Operations Assurance Specialist

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Overall Job Purpose

1.1

This position will evaluate and assure that the interests of the O&M business units during the development phases of proposals and (pre)/FEED phases of projects are fully evaluated and incorporated into design

The position will be responsible for contributing to the operational strategy and structure for the O&M business unit(s) in conjunction with the Development Manager and in line with the receiving Business Unit policies and standards. It will ensure that the technical and operational aspects are thoroughly assessed, evaluated, explained and responded to within each proposal or project.

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Core Responsibilities

Group Fleet Operation

2.1

Promote O&M business and brand awareness across all working locations;

2.2

Represent O&M business unit at Proposal Office location technical / engineering meetings;

2.3

Identify and promote unified & harmonized operational practice across global fleet;

2.4

Review current operation and maintenance performance within the global feet and identify strategic suggestions for improvement.

2.5

Be part of the Operations Assurance Group for the project development

Proposals (Concept Studies, Concept Select, Pre-FEED)

2.6

Review client specifications and requirements and contribute to develop of the operating strategy and implementation plan for O&M phase (including Operations Readiness) to meet contract requirements and MODEC HSEQ-MS requirements;

2.7

Act as O&M business unit representative in technical discussions with clients and potential customers;

2.8

Deliver O&M input into design (documentation review, workshop participation) and subsequent closure of actions items;

2.9

Based on contract requirements and internal standards, collaborate with the Operations Assurance Lead to propose technical deliverables required to meet submission requirements. Assign resources needed and follow up to completion.

2.10

Provide technical input to projects requiring specialized offshore technical and operational expertise, to ensure that novelty, complexity and applicable lessons learned are managed;

2.11

Quantify impact of application of project novelties into design;

2.12

Contribute to project LifeCycle Value (LCV) assessments and calculations;

2.13

Review contract requirements, company requirements to input to Operations Readiness and OPEX budgets;

2.14

Deliver technical inputs to commercial team to perform LCC estimation for major packages;

2.15

Input to O&M manpower and resource plan together with supporting costs;

2.16

Undertake initial operations assessment to identify operations risks;

2.17

Support on frame and prepare the business case to influence competitive scope, through robust solutions; based on CAPEX/OPEX/Availability tradeoffs aiming to make quality decisions;

2.18

Interface with key O&M stakeholders to have endorsement on key decisions;

2.19

Provide operations input to systems/equipment selection and configuration.

New Concept Development & Product Digitalization

2.20

Bringing ideas for new technology development “enabling” future business or “enhancing” project value;

2.21

Represent O&M into technology maturation/qualification process, throughout all phases, making the connections with O&M Business Units;

2.22

Review current approaches to product digitalization and identify additional use cases and / or areas of opportunity for future application of Company’s digital solutions

Post Award Follow-Up (FEED, EPCI & Operations Readiness)

2.23

Input to the overall transition plans between phases. Support technical and operational planning work to secure a seamless transition

2.24

Handover all relevant information to incoming execution teams. Support handover sessions where needed, using standardized handover structures

2.25

Provide on-demand support for early operations assurance processes, and support execution teams until determined and agreed between phase managers

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HSEQ Requirements and Code of Conduct:

3.1

HSEQ: Complies with the MODEC HSEQ Code of Conduct as described in the HSEQ Policies, the 14 HSEQ Standards, and the HSEQ Procedures to protect people and the environment at all times. Has a duty of care to ensure that all personnel work in a manner that is not harmful to their own health and safety and the health and safety of others.

3.2

Compliance: Complies with the MODEC Group Policy Code of Business Conduct and Ethics and expected training at all times.

3.4

Promote risk-based safety approach and process safety fundamentals across business units;

3.5

Provide operational input into new project HAZID/HAZOP as required;

3.6

Participate in periodic safety study reviews, audits and desktop exercises;

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Financial and Operational Dimensions/Impact and Decision-making Authority

4.1

Review Corporate O&M related documentation and sign and approve as Operations Representative for Company Standards as required;

4.2

Subject Matter Expert for Operations Readiness and Operations;

4.3

Represent relevant O&M Business Units / Group Companies for matters related to operational alignment with potential / existing clients.

4.4

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Work Relationships

5.1

Functionally Reporting to: Operations Development Manager

5.2

Positions reporting to this position:

Assignees from other MODEC Group O&M entities, within the ambit / scope of the O&M deliverables that are required for the specific project/proposal assignment

5.3

Working Relationships: Works with Project Managers, Proposal Managers, Engineering Manager and Engineering Discipline Managers in other MODEC entities;

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Job Challenges and Problem Solving

6.1

Influencing others not directly in line of report, but from where or to where action or support is required

6.2

Working with imperfect and incomplete information. Ability to draw conclusions and use reasonable assumptions to form a position or make recommendations for action.

6.3

Working with a globally dispersed team. Synchronous and asynchronous teamwork will be required

6.4

Adopting flexibility in daily work routine – early morning or late evening meetings may be required from time to time

6.5

Travel to developing countries and locations

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Qualifications & Experience

7.1

Educational Qualification:

Tertiary Qualification (preferably Master’s Level) Engineering, Business Management or other managerial field;

15 years hydrocarbon processing / marine / offshore construction / operations and maintenance experience, with at least 10 years related to floating production;

7.2

Certification(s):

No specific requirements for local market professional accreditation

7.3

Relevant Experience:

Experience with company commercial processes, financing and Joint Venture Partner management;

Experience and competency in working in international locations, comprising a mixture of cultures and languages;

Experience working in shipyard / construction sites, operations support and project offices. Offshore work experience highly desirable;