Manager, EMS (Engineering & Maintenance Services)

About the role

The Manager, EMS is responsible for the overall planning, execution, control, and performance of Engineering & Maintenance Services (EMS) works at site level. The role ensures EMS works are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with contractual, quality, and HSSE requirements. Acting as the primary site authority for EMS, this position manages manpower, subcontractors, vendors, assets, and inter-department coordination while maintaining strong client and stakeholder relationships.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee and manage overall EMS works execution, planning, scheduling, control, and monitoring at site
• Ensure works are carried out in accordance with approved scope, method statements, and schedules
• Monitor daily site activities, manpower deployment, and subcontractor performance
• Take overall responsibility for HSSE management, quality control, and compliance for EMS works
• Approve work permits and ensure adherence to site HSSE rules and client requirements
• Conduct follow-up audits, inspections, and checks to monitor non-conformities and drive corrective actions
• Manage EMS cost performance, including review of BQs, POs, and budget utilisation
• Ensure timely updating of work done, invoicing, and claims submissions
• Review and approve vendor quotations, invoices, material requisitions, and training requests
• Lead, supervise, and support EMS site teams and subcontractors

About you

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or equivalent
• Minimum 8–12 years' experience in maintenance, EMS, or site operations within oil & gas / petrochemical environments
• Proven experience managing multi-disciplinary site teams and subcontractors
• Degree / Specialist Diploma in Civil Engineering or related discipline
• Site HSSE / Safety Certifications (preferred)