Power Plant Manager

Key Responsibilities Manage the daily operation and maintenance of the power plant, including boilers, turbines, compressors, boiler water treatment plant and other related accessories and services.Ensure continuous and reliable supply of power and steam to production facilities.Develop and implement preventive and corrective maintenance schedules to minimize downtime. And ensure proper upkeep of the asset all the time.Monitor plant performance indicators and take corrective actions to improve efficiency and reliability.Bring cost efficiency both in fuel consumption as well as overheads through continuous improvement initiativesEnsure compliance with safety, environmental, and energy regulations and company policies.Lead the team of engineers, technicians, and operators, ensuring proper training and development.Plan and manage the annual power plant budget, including fuel and maintenance costs.Review, record, analyze and circulate technical reports, maintenance logs, and performance summaries.Manage effective and smooth relationship and coordinate with other functions and customersLead and champion energy-saving, sustainability and eco friendly initiatives.Liaise with external vendors, contractors and OEMs for all equipment and utility service related matters Qualifications Education & ExperienceBachelors degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Power Engineering.Minimum 810 years of experience in power plant operations, with at least 3 years in a managerial/supervisory role.Demonstrated and proven experience of successfully installation, commissioning, and operations of multi fuel high pressure boilers, steam turbines and co-generation systemExcellent technical knowledge of power generation and distribution systems, more specifically, operation and maintenance of thermal power plant including boiler water chemistry, and steam purity requirementKnowledge of regulatory requirements related to environment and safety Certificates Required Certified Power Plant Professional (CPP) or equivalent is preferred/ Boiler Proficiency certificate (BOE)Safety and environmental certifications are an advantage. Needed Skills Strong leadership and people management skills.Analytical and problem-solving abilitiesStrong decision-making and crisis management skills.Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.Computer Skills: Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) for analysis and presentations. Familiarity with SCADA, DCS. Power management system and maintenance management systems (CMMS).Language Skills: Proficient in English for communication, reporting, and documentation. Arabic speaking and reading proficiency is a plus.