Turnaround Mechanical Supervisor Olympus Energy Solutions Netherlands

About Aramco: Global Energy Leadership

Aramco stands as the world’s preeminent integrated energy and chemicals company, operating one of the largest proven crude oil reserves and maintaining the lowest upstream carbon intensity in its industry. Headquartered in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia, Aramco’s global operations span exploration, production, refining, distribution, shipping, and marketing, with expanding international projects and joint ventures. The company’s strategic expansion into downstream operations and international ventures has created significant opportunities for professionals in engineering, operations, safety, and support functions across United States and European operations.

This recruitment initiative represents Aramco’s commitment to building world-class project teams for major international developments, including refining and chemical joint ventures, liquefied natural gas (LNG) projects, and strategic infrastructure investments. The company seeks to attract experienced professionals with proven track records in large-scale industrial operations, particularly those with expertise in process industries, heavy fabrication, and complex project execution. Aramco’s reputation for technical excellence and operational discipline makes these positions highly sought after in the global energy sector.

Position Overview: Engineering and Operations Roles

Aramco is recruiting for multiple positions across engineering, technical operations, safety, and project support functions. These roles support both existing international operations and new project developments across the United States and European regions. Below are detailed descriptions of key position categories.

Engineering Positions

Mechanical Engineering Roles

• Mechanical Engineers: Professionals responsible for design review, equipment specification, reliability engineering, and maintenance optimization for rotating equipment, pressure vessels, and mechanical systems in refining, petrochemical, or LNG facilities. Requires expertise in API standards, ASME codes, and vibration analysis.

• Fabrication Engineers: Specialists overseeing fabrication processes for pressure vessels, heat exchangers, structural steel, and piping assemblies. Responsibilities include welding procedure qualifications, non-destructive testing oversight, and fabrication quality assurance.

• Piping Engineers: Engineers focused on piping system design, stress analysis, material selection, and layout optimization for process plants. Requires knowledge of ASME B31.3, Caesar II software, and piping material specifications.

• Mechanical Supervisors & Foremen: Experienced leaders managing mechanical maintenance teams, overseeing turnaround activities, and ensuring mechanical integrity program compliance. Typically requires 10+ years in refinery or petrochemical environments.

Instrumentation and Control Engineering

• Instrumentation Engineers: Professionals designing, specifying, and maintaining process instrumentation, control valves, safety instrumented systems (SIS), and distributed control systems (DCS). Expertise in IEC 61511, fieldbus technologies, and process automation essential.

• Instrument Technicians & Fitters: Skilled technicians performing calibration, installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of process instrumentation, analyzers, and control systems in hazardous area classified locations.

Safety and Health Positions

Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) Roles

• Safety Officers & HSE Supervisors: Professionals developing and implementing safety programs, conducting risk assessments, leading incident investigations, and ensuring compliance with OSHA, EU directives, and corporate safety standards. Requires certification (NEBOSH, CSP, or equivalent) and process safety management experience.

• Safety Assistants: Support personnel assisting with safety inspections, permit-to-work systems, safety training coordination, and emergency response preparedness activities.

• Male Nurse: Medical professionals providing occupational health services, emergency medical response, health surveillance programs, and wellness initiatives for project sites or facility operations.

Technical Operations and Supervision

Construction and Fabrication Supervision

• Welding Supervisors: Certified welding professionals (CWI or equivalent) overseeing welding operations, qualifying procedures, supervising welders, and ensuring code compliance (ASME Section IX, AWS D1.1).

• Welders (TIG/ARC): Certified welders proficient in various processes and materials including carbon steel, stainless steel, and alloy materials for pressure boundary components and structural applications.

• Rigging Supervisors & Foremen: Experts in heavy lift planning, crane operations, rigging engineering, and load handling safety for equipment installation and maintenance activities in constrained process plant environments.

• Riggers: Skilled personnel competent in rigging gear inspection, load calculations, signal communication, and safe rigging practices for various lifting scenarios.

Maintenance and Millwright Functions

• Millwright Fitters: Highly skilled technicians specializing in precision alignment, rotating equipment repair, machinery installation, and preventive maintenance of pumps, compressors, turbines, and gearboxes in industrial settings.

• Electrical Supervisors: Leaders overseeing electrical maintenance teams, high-voltage systems, motor control centers, and hazardous area electrical equipment in petroleum or chemical facilities.

Support and Logistics Positions

Materials and Warehouse Management

• Material Controllers: Professionals managing material requisition, tracking, preservation, and issuance for maintenance and construction activities using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).

• Storekeepers: Responsible for warehouse operations, inventory control, material receiving/storage/issuance, and maintaining accurate stock records in industrial warehouse environments.

• Forklift Operators: Certified operators skilled in material handling within process plant environments, including rough terrain forklift operation and safety protocol adherence.

Administrative and Support Functions

• Timekeepers: Personnel responsible for accurate time recording, payroll coordination, and labor hour tracking for project or maintenance activities using enterprise resource planning systems.

• Drivers: Licensed operators for personnel transport, light vehicle operations, or specialized transport requirements with emphasis on defensive driving and site safety protocols.

• Pipe Foreman: Experienced leaders supervising pipefitting crews, interpreting isometric drawings, managing fabrication/installation quality, and ensuring schedule adherence for piping projects.

Geographic Locations and Project Assignments

United States Operations

• Gulf Coast Region: Major refining and chemical operations in Texas, Louisiana, and Mississippi requiring expertise in process safety management, mechanical integrity, and turnaround execution.

• Midwest Operations: Refining assets requiring specialists in reliability engineering, corrosion management, and regulatory compliance.

• Project Locations: New joint venture projects requiring construction supervision, commissioning expertise, and start-up support.

• Key Requirements: Familiarity with OSHA regulations, API standards, and American engineering codes essential. Willingness to work in industrial environments with potential for rotational assignments.

European Operations

• Refining & Chemical Assets: Existing joint ventures and operations requiring technical specialists with EU regulatory knowledge and experience in mature facility operations.

• LNG & Downstream Projects: New energy transition projects requiring engineering, safety, and construction professionals with experience in European energy markets.

• Technical Centers: Engineering and research facilities requiring specialized technical expertise in specific process technologies or materials engineering.

• Key Requirements: Understanding of EU directives (ATEX, PED), familiarity with European engineering standards, and multicultural work environment experience valued.

Qualification Requirements and Experience Profiles

Educational Requirements

• Engineering Positions: Bachelor’s degree in relevant engineering discipline (Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, Instrumentation) from recognized university

• Technical/Skilled Positions: Technical diploma, trade certification, or apprenticeship completion in relevant field

• Supervisory/Management Roles: Engineering degree preferred, supplemented by leadership training and professional certifications

• Certification Requirements: Position-specific certifications (PE license, CWI, NEBOSH, CSP, trade certifications) as required for role and jurisdiction

Professional Experience Expectations

• Skilled Trades & Technicians: Minimum 5-8 years of direct experience in oil & gas, refining, petrochemical, or heavy industrial environments

• Engineering Professionals: 8-12+ years in relevant engineering function with demonstrated project or operational experience

• Supervisory & Foreman Roles: 10-15+ years with proven leadership experience in similar industrial settings

• Safety Professionals: 8+ years in process safety or occupational safety roles within high-hazard industries

Technical Competency Requirements

• Industry Standards: Working knowledge of relevant industry standards (API, ASME, ANSI, IEC, ISO) and regulatory requirements

• Technical Systems: Familiarity with engineering software, CMMS systems, and technical documentation requirements

• Process Knowledge: Understanding of refining processes, chemical operations, or specific technical domains relevant to position

• Safety Systems: Knowledge of process safety management, permit-to-work systems, and risk assessment methodologies

Essential Professional Attributes

• Safety Leadership: Demonstrated commitment to safety as a core value and ability to promote safety culture

• Technical Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills and ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues

• Team Collaboration: Experience working in multicultural teams and multinational corporate environments

• Adaptability: Flexibility to work in different geographic locations and adjust to various project phases

• Communication Skills: Clear technical communication abilities in English; additional language skills beneficial

Compensation and Employment Conditions

Competitive Compensation Structure

• Base Salary: Market-competitive compensation reflecting experience, qualifications, and geographic location

• Project Premiums: Additional compensation for remote assignments, turnaround work, or special project requirements

• Overtime Provisions: Compensation for extended work hours according to local regulations and project requirements

• Completion Bonuses: Performance-based incentives for project milestones or turnaround completion

Comprehensive Benefits Package

• Relocation Assistance: Comprehensive support for international moves including housing, schooling, and settling-in allowances

• Health Insurance: International medical coverage for employees and eligible dependents

• Retirement Benefits: Pension plans or 401(k) with company matching according to local program structures

• Education Assistance: Support for continuing education and professional certification maintenance

• Travel Provisions: Business class travel for international assignments and regular home leave travel

Work Schedule and Rotation

• Assignment Types: Both residential and rotational positions available depending on project requirements

• Rotation Schedules: Common patterns include 28/28, 42/21, or 56/28 day rotations with paid travel time

• Work Hours: Typically 10-12 hour days during project execution phases with appropriate rest periods

• Vacation Allowances: Generous vacation time with additional leave for international assignments

Application and Selection Process

Required Application Documentation

• Detailed Resume/CV: Comprehensive work history with specific projects, responsibilities, and achievements

• Educational Certificates: Copies of degrees, diplomas, and professional certifications

• Professional References: Contact information for previous supervisors or managers

• Trade Certifications: Copies of welding certifications, safety qualifications, or technical licenses

• Passport Documentation: Valid passport with sufficient pages for international travel

Multi-Stage Selection Methodology

1. Initial Screening: Resume review against position requirements and experience criteria

2. Technical Assessment: Evaluation of technical knowledge through tests, interviews, or portfolio review

3. Safety Competency Evaluation: Assessment of safety knowledge and incident-free work history

4. Technical Interview: In-depth discussion with engineering or operations managers

5. Practical Assessment: For skilled positions, possible practical skills evaluation

6. Medical Examination: Pre-employment medical assessment for fitness to work

7. Background Verification: Comprehensive employment and qualification verification

8. Final Offer: Detailed employment offer with terms and conditions

Processing Timeline

• Application Review: 2-3 weeks for initial assessment

• Interview Process: 3-4 weeks for technical and managerial interviews

• Offer Stage: 1-2 weeks for offer preparation and negotiation

• Mobilization: 4-8 weeks for visa processing, medicals, and travel arrangements

• Onboarding: Comprehensive orientation including safety training and site-specific requirements

Professional Development and Career Progression

Training and Competency Development

• Technical Training: Regular updates on engineering standards, new technologies, and industry best practices

• Safety Certification: Ongoing safety training and certification maintenance

• Leadership Development: Programs for technical professionals transitioning to supervisory or management roles

• Specialized Skills: Training in specific technologies, equipment, or methodologies relevant to Aramco operations

Career Advancement Pathways

• Technical Specialist Track: Advancement to senior technical roles with increased engineering responsibility

• Supervisory Track: Progression from foreman to superintendent and operations management

• Project Management: Opportunities to move into project engineering and project management roles

• International Mobility: Possibilities for assignments across Aramco’s global operations

Work Environment and Safety Culture

Aramco maintains an uncompromising commitment to safety excellence with world-class safety performance standards. All positions require strict adherence to safety protocols, including:

• Process Safety Management: Comprehensive systems for managing process hazards and risks

• Personal Safety: Rigorous requirements for personal protective equipment and safe work practices

• Emergency Preparedness: Training and readiness for emergency response scenarios

• Safety Leadership: Active safety participation and leadership at all organizational levels

Application Submission Process

Interested candidates should submit applications through Aramco’s official careers portal or authorized recruitment channels. We recommend:

1. Review Position Requirements: Carefully match qualifications and experience with specific role requirements

2. Prepare Complete Documentation: Ensure all certificates, certifications, and documentation are current and available

3. Highlight Relevant Experience: Emphasize experience in similar industries and with comparable technologies

4. Be Prepared for Assessment: Refresh knowledge of relevant standards, codes, and technical practices

5. Consider Logistics: Be prepared for potential international relocation or rotational work arrangements