Production Manager Advisor

Reference Number EGP0245

Production Manager Advisor

Closing date for applications 9 October 2013 Country Egypt City Cairo Function/Discipline Operations Employment Category This is a permanent role This role is offered on local or expat conditions Working Hours Standard hours apply Full/Part-Time Full Time Number of Roles Available 1 Salary A competive package will be offered

The Organisation We’ve been a key investor in Egypt for the last 20 years helping to develop the country’s natural gas industry. Thanks to our role as one of country’s leading foreign investors, we account for 40 per cent of Egypt’s gas production. Today, Egypt is a core country for BG Group a cornerstone of our Atlantic Basin LNG strategy.

Position Summary Working within the Egyptian LNG Joint Venture Partner, this position will provide oversite, direction, leadership and management into the daily operations of the 7.5 MMTPA Egyptian LNG processing facility. This facility is the key revenue stream for BG's operations in Egypt, and ensuring maximum safe uptime for the facility is key to delivering this value.

Key Accountabilities The role is to provide operational input and day-to-day management guidance and strategy to ensure the LNG trains produce LNG safely, efficiently, reliably and in an ethical manner.  Also, the advisor, in a support role, is responsible for the maintenance and update as required of the site Operations Policies in regards to the organization, HS&E, and Production Management Systems Standards and Guidelines.  The job holder is required to represent the Production Division on matters relating to the business policy, manpower and budgets.  The job holder is responsible for ensuring teamwork and professionalism is developed and maintained amongst all Production Division employees and contractors.  In extending broader influence, the job holder is also to work alongside other Egyptian LNG management personnel to ensure their organizations adopt and successfully implement the Best Practices of the LNG industry world-wide.  The job holder is responsible, along with the Production Manager, for ensuring that during abnormal operations such as project implementation and shutdowns, the plant does not negatively affect the Environment, Safety, Reliability or Efficiency of the existing facility or its neighbours. HSSE Every individual has a duty to both themselves and those around them to ensure that safe practice is adhered to at all times. In addition to any specific accountabilities for HSSE, all employees are accountable for ensuring that they take care of themselves and adopt exemplary safe behaviours.

Unique Knowledge, Skills, Experience and Attribute Qualifications: Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience. Knowledge & Experience: Prior LNG experience would be a notable advantage for the applicant.   The facility is located near to Alexandria, Egypt. Ideally the candidate would need to have experienced a number of different cultures, and be able to respond positively to the local environment. The jobholder will have managerial experience within the Oil and Gas industry. Direct experience in other LNG operations would be a strong advantage.  Previous Joint Venture and foreign assignments is preferred. The jobholder must have experience with the full integration and management of a number of functions within an organization. Have experience of setting up effective, efficient, safe operations with minimal oversight and direction from management. Have experience of dealing with 3rd party suppliers, such as upstream gas suppliers; regulatory agencies; vendors, contractors etc. in a professional and effective manner. Have demonstrable understanding sales contracts and agreements. Skills & Attributes: Excellent command of English language and computer literate. Knowledge and use of the Arabic language would be a plus but not essential. Business Support: Identify opportunities for operation optimization and better working practices. Ability to demonstrate strong, dynamic team leadership skills. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, peer group, management and outside interests. Skills are needed for effective presentation skills, language skills, computer skills, interpersonal skills Capable of setting priorities in line with Company mission and vision. Have an analytical mind to get to root cause of any operational problems related to the division. Capable of managing multiple disciplines within the Production department. Well organised with safe work attitude. Demonstrate safety conscious and willing to lead in this critical function.

Additional Information for External Candidates BG Group values diversity and is committed to equal opportunities; applications are welcome from all suitably qualified candidates.   Please note that after the closing date you will no longer be able to apply for the vacancy. The specific time of closing is midnight UK time on the date displayed. BG Group also reserves the right to close vacancies before the advertised closing date without prior notice.

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