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Root Cause Analysis Specialist- Relocate to Saudi Arabia

Aramco occupies a special position in the global energy industry. We are one of the worlds largest producers of hydrocarbon energy and chemicals, with among the lowest Upstream carbon intensities of any major producer.

Headquartered in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and with offices around the world, we combine market discipline with a generations spanning view of the future, born of our nine decades experience as responsible stewards of the Kingdoms vast hydrocarbon resources.

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Root Cause Analysis Specialist to join our Global Manufacturing Excellence organization under the Downstream Assets Reliability Solutions Department (RSD).

The Reliability Solutions Department (RSD) provides engineering support to Saudi Aramco Global Manufacturing wholly owned and affiliates facilities (Refining, NGL Processing, and Petrochemicals).

Your primary role as a Root Cause Analysis Specialist is to manage the overall Root Cause Analysis RCA process and provide the know-how, technical support, quality control, coaching and necessary training for solid and successful RCA programs in Global Manufacturing operating facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, maintain, sustain and continuously enhance the RCA program
• Work with the corresponding representatives from different facilities to support RCA program sustainability and enhancement in the respective facility.
• Holistically analyze RCAs and related data to identify common themes and major areas of improvement that will result in the highest added value
• Identify systematic improvement to avoid reoccurrence of failures and related root causes
• Participate in and conduct training workshops to provide RCA coaching and practitioner-level training.
• Support the development and maintenance of databases for RCAs and identified defects & threats from around the Global Manufacturing portfolio.
• Verify the quality of full fledge RCA from the different facilities and provide systematic feedback for enhancement of the process.
• Determine and implement the proper RCA methodology according to predetermined criteria
• Facilitate or Lead major investigations.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Engineering. An advanced degree is preferable.
• 15 years of experience in the RCA and defect elimination processes in the oil and gas industry.
• TapRoot certification is preferred.
• Demonstrate knowledge in the use of RCA/ Investigation software
• Black-belt Six Sigma certification is a plus.
• Demonstrate strong leadership qualities and team building skills to drive and liaise with people at all levels.
• Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills in English
• Demonstrate in-depth knowledge in change management and problem-solving techniques.

Working environment

Our high-performing employees are drawn by the challenging and rewarding professional, technical and industrial opportunities we offer, and are remunerated accordingly.

Aramco is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to providing a workplace that is free from discrimination and harassment.