Site Manager – Integrated Refinery & Petrochemical Operations

Site Manager – Integrated Refinery & Petrochemical OperationsKingdom of Saudi Arabia | Full-Time | Senior Leadership AppointmentLHR Americas, an international executive search firm headquartered in Katy, Texas (USA), is leading a confidential executive search for a Senior Site Manager to oversee contractor operations at a globally recognized integrated refinery and petrochemical complex in Saudi Arabia. This confidential process is personally led by Carlos G. Lopez, Managing Director at LHR Americas.LinkedIn profile:https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlos-guillermo-lopez-lhr/We welcome applications from Saudi Nationals and/or experienced expatriates eligible to work in the Kingdom who bring strong technical depth and leadership within complex refinery and petrochemical environments.The Industrial EnvironmentRefining (diesel, jet fuel, gasoline streams, naphtha)Petrochemical feedstocks (ethylene, propylene)Polymer production (polyethylene, polypropylene)High-value chemical intermediates serving global downstream industriesOperational reliability, asset integrity, and safety performance are mission‑critical.Your MissionLead full maintenance oversight across assigned plant areasDrive reliability performance and maintenance KPIsEnsure strict compliance with HSE and corporate safety standardsGovern contractor performance, claims, change orders, and invoice approvalsProvide contractual and operational checks & balancesResolve technical and commercial disputes with mature leadershipStrengthen technical capability through workforce developmentThis is a high‑accountability leadership role requiring strategic vision combined with strong technical authority.Ideal ProfileBachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, or Chemical)Minimum 15+ years of solid refinery and/or petrochemical maintenance experience, with strong technical expertise in maintenance engineering, asset reliability, integrity systems, and shutdown/turnaround environmentsDemonstrated expertise in preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance strategiesStrong hands‑on knowledge of CMMS systems, RCM methodologies, and performance optimizationProven leadership of large multidisciplinary maintenance teamsStrong commercial and contractual governance experienceAbility to operate effectively in high‑pressure, multicultural industrial environmentsWe are seeking a leader who is technically respected, operationally disciplined, and strategically minded.Why Consider Saudi Arabia?For expatriate professionals, this opportunity represents more than career growth — it offers participation in one of the most ambitious national transformations globally. Saudi Arabia is a vibrant country with one of the most robust economies in the region, driven by its strategic Vision 2030 transformation plan.By joining this opportunity, you and your family will:Live in a modern, multicultural environmentExperience major global sporting and cultural events taking place across the KingdomBenefit from world‑class residential communities and international infrastructureBe located on the West Coast near the Red Sea, in a strategic industrial regionBe within approximately two hours of Jeddah, one of the most dynamic and cosmopolitan cities in the countryThe Kingdom today offers professional growth combined with an evolving lifestyle opportunity.Selection Process TimelineProcess Launch: Wednesday, February 18 – February 25Preselected Candidates Presented to Client: Thursday, February 26Following client review, shortlisted finalists will be invited to technical interviewsThis is a structured and time‑sensitive executive search process.Application RequirementsTo be considered, candidates must:Submit an updated Resume (CV) in EnglishComplete and answer all questions in the application formIncomplete applications will not be reviewed.