specifications.
• Sound knowledge of mechanical systems including drilling equipment and systems.
• Exposure to AutoCAD and 3D design tools like AVEVA.
• Demonstrated high order interpersonal skills and the ability to operate within a multinational environment.
• Demonstrated ability to influence and motivate others with regards to continuous improvement.
• Ability to manage internal processes against Customer’s expectations.
• Excellent negotiation skills for high valued technically & commercially complex projects.
• Good presentation skill.
• Experience of leading technical contract meeting with Customer for new contracts.
• Ability to understand market data analytics, news, trends and translate these into design.

Languages:

• English. (Mandatory)
• Arabic / Others (desirable)