Utilities Lead

COMPANY OVERVIEW                                                                               

NEOM is an accelerator of human progress and a vision of what a new future might look like. A region in northwest Saudi Arabia on the Red Sea, NEOM is being built from the ground up to include hyperconnected, cognitive cities, ports, next-generation infrastructure and industries, enterprise zones, research centers, sports and entertainment venues and tourist destinations.

As a destination, it will be a home for people who dream big and want to be part of building a new model for exceptional livability, creating thriving businesses and reinventing environmental conservation.

As a workplace, it is a place for people who share our core values of care, curiosity, diversity, passion, respect, and becoming a catalyst for change.

Are you ready to help NEOM find solutions to the world’s most pressing challenges? Are you prepared to create a legacy that benefits generations to come? Then we want to hear from you!

ROLE OVERVIEW

The role of the Utilities Lead is to manage, maintain and optimize the medium voltage (MV) electrical system within the NEOM Communities. This role requires an understanding of MV electrical systems safety protocols, and maintenance practices to ensure the reliability and efficiency of the MV equipment.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES & ACTIVITIES

Functionally:

• Design Reviews: Review and update MV Electrical system designs, ensuring they meet safety and regulatory requirements.
• MV System Management: Oversee the transition of MV electrical assets from contractor to operation and maintenance team. Identify opportunities for equipment upgrades, modernization, and efficiency improvements within the MV system.
• Minor Works Projects: Support in planning, coordinating, and executing minor works projects.
• Maintenance and Troubleshooting: Oversee routine maintenance, repairs, and inspections of MV Equipment and networks to ensure optimal performance and longevity. Investigate electrical related equipment issues and failures through root cause analysis and diagnoses and resolve issues and faults in MV systems.
• Emergency Response: Participate in emergency response efforts during MV system failures or out-ages. Coordinate and assist in the restoration of power.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of MV system configurations, maintenance activities, and equipment specifications. Generate technical reports and documentation as required.
• Regulatory Compliance: Stay updated on industry regulations, codes, and standards pertaining to MV systems. Ensure compliance with relevant requirements.
• Safety Compliance: Ensure all MV Systems adhere to safety standards and regulations. Implement safety procedures and conduct risk assessments.
• Training and Knowledge Sharing: Provide training and guidance to junior staff in MV systems, safety procedures, and best practices.
• Management and assistance of Service Partners: Maintain full understanding of agreed SLA and KPIs to be delivered by contracted Service Partner. Assist Service Partner technical staff to process requests promptly and accurately.
• Ad hoc tasks: All other duties reasonably requested by NEOM Operations team.

BACKGROUND, SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge Skills and Experience

• 3+ years of operational experience in MV systems related to operations and maintenance.
• Operational experience in power generators
• Operational experience in testing and commission as well as project handover
• Knowledge of safety protocols and regulations related to MV systems.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities
• Proficiency in computer software, including Microsoft Office, CAD and ETAP
• Excellent technical writing skills
• Proficiency in English (required)
• Flexibility to respond to a range

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering
• Relevant certification or training medium voltage systems and safety.
• Ideal Membership of relevant Institute or Society