Operations Project Manager - Middle East

Refined Technologies•Spring, TX

20h

About The Position

At Refined Technologies, we believe operating with an eternal purpose fuels excellence . This guides everything we do; it gives us a purpose that is greater than ourselves. RTI is the leader in the chemical cleaning segment of the refining industry, providing patented chemistries, processes, and equipment for cleaning and treating units during shutdowns. While focused on clients, we are fueled by our mission to: Honor God Always, Help People Develop, Pursue Excellence, and Earn a Profit. We are a fast-paced, dynamic, and entrepreneurial-minded organization full of servant-hearted leaders. Want to know more about our culture? Check out the RTI Playbook . If you’re ready for your work to matter, we’re ready to hear from you! As we continue to grow internationally, we’re looking to expand our talented Operations team in the Middle East. RTI employs a staff of Operations Project Managers that are highly experienced in operating petroleum refining and/or chemicals processes and equipment. Daily, our Operations Project Managers work with refinery operations personnel and turnaround professionals to plan and carry out process unit shutdown, clearing, and chemical cleaning strategies. While this role will primarily focus on the Middle Eastern market, there may be opportunities to support projects in other regions as part of our global operations team.

Requirements

5 + years of refinery, upgrader, gas plants or chemical plant operations experience, and/or successful completion of Process Technician program.
The ability to independently and efficiently planning projects.
2 years of experience diagnosing and solving complex operational problems in a refinery setting.
Knowledge and understanding of complex process units and piping circuits gained through refinery operator experience.
Demonstrated ability to quickly master software tools.
History of consistently safe work practices in operational settings.
Demonstrated ability to clearly and confidently communicate plans to plant personnel at multiple organizational levels.

Nice To Haves

1 year of experience in a lead turnaround role strongly preferred.
Demonstrated evidence of RTI core behaviors: Displaying a servant’s heart: helping others, giving credit, humility in our actions and words, and appreciation for the contributions of others.
Exhibiting enthusiasm: strong work ethic, investment in relationships, driven to excel.
Lead with empathy: care and compassion in our interactions, connect everyone’s gifts with organization and client needs, listening actively and responding thoughtfully.

Responsibilities

Independently creates, reviews, and implements MOC-level clearing and cleaning plans using computer-based documents and developer programs, and in-depth industry knowledge.
Follows and implements best practices through consistent use of RTI’s project planning and execution Roadmap.
Trains appropriate client personnel on RTI’s cleaning and clearing strategies, acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience.
Follows-up with clients to ensure that we meet or exceed their expectations; communicates results internally and resolves shortfalls.
Conducts business in a safe manner consistent with RTI’s Core Behaviors, with an emphasis on a servant's heart and competitive urgency.
Builds key relationships with multiple levels of employees at our client companies.
Controls costs through daily prudent decisions.
Identifies and implements operational efficiencies both internally (RTI) and externally (client) by taking a new perspective on existing solutions.
Ensures that effective JSAs are completed and reviewed and adheres to all client site entry and safety requirements.
Onsite safety liaison for projects in his/her control, performs work safely in all plant settings; identifies potential safety incidents, escalates, and mitigates as necessary to prevent incidents from occurring; communicates to clients and internally to share lessons learned.
Completes Incident Reports and participates in cause finding and corrective action.
Completes all project close out tasks and documentation.
Leads and builds diverse teams of people (RTI, client, other contractors, etc.) during implementation of a project designed to execute clearing and cleaning activities in refineries.