Job Description

Sarawak, MalaysiaJob Family Group: Discipline EngineeringWorker Type: RegularPosting Start Date: August 6, 2024Business unit: Integrated Gas and UpstreamExperience Level: Experienced Professionals:Where you fit inAs instrument Manager you will oversee technical assurance for instrumentation in the asset, as well as manage plant changes and projects; you would also handle instrumentation-related threats and opportunities to ensure the asset meets safety, environmental, production, reliability, productivity, personnel, and quality goals within business constraints.You will lead and develop resources to enhance instrumentation reliability & drive the Instrumentation section to implement effective reliability activities.Expect lots of support and encouragement while you\xe2\x80\x99re here. You\xe2\x80\x99ll be working alongside people who love what they do and enjoy sharing their enthusiasm with everyone around them. We value career growth. You\xe2\x80\x99ll have limitless opportunities to explore \xe2\x80\x93 whether that means building up new areas of expertise or taking in a different direction.What\xe2\x80\x99s the role?

• Manage HSSE performance of the site with direct responsibility for the Instrumentation staff including both Shell and contractor staff by supervising and executing HSSE related activities.
• Effectively manage section budget, identify, and implement cost effectiveness/improvement opportunities.
• Manage risks from instrument hazard by complying with HSSE & SP Control Framework on Instrument and Electrical Safety of Personal Safety Manual.
• Drive the instrument processes, conduct continuous improvements the process through PER, deliver 5 years assurance plan and deepen into the issues of gaps that prevent the process to progress to next level until organization moving into generative status.
• Provide technical assurance for instrument equipment design, operation, maintenance, identification and inspection in the coordination of functions relating to the MEI requirement on Preventive and Corrective Maintenance including SCE for safe and reliable operation.
• Deliver MTO on long term solution by developing and implementing policies and strategies to improve availability and reliability of the instrument scopes in line with SMDS long term business objectives.
• Ensure coordination and effectiveness of the plant wide electrical protection system related to instrument scopes.
• Define and set standards and oversight Work and Product, approve single discipline deviation, approve critical deliverables and technical approval of vendors.
• Oversee all instrument related actions and initiatives captured in the Asset Integrity-Process Safety (AI-PS), Manage Threat and Opportunity (MTO), Manage Asset Care (MAC), Plant Change Forum (PCF), Learning from Incidents (LFI) forums.
• Ensure a culture of safety consciousness in his team, encourage team members to proactively look for unsafe acts and conditions and to intervene, speak out and stop work when necessary.
• Conduct periodic management level audits and reviews and ensure competent personnel are in place.
• Manage the facilities\xe2\x80\x99 computerized control systems supported by a systems engineering team to ensure very high equipment availabilities, that systems are configured and tested to guarantee design intent is accurately implemented and Process Control Access Domain ( PCAD ) requirements are in place and effective.
• Provide technical assurance on instrument design deliverables for projects from project definition through to commissioning and handover and provide direction on project execution including optimizing contracting strategy, defining & documenting interfaces and definition of performance standards.
• Ensure material supply and specialized manpower services contracts are identified and put in place as necessary to support maintenance and engineering objectives and manage the initiation, award, execution and completion of the contracts.
• Manage periodic assessment of instrument material stock levels to ensure Production and Safety Critical equipment and ensure correct technical specification for equipment.
• Manage improvement initiatives by proactively finding best practices from other Shell locations and industry, and champion their introduction into SMDS.
• Ensure the integrity of the instrument documentation specifically SPI (In tools).
• Participate in the front-end development of instrument scope for all relevant initiatives, arrange for the engineering and design of plant changes or part of general plant changes and update of all documentation.
• Support Instrument Call Out system and assure the availability of personnel on a 24-hour basis.
• Review, update and write all instrument safety regulations, standing instructions and procedures.
• Drive condition-based maintenance (CBM) approach and condition monitoring (CM) strategies.
• Establish and update maintenance & integrity data in CMMS, including Asset Register, PM programs with materials and services, and schedules.
• Facilitate critical spares and minimum inventory levels review.
• Ensure the successful implementation & execution of RCM process.
• Uphold the Engineering Vision and Purpose, as well as support people competency/training and management of the Instrumentation section\xe2\x80\x99s staff and contractors.
• Support leadership management for the entire Instrumentation section, providing active support in the governance and communication within section in the form of SMDS Vision/Mission/Purpose; and provide support in leadership and delivery four (4) Pillars of SMDS Vision (Goal Zero, People, Reliability and Cost).
• Manage development and build-up of the Instrumentation section according to pre-defined competence standards and ensure that all Instrumentation section staff (own and contracted) meet the required competencies through talent management areas such as career development and training.
• Conduct performance management and coaching for direct reports; provide coaching to all direct reports to aid in achieving personal development targets.

What do we need from you?

• Proven background in the Oil & Gas or petrochemical industry in an Instrument Engineer role.
• Demonstrated leadership with a track record of delivering results.
• Skilled in Root Cause Analysis (RCA) techniques and troubleshooting PACO equipment.
• Experienced in leading RCA studies for instrumentation incidents, with a focus on RCA and defect elimination.
• Knowledgeable in the overhaul of high-purity oxygen service valves and transmitters, including handling, cleaning, assembly, inspection, and installation to manage safety risks.
• Proficient in Instrument Process Control and Safeguarding systems, with expertise in systems integration, communications, configuration, and hardware.
• Familiar with AMS process modules, including IPF classification, design, and maintenance phases, with understanding of KPIs. TUV Functional Safety Certification is preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of common analyzer operating principles, particularly gas chromatographs.
• Proven ability in coaching, mentoring, and effective communication.

Company DescriptionShell has been a partner in powering Malaysia\xe2\x80\x99s progress since 1891 when we established our first depot in the Straits Settlements. Today, we are an integrated energy company comprising Upstream, Downstream, Integrated Gas and New Energies, Projects & Technology, and Shell Business Operations. Shell Malaysia aims to be the leading energy player in the country, powering Malaysia\xe2\x80\x99s future with cleaner, innovative, and competitive energy solutions.\xc3\x98 UpstreamMore than a century, Shell has been operating and we continue to extract and deliver oil and gas efficiently, profitably, and in environmentally friendly and socially responsible ways to meet evolving customer needs and the growing demand for energy.\xc3\x98 DownstreamWith over 950 service stations, Shell has the leading market share in the fuels retailing business in Malaysia. In Malaysia, we make and sell more than 600 different lubricants for the automotive sector, heavy-duty transport, food processing, and power generation. We are the lubricants market leader in Sabah and Sarawak.\xc3\x98 Integrated Gas, Renewables and Energy SolutionsShell set out its Powering Progress strategy, which we aim to deliver through our three business pillars of Growth, Transition and Upstream. The Growth Pillar includes our Marketing and Renewables & Energy Solutions businesses and focuses on working with our customers to accelerate the transition to net-zero emissions. One of our achievement, Sarawak onshore: World\xe2\x80\x99s first commercial GTL plant (SMDS)\xc3\x98 Project & TechnologyAs P&T, we exist to make the delivery of Shell\xe2\x80\x99s strategy and the growth of our company possible. P&T works collaboratively and in an integrated way with its business partners, to deliver value for our customers, and for Shell.An Innovative Place to WorkThere\xe2\x80\x99s never been a more exciting time to work at Shell. Everyone here is helping solve one of the biggest challenges facing the world today: bringing the benefits of energy to everyone on the planet, whilst managing the risks of climate change.Join us and you\xe2\x80\x99ll add your talent and imagination to a business with the power to shape the future \xe2\x80\x93 whether by investing in renewables, exploring new ways to store energy or developing technology that helps the world to use energy more efficientlyAn Inclusive & Progressive Place to WorkTo power progress together, we need to attract and develop the brightest minds and make sure every voice is heard. Here are just some of the ways we\xe2\x80\x99re nurturing an inclusive environment \xe2\x80\x93 one where you can express your ideas, extend your skills and reach your potential.\xc3\x98 We\xe2\x80\x99re creating a space where people with disabilities can excel through transparent recruitment process, workplace adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Feel free to let us know about your circumstances when you apply, and we\xe2\x80\x99ll take it from there.\xc3\x98 We\xe2\x80\x99re closing the gender gap \xe2\x80\x93 whether that\xe2\x80\x99s through action on equal pay or by enabling more women to reach senior roles in engineering and technology.\xc3\x98 We\xe2\x80\x99re striving to be a pioneer of an inclusive and diverse workplace, promoting equality for employees regardless of sexual orientation or gender identityA Rewarding Place to WorkCombine our creative, collaborative environment and global operations with an impressive range of benefits and joining Shell becomes an inspired career choiceWe\xe2\x80\x99re huge advocates for career development. We\xe2\x80\x99ll encourage you to try new roles and experience new settings. By pushing people to reach their potential, we frequently help them find skills they never knew they had, or make career moves they never thought possible.-DISCLAIMER: Please note: We occasionally amend or withdraw Shell jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including prior to the advertised closing date. Before applying, you are advised to read our data protection policy. This policy describes the processing that may be associated with your personal data and informs you that your personal data may be transferred to Shell/Shell Group companies around the world. The Shell Group and its approved recruitment consultants will never ask you for a fee to process or consider your application for a career with Shell. Anyone who demands such a fee is not an authorised Shell representative and you are strongly advised to refuse any such demand. Shell is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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