About the Role: Area Lead – Mine Facilities

Wood is seeking a dedicated Area Lead – Mine Facilities to join its Projects business. This full-time role is integral to the development of a new gold mining and processing facility, focusing on the construction and pre-commissioning phases. The position requires a professional with over 10 years of experience in relevant fields.

Core Responsibilities

• Lead the construction efforts for mine facilities and their supporting infrastructure.
• Coordinate civil, structural, mechanical, and electrical & instrumentation (E&I) works across all project phases.
• Manage contractors effectively, ensuring strict compliance with Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) standards, project schedules, and quality requirements.
• Oversee the overall project execution to facilitate a smooth handover of completed assets to the Operations team.
• Specific facilities under scope include workshops, warehouses, offices, fuel systems, roads, drainage, and general site infrastructure.

Experience and Qualifications

Candidates for this role must possess over 10 years of experience in a relevant capacity, demonstrating a strong background in leading construction projects, particularly within industrial or mining environments. The ability to manage complex multi-disciplinary works and ensure project delivery is essential.

Work Location and Schedule

Initially, the position may be office-based in one of Wood's offices in Al Khobar, Riyadh, or Jubail. Following this initial phase, the role will transition to a site-based assignment within Saudi Arabia, operating on an 8/2 rotation schedule.

Employee Support and Development

Wood provides a comprehensive range of benefits and support programs for its employees:

• Medical Insurance: Coverage for employees and eligible family members residing in the country, including pre-existing medical conditions, subject to KSA CCHI rules.
• Employee Assistance Programme: Confidential support for work and personal issues, promoting mental, physical, social, and financial well-being.
• GOSI (Social Insurance): Company-paid contributions for KSA employees in line with government legislation.
• End of Service Gratuity: Eligibility for end of service benefits as per KSA Labour Law.
• Examination Leave: Fully paid leave for approved enrollment or continuation in an educational institution, based on actual examination days.
• Professional Memberships: Reimbursement for one professional membership, registration, subscription, certification, or license per annum, relevant to the role or development plan.
• Inspire Awards: An annual program recognizing and celebrating inspirational colleagues who uphold company values and contribute to strategy.
• Long Service Award: Recognition and appreciation for employees at 5-year service milestones.
• Career Development Champions: Structured growth through goal setting, resource utilization, manager coaching, and continuous learning to support career advancement.

Commitment to Equal Opportunity

Wood is committed to equal opportunities and encourages applications from all talented individuals. While some roles may have mandatory qualifications, for most aspects, we consider a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. Candidates who believe they possess relevant experience, knowledge, or transferable skills are encouraged to apply, even if they do not meet every listed requirement.