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Apply for the Shift Engineer position in Jubail, Saudi Arabia with ENGIE Saudi Arabia. Lead power and desalination plant operations, ensure HSE compliance, manage shift teams, and optimize plant performance. Full-time permanent role.

Shift Engineer – Power & Desalination Plant Operations

Location: Jubail, Saudi Arabia
Company: ENGIE Saudi Arabia (Jubail O&M Company Limited)
Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent
Experience Level: Skilled (3–15 Years)
Education: Bachelor’s Degree
Business Unit: GBU Renewables & Flexible Power
Posting Date: December 16, 2025
Requisition ID: 58330

Job Overview

ENGIE Saudi Arabia is seeking an experienced Shift Engineer to lead operational shift teams at its power generation and desalination facility in Jubail, Saudi Arabia. The role is responsible for ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations, maintaining optimal power and water export, and supporting continuous operational excellence.

This position requires strong leadership, decision-making abilities, and hands-on experience with modern power generation and water desalination technologies.

Key Responsibilities

Safety, Quality & Environment (HSE)

Lead and enforce the Safety Management System and Environmental Management System
Ensure full compliance with IMS, ISO standards, and ENGIE safety policies
Prepare and manage safety documentation as per JOMEL safety rules
Ensure proper implementation of the Permit to Work (PTW) system

Plant Operations

Lead shift operations to achieve plant performance targets
Ensure optimal export of power and desalinated water
Coordinate closely with operations and maintenance teams
Monitor plant equipment parameters to identify early signs of abnormal operation
Initiate corrective actions to prevent unplanned outages
Oversee chemical processes, water sampling, and quality control
Ensure environmental compliance and operational safety

People Management & Leadership

Maintain high standards of leadership, ethics, and professionalism
Establish and support training and development programs
Lead performance management by setting objectives and reviewing results
Promote a learning organization culture through lessons learned
Support succession planning for critical roles
Ensure effective vertical and horizontal communication within shift teams
Act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) and provide technical training when required

Policies, Procedures & SOPs

Ensure all operations follow approved Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
Communicate and train teams on updated procedures and instructions
Maintain full compliance with operational guidelines

Plant Defects, Maintenance & Planning

Raise and track work orders for plant defects
Coordinate planned and unplanned maintenance activities
Prepare safety isolation documentation for maintenance execution
Liaise with Senior Shift Engineer and maintenance teams

Coordination & Control Centers

Maintain strong coordination with:
- Power Control Centers
- Gas Control Centers
- Sea Water & Water Control Centers
Support availability declarations and operational planning requirements

Decision-Making Authority

Operates under the guidance of the Senior Shift Engineer
Authorized to plan and manage assigned activities within defined boundaries
Escalates exceptional or non-routine issues for approval and guidance

Accountabilities

HSE compliance and audit performance
ISO standards compliance
Achievement of plant operational targets
Accuracy and quality of operational reporting

Required Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related discipline
3 to 15 years of experience in:
- Power generation plants
- Cogeneration or desalination facilities
Strong knowledge of plant operations, maintenance coordination, and safety systems
Excellent leadership, communication, and analytical skills

Shift Engineer Job in Jubail, Saudi Arabia | ENGIE Saudi Arabia Power & Desalination