Job Description

The Shutdowns Leader is responsible for executing shutdown activities in alignment with the established plan and timeline, ensuring safe, efficient, and on-budget completion. This role involves managing on-site activities, coordinating resources, and providing guidance to ensure high-quality shutdown execution. The Shutdowns Leader works closely with the Head of Shutdowns and cross-functional teams to meet operational objectives while adhering to safety, regulatory, and company standards.

Position Specific Accountabilities

• Lead On-Site Shutdown Execution: Oversee the execution of shutdown activities, ensuring adherence to schedules, resource availability, and safety standards.
• Coordinate Daily Shutdown Activities: Coordinate daily shutdown operations, including managing teams, monitoring progress, and addressing challenges to keep activities on track.
• Ensure Compliance with Safety Standards: Maintain strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental (HSE) protocols during all shutdown operations.
• Monitor Resource Utilization: Ensure effective utilization of workforce, equipment, and materials to meet the shutdown schedule and budget requirements.
• Facilitate Stakeholder Communication: Maintain clear communication with the Head of Shutdowns and other stakeholders regarding shutdown progress, issues, and required adjustments.
• Identify and Mitigate Risks: Identify potential risks or challenges during shutdown activities and implement corrective actions or escalate to the Head of Shutdowns as needed.
• Drive Quality and Continuous Improvement: Ensure high-quality execution by monitoring work standards and leading initiatives to improve processes and reduce shutdown durations.
• Support Contractor Management: Provide oversight and guidance to contractors on-site to ensure compliance with timelines, safety, and quality requirements.
• Operational Authority: Authority to make on-the-spot decisions related to shutdown activities to ensure execution aligns with the schedule and quality standards.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Maintenance, or related field

Certifications: Certification in Project Management (e.g., PMP) or equivalent advantage

Industry Knowledge: Strong understanding of shutdown, turnaround and maintenance activities in an industrial environment.

Technical Skills & Experience - Required skills & experience to apply knowledge

Experience: Minimum 8 years of experience in shutdowns or maintenance operations, including at least 3 years in a supervisory role. Proven experience in coordinating shutdowns in industrial settings. Experience working with contractors and cross functional teams to achieve operational goals.

Technical Skills:

- Project Management Tools: Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Primavera PS) to support planning and monitoring shutdown activities.

- Data Analysis: Ability to analyze daily progress and adjust operations to stay on schedule and budget.

- Resource Allocation: Strong skills in managing workforce and equipment to meet project requirements.

Soft Skills:

- Leadership: Strong leadership skills to manage and motivate teams during high-pressure shutdown operations.

- Communication: Excellent communication skills to maintain alignment with stakeholders and provide
clear instructions;

- Problem-Solving: Ability to quickly assess challenges and determine effective solutions to minimize downtime.

Additional Information

- Duration : 12 months

- Start date : 15 April 2026