Production Manager

LIN SCAN – the leading provider of inline inspection services in Oil & Gas field - is looking for to join our Team.
The Production Manager has a key role in our TM/Production chain leading and managing the Mechanical Fabrication, Electronics Assembly, PU Fabrication, Assembly and Testing and Supply Chain teams with the objectives of improving quality, cost and delivery performance.
We will only consider candidates with international exposure.
The job location is in Sharjah, UAE.
Main duties and responsibilities:

• Manage TM/Production Department and all the support staff in Logistics Centers within the LIN SCAN territories. Ensure the proper distribution and delegation of duties up-down within the department. Execute performance evaluation for the departmental personnel.
• Develop and execute corporate strategies for the TM/Production Department and Logistics Centers in Company’s Subsidiaries, which are consistent with the Company objectives.
• Develop the proper communication between the Corporate TM/Production Department and all the Logistics Centers (if applicable) through ERP and regular reporting.
• Review and approve the equipment requests/PIDs from Operations.
• Review and approve the tool preparation plan and all the changes related to it. Maintain ILI tool fleet in current build state.
• Ensures proper allocation of resources to each tool preparation project based on agreed schedules.
• Ensure all technical requirements are covered during the planning and preparation phases.
• Follow up and direct Ops Asset, Production, Supply Chain managers and Ops Asset representatives.
• Control quality of tool preparation project deliverables with supporting managers and quality control representatives.
• Coordinate with other departments to facilitate execution of the Operations project plan with the support of the Managers.
• Ensure production, assets, Supply Chain costs are not exceeding the planned budget for pre-planned and agreed scope of work.
• Timely and accurate report to top management about TM/Production/inventory/logistics activities.
• Ensure on time tool delivery.
• Ensure proper preparation and handover of equipment to Logistics as per Company procedures.
• Ensure Quality & HSE Procedures are applied and followed all over all TM/Production branches.
• Management and formation of Logistics Centers in Head Office and in the Territories.
• Implement tool standardization and upgrade project.
• Participate in review committees for new design concept approval.
• As a natural leader, you will select, develop and motivate your team in a positive manner to perform, meet all the relevant KPI's and help them with their personal development.

Competency Requirements:

• Analytical - synthesizes complex or diverse information.
• Problem solving - identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner, gathers and analyzes information skillfully.
• Communication - able to articulate clearly and persuasively challenges and opportunities in positive or negative situations, demonstrates group presentation skills and conducts productive meetings.
• Delegation - delegates work assignments, gives authority to work independently, sets expectations and monitors delegated activities.
• Leadership - inspires and motivates others to perform and accepts 360 feedback.
• Management skills - include staff in planning, decision-making, facilitating and establishing process improvement initiatives; be available for the staff [when required]; provides regular performance feedback; and develops subordinates’ skills and encourages growth.

Skills/Experience required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Management, or any related field
• Over 7 years of experience in a production or manufacturing management role.
• Experienced in pipeline operations, ideally on projects involving pipeline inspection, integrity assessment, pigging, cleaning, freezing, and hydro-testing. Knowledge of engineering and technology principles and practices, machines, and tools.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Knowledge of production management software (e.g., ERP systems).
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies.

Other:

• Ability to travel without any major visa restrictions.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Readiness for frequent business trips around the world.

Physical and Mental Requirements:

• Lifting and Carrying: Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Mobility: Must be able to walk and climb to perform duties, including maneuvering within a refinery or plant environment and accessing elevated platforms via ladders and stairwells.
• Communication: Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing, or other communication capabilities, to communicate effectively.
• Focus and Multitasking: Ability to maintain focus and multitask effectively.
• Safety Equipment: Must be able to wear safety equipment as required by the safety department for personal protection, if/where needed in manufacturing environments.
• Personal Mobility and Reflexes: Sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes, with or without reasonable accommodations, to perform office duties and travel to off-site locations when necessary.

About PIPECARE Group:

PIPECARE Group offers comprehensive In-Line Inspection Services to identify and size pipeline threats, Utilizing advanced technologies such as Magnetic Flux Leakage, Transverse Field Inspection, Ultrasound, and specialized tools, PIPECARE ensures precise detection and assessment of various pipeline anomalies.

What we do:

In-Line Inspection Services

PIPECARE provides In-Line Inspection Services to locate, identify, and size threats, supporting integrity management requirements.

Inspection Technologies

Magnetic Flux Leakage (MFL): Detects and sizes general corrosion and metal loss anomalies, especially circumferentially oriented.

Transverse Field Inspection (TFI): Detects and sizes general corrosion and metal loss anomalies, primarily axially oriented.

Ultrasound (UT): Detects and sizes general and other metal loss anomalies with high depth sizing accuracy.

Ultrasonic Crack Detection: Detects and sizes cracks and colonies of cracks.

Caliper (Geometry): Detects and sizes deviations in the ideal circular shape of a pipeline (dents, ovalities, wrinkles, etc.).

Specialized Tools and Technologies

Combo Tools: Use multiple measurement systems in various combinations.

Specialized Tubing Technologies: Designed for Furnace and Downhole Operations.

Equal Opportunity Employer: We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.