Manager Mechanical Maintenance (BOP / ASU – 900 TPD)

Purpose of the Role 
 To lead and manage all mechanical maintenance activities for the 900 TPD Air Separation Unit (ASU) at Duqm, ensuring high equipment reliability, plant availability, safety compliance, and cost optimization, 

Job Responsibilities (KRA)
 Initially work closely with the project team during the construction phase of the 900 TPD ASU plant, leading all mechanical construction and erection activities.

  Oversee installation, alignment, and commissioning of critical equipment including: 

o Air compressors, expanders, cryogenic pumps o Cold box systems, pipelines, and static equipment 

 Ensure compliance with engineering standards, safety requirements, and project timelines during construction. 

 Coordinate with EPC contractors, vendors, and cross-functional teams for smooth project execution. 

 Post-commissioning, transition into the plant maintenance team and take ownership of: 

o Mechanical maintenance strategy and execution o Equipment, reliability and performance optimization 

o Preventive and predictive maintenance programs 

 Support plant stabilization, performance testing, and ramp-up activities after commissioning. 

 1. Maintenance Leadership & Strategy 

 Lead mechanical maintenance for both ASU 

 Develop and implement preventive, predictive, and reliability-centered maintenance (RCM) programs. 

 Ensure alignment of maintenance activities with plant production targets. 

2. Equipment Management 

 Air compressors, expanders, turbines 

 Cryogenic pumps & cold box systems 

 Heat exchangers and cryogenic pipelines 

 Water Pumps , Cryogenics Pumps , 

 EOT Crane 

 Static Equipment 

 Cooling towers, chilled water systems 

 Utility compressors, air dryers  Firewater systems, storage tanks 

 Nitrogen/Oxygen distribution pipelines 

 Ensure maximum reliability and availability of all equipment. 

3. Reliability & Troubleshooting

  Lead Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA) for critical failures. 

 Improve Reliability through structured maintenance practices.

  Implement condition monitoring techniques (vibration, thermography, oil analysis). 

 4. Shutdown & Turnaround Management 

 Plan and execute annual shutdowns and major overhauls. 

 Coordinate with operations, contractors, and OEMs. 

 Ensure adherence to schedule, cost, safety, and quality requirements. 

5. Safety & Compliance 

 Ensure compliance with: 

o HSE standards and company safety policies 

o Cryogenic safety procedures 

o Permit-to-Work (PTW) system 

 Drive a zero-incident safety culture. 

6. Budgeting & Cost Control 

 Prepare and manage maintenance budgets. 

 Optimize maintenance costs and spare part inventory. 

 Ensure availability of critical spares for uninterrupted operations 

 7. Team Management 

 Lead, mentor, and develop a team of engineers, supervisors, and technicians.

  Allocate manpower effectively for routine, shift, and shutdown activities.

  Drive performance through KPI monitoring.

 8. Vendor & Contractor Management 

 Manage OEMs and external contractors.

 Evaluate technical proposals and ensure quality execution. 

 Coordinate approvals and decisions with Head – ASU. 

9. Reporting & Documentation 

 Report regularly to Head – ASU on: 

o Equipment performance 

o Maintenance KPIs and breakdowns 

 Maintain records in CMMS (SAP / Maximo preferred). 

 Update SOPs and maintenance procedures. 

10. Continuous Improvement 

 Drive initiatives in: 

o Reliability enhancement 

o Energy efficiency 

o Digital and predictive maintenance systems 

Job Requirements (KPI)
Experience Required 

 8–15 years in: 

o ASU / Cryogenic / Industrial Gas plants (preferred) 

o Steel /Ammonia / 

 At least 3–5 years in a managerial or supervisory role .

 Key Skills & Competencies 

 Strong expertise in ASU mechanical systems 

 Advanced knowledge of rotating & static equipment 

 Hands-on experience in: 

o Compressors, pumps, turbines 

o Alignment, vibration analysis, troubleshooting

 Ability to read P&IDs and engineering drawings 

 Leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills 

 Experience with SAP & CAD drawing /3D model 

 Experience with piping isometric drawings 

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

 Plant uptime & equipment availability

 FMEA (Failure Modes and Effects Analysis) 

 Maintenance cost vs budget

 Shutdown execution efficiency 

 Safety performance (Zero incidents) 

Work Environment

  Plant-based role in Duqm industrial zone 

 Exposure to cryogenic and heavy industrial systems