Vp Asset Management Utilities Sector

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly experienced and visionary leader to join a prominent utilities organization in the GCC as the Vice President of Asset Management. This is a pivotal executive role responsible for shaping and driving the organizations asset management strategy across electricity and water distribution networks. The successful candidate will oversee multiple departments lead strategic planning and ensure the longterm sustainability and efficiency of key assets.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and of the organizations asset management strategy in alignment with corporate objectives.
  
• Oversee key functions including asset policies network planning wholesale procurement GIS systems and asset standards.
  
• Ensure optimal lifecycle management of physical infrastructure assets to maximize efficiency lifespan and service reliability.
  
• Develop performance metrics and reporting systems to drive a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.
  
• Manage capital planning and investments ensuring alignment with strategic priorities and return on investment.
  
• Lead innovation in asset management by integrating new technologies methodologies and international best practices.
  
• Provide strategic leadership to crossfunctional teams fostering a collaborative accountable and highperformance culture.
  
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders including regulatory bodies.
  
• Champion sustainability institutional excellence and compliance with safety quality and confidentiality standards.
  
• Drive nationalization talent development and professional training across departments.
  

Requirements

The ideal candidate should meet the following criteria:

Education & Certification:

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Mechanical Civil Engineering or a related discipline (essential)
  
• Master s degree in Engineering Management or a related field (preferred)
  
• Certifications in Asset Management (e.g. IAM) are a plus
  

Experience:

• 12 16 years of experience in asset management preferably within the utilities sector (electricity/water)
  
• 8 10 years of leadership experience in executive or senior management roles
  
• Proven track record managing multiple departments and leading transformation initiatives
  
• Handson experience with GIS systems network planning and asset standards development
  

Key Skills:

• Strategic planning and analytical thinking
  
• Leadership and team management across diverse functions
  
• Complex problemsolving and innovation
  
• Stakeholder engagement and regulatory relationship management
  
• Financial acumen in capital planning and investment optimization
  
• Excellent communication and reporting skills
  
• Bilingual (English required Arabic preferred)
  

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