Shutdown Execution and SIMOPS Specialist

Title

Shutdown Execution & SIMOPS Specialist

Start Date:

ASAP (typically within 1 month notice)

Location:

Qatar

• Shutdown Planning & Execution
  • Develop, review, and coordinate detailed shutdown execution plans and schedules.
  • Ensure all shutdown activities are properly sequenced and aligned with project timelines and client requirements.
  • Lead the execution of shutdown operations, ensuring activities are delivered safely, efficiently, and within schedule.
• SIMOPS Management
  • Plan and manage SIMOPS activities, ensuring safe coexistence of concurrent operations.
  • Identify SIMOPS risks and implement mitigation strategies in coordination with HSE teams.
  • Facilitate SIMOPS meetings and ensure compliance with approved procedures and guidelines.
• Interface Coordination
  • Act as the focal point between operations, maintenance, contractors, and project teams.
  • Ensure seamless communication and coordination among all stakeholders involved in shutdown activities.
• Permit to Work (PTW) Oversight
  • Monitor and control PTW systems during shutdown execution.
  • Ensure strict adherence to safety procedures, isolation requirements, and regulatory compliance.
• Work Prioritization
  • Identify critical tasks and prioritize shutdown activities based on operational requirements and risk assessments.
  • Optimize execution strategy to minimize downtime and operational disruptions.
• Resource & Logistics Coordination
  • Coordinate manpower, materials, equipment, and logistics for shutdown execution.
  • Ensure availability of required resources in alignment with shutdown schedules.
• Progress Monitoring & Reporting
  • Track shutdown progress against planned schedules and KPIs.
  • Prepare and present daily/weekly reports highlighting progress, risks, and mitigation plans.
• Startup & Handover Coordination
  • Support safe and efficient plant startup post-shutdown.
  • Ensure proper system handover, documentation, and close-out of punch lists.

• Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering (BE / BTech – Mechanical is mandatory)
• Experience Required
  • 8 to 12 years of experience in the oil & gas industry
  • Proven experience in shutdown planning and execution, SIMOPS coordination in live operating environments, brownfield or operational facilities (preferred in Qatar or GCC)
  • Experience working on large-scale EPC projects or with major operators is highly desirable