Vice President Operations & Maintenance Power
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EtihadWE seeks a Vice President Operations & Maintenance Power to lead and manage the operations and maintenance of power generation and distribution assets. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field and 12-16 years of experience in power generation with a leadership role.
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Responsibilities
- Develop and execute a comprehensive O&M strategy for the power sector in alignment with EtihadWE overall objectives
- Provide leadership in setting long term operational goals and performance metrics for power generation, transmission, and distribution assets
- Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to ensure efficient operations, reduced downtime, and optimal utilization of resources
- Oversee the day to day operations of all power generation and distribution facilities
- Ensure the reliable, safe, and efficient generation and delivery of electrical power to consumers
- Develop and enforce protocols to manage emergencies, outages, and equipment failures
- Lead all preventive and corrective maintenance programs
- Manage the lifecycle of assets, identifying opportunities for capital improvements, retrofits, and upgrades
- Champion a culture of safety within the O&M team
- Develop and manage the annual O&M budget for power generation and distribution facilities
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Energy Management, or related field
- Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA), Engineering, or related discipline preferred
- 12 to 16 years experience in power generation, operations, and maintenance, with a leadership role
- Strong leadership, team management, and interpersonal skills
- Excellent financial management skills
- Deep technical knowledge of power generation, transmission, and distribution systems
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Join Our Team
- We are seeking a talented and experienced Vice President Operations & Maintenance Power at EtihadWE.
- In this key role, you will lead and manage the operations and maintenance of EtihadWE power generation and distribution assets.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute a comprehensive O&M strategy for the power sector in alignment with EtihadWE overall objectives.
- Provide leadership in setting long term operational goals and performance metrics for power generation, transmission, and distribution assets.
- Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to ensure efficient operations, reduced downtime, and optimal utilization of resources.
- Ensure that O&M strategies align with regulatory and environmental compliance requirements, industry best practices, and technological innovations.
- Oversee the day to day operations of all power generation and distribution facilities, including power plants, substations, transformers, and transmission lines.
- Ensure the reliable, safe, and efficient generation and delivery of electrical power to consumers, optimizing system performance and minimizing interruptions.
- Develop and enforce protocols to manage emergencies, outages, and equipment failures, ensuring quick recovery and minimal operational impact.
- Supervise the scheduling and coordination of operational activities to meet both peak demand and regulatory requirements.
- Lead all preventive and corrective maintenance programs, ensuring that equipment and systems are properly maintained to prevent unexpected failures.
- Manage the lifecycle of assets, identifying opportunities for capital improvements, retrofits, and upgrades to extend the life and enhance the efficiency of equipment.
- Ensure that maintenance activities comply with safety standards and regulations, reducing downtime and maximizing asset availability.
- Oversee the implementation of predictive and condition based maintenance technologies to improve asset performance and reduce unscheduled outages.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Energy Management, or a related field.
- Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA), Engineering, or a related discipline is preferred.
- 12 to 16 years experience in power generation, operations, and maintenance, with a leadership role.
- Strong leadership, team management, and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent financial management skills.
- Strong analytical and problem solving abilities.
- High level of initiative, self motivation, and accountability.
- Strategic thinking and the ability to align O&M initiatives with broader business objectives.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
- Deep technical knowledge of power generation, transmission, and distribution systems.
Why Join EtihadWE?
- At EtihadWE, we’re shaping the future of the utilities sector while fostering an inclusive and innovative work environment.
- Be part of a team that values integrity, excellence, and collaboration.
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