Operations Manager - HDPE​/PEPipeline Systems

Location: Dammam, Saudi Arabia

Region: MENA
Reporting To: Vice President - Operations
Travel: Up to 40% across KSA & MENA

We are seeking a highly experienced Operations Manager - HDPE / PE100 Tight-Fit Lining to establish, lead, and scale a new Polyethylene (PE) Lining Division across the MENA region.

This is a build-and-lead opportunity for an engineering and operations leader with deep expertise in HDPE/PE100 pipeline systems, tight-fit PE lining, pipeline rehabilitation, liner insertion, fusion technologies, and oil & gas/water flowline applications
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The successful candidate will own the division from technical development, equipment qualification and team building through tendering, project mobilization, field execution, commercial performance, quality, HSE, and regional growth
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• Build and lead the HDPE/PE100 Tight-Fit Lining Division from the ground up.
• Develop regional operating strategies, technical standards, SOPs, execution methodologies, and competency frameworks.
• Recruit, develop, and lead Project Managers, Project Coordinators, Field Supervisors, Fusion Technicians, and project teams
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• Establish the technical and operational capability required to execute projects across Saudi Arabia and the wider MENA region
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• Develop and qualify tight-fit PE lining systems, reduction/reversion and insertion technologies, end terminations, flanges, connectors, fittings, and tie-in methodologies
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• Build strategic relationships with oil & gas operators, EPC contractors, engineering consultants, equipment manufacturers, technology providers, and specialist subcontractors
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• Lead the engineering and technical design of PE100/HDPE liner systems
  , including liner sizing, SDR, pressure ratings, material selection, and pressure/temperature derating.
• Develop and approve technical specifications, design calculations, ITPs, installation procedures, qualification documents, and quality plans
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• Provide technical leadership on buckling/collapse, annular pressure, thermal effects, creep, slow crack growth, liner performance, and long-term integrity
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• Establish and qualify installation procedures and testing methodologies aligned with client and international standards.

• Oversee new-build pipeline liner insertion and rehabilitation of existing steel pipelines
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• Manage HDPE lining applications for hydrocarbon, produced water, and water flowlines
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• Lead field execution involving liner insertion, reduction/reversion, butt fusion, electrofusion, end termination, fittings, flanges, and final tie-ins
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• Ensure adherence to approved welding/fusion procedures, parameters, inspection requirements, and client acceptance criteria.
• Provide rapid technical troubleshooting and support for complex field conditions.

• Identify, evaluate, procure, commission, test, and qualify specialized PE lining, reduction, insertion, fusion, and installation equipment
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• Lead equipment trials, validation, performance testing, and operational qualification.
• Develop and manage approved supplier and technology-partner networks.
• Ensure equipment availability, asset utilization, maintenance, and operational readiness.

• Own the division's revenue, gross margin, forecasting, budgeting, resource planning, and asset utilization
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• Support tenders, technical proposals, cost estimation, feasibility studies, risk assessments, and execution strategies
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• Participate in client presentations, technical discussions, and commercial negotiations.
• Assess upcoming market opportunities and define the required equipment, manpower, certifications, procedures, and technical capabilities to secure and execute future projects.

• Establish a strong HSE, quality, operational discipline, and continuous improvement culture
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• Ensure compliance with company HSE requirements, project quality plans, client specifications, and applicable industry standards.
• Maintain working knowledge of Saudi Aramco engineering standards (SAES), Shell DEP, ADNOC specifications
  , and relevant international pipeline/HDPE standards.
• Drive quality assurance across fusion, liner installation, testing, inspection, documentation, and final acceptance
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• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Pipeline Engineering, Construction Management, or a related technical discipline
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• 15-20+ years of progressive experience in pipeline operations, project management, engineering, or operational leadership.
• Mandatory hands-on and leadership experience in HDPE / PE100 pipeline systems and tight-fit PE lining technologies.
• Proven experience with tight-fit PE liners, pipeline rehabilitation, liner insertion/reduction, and PE lining of existing steel pipelines
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• Strong technical exposure to oil & gas, produced water, water pipelines, flowlines, and industrial…