APQ ASU Training Specialist

Job Description and Qualifications
COMPANY PROFILE
Air Products Qudra (APQ) is a regional development and investment joint
venture (JV) between Air Products and Qudra Energy, a subsidiary of Vision
Invest. Air Products is a world-leading industrial gases company developing,
engineering, building, owning and operating many of the world's largest
industrial gas projects. Vision Invest is a leading development and investment
Holding Company in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, with a diversified portfolio
of investments across several sectors such as Utility, Infrastructure,
Logistics and Industrial Gases with a global operational investment footprint.

NATURE & SCOPE
The ASU Training Specialist, reporting to the Plant Manager, is accountable
for managing the technical training program and executing the training for the
Operations & Maintenance staff for the Jubail Air Separation Facility along
with the ancillary equipment, ie cooling water systems, boiler feed water,
etc. The Training Specialist will in cooperation with the Engineering
Procurement and Construction Company (Air Products) develop and manage a long
term training program for the Operations & Maintenance teams, focusing on
operational excellence resulting in the safe and reliable operation of the
site. The ASU Training Specialsit is part of the operating staff and will
support operations as a day to day function.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES
Safety
* Provide & maintain a safe work environment. Demonstrate leadership with all company & industry safe work processes to prevent all injuries. Train personnel to Insure proper documentation is maintained for safety related activities.
Technical:
* Provide direction & guidance based on technical feedback from Engineering and Maintenance on training required for troubleshooting, maintenance, repair, and test activities.
* Provide training support & guidance for the Operations & Maintenance teams during the commissioning & startup of the facility. Maintain accurate document control and monitor training initiatives, documenting training activities for each of the Operations staff.
* Develop training curriculum with periodic testing for the Operations & Maintenance staff in order to track progression, identify gaps, to insure personnel are prepared to operate the facility in a timely manner.
* Develop advanced training material for the senior operators focusing on safety and efficiency of the process.

Operations
* Insure the safety of all operations personnel by utilizing the APQ Basic Safety Practice program, which includes Safety Work Permits, LOTO, Confined Space, etc. The position trains Operations & Maintenance personnel with assistance from the HSSE team in the planning, organizing, auditing, and follow-up, to build the Air Products safety culture into the APQ.
* Establish & deliver a training program for the ASU Operations & Maintenace teams while supporting the commissioning activities.
* Insure Air Products and APQ standards, and global best practices for EH&S, productivity, reliability, quality, and overall customer services are delivered as part of the training program
* Provide guidance to the ASU operating & maintenance teams through on the job training to ensure the ASU is operated safely, efficiently and in compliance with contractual requirements & on-stream guarantees.
* Support & maintain close working relationships with engineering and maintenance personnel to continuously monitor & evaluate training packages, enhancing when required.
* Provide operations support and participate in investigations and Root Cause Analysis in order to identify & implement sustainable corrective actions.
* Own the operations procedures and train on new procedures as they are developed through the Management of Change Process.
* Onboard new Operators and Maintenance personnel and lead them through the training program, monitoring performance and closing the gaps.
* Act as a Liaison with local technical schools, assisting in developing programs for students sponsored by APQ in the ASU technology

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS
* Bachelor 's degree in Chemical Process Operations, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a ‎2 year Technical school certificate.
* Certified Training Certificate Required
* Experience in process plant operation, demonstrated ASU knowledge, at least ‎10+ years ASU operations experience, with > ‎5 years in a lead or supervisory role
* Track record of success on training Operations & Maintenance in the safe and reliable operation of ASU facilities.
* Demonstrated leadership and proven interpersonal skills.
* A strong commitment to employee involvement, team building and diversity. .
* Knowledgeable in the coordination of operations and maintenance personnel, communicating the requirements of safe and reliable plant operations via classroom and hands on training.
* Good leadership, interpersonal and teamwork skills with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively throughout all levels within the organization and externally.
* Promotes a 'one team' environment
* Ability to communicate and train at all levels on a daily basis.
* Proficiency in English speaking and writing.
* Knowledge and understanding of local environmental and health and safety requirements.
Req No.
37051BR
Employment Status
Full Time
Organization
Middle East, Egypt & Turkey
Business Sector / Division
MEIET Operations
Region
Middle East, Egypt, Turkey (MEET)
Country
Saudi Arabia