Legal adviser - Yanbu Saudi

<h3><strong>About the Role</strong></h3><p>KBR Saudi Arabia is seeking a <strong>Contract Advisor</strong> to join our team in Yanbu. This full-time role is vital for ensuring that all contractual agreements are legally sound, beneficial for the organization, and aligned with project objectives. The Contract Advisor will provide essential support to the client for the GIP Project.</p><h3><strong>Core Responsibilities</strong></h3><ul><li>Draft, review, and negotiate various contracts, including service agreements, procurement contracts, and subcontracts, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and company policies.</li><li>Oversee the administration of contracts to ensure adherence to commercial terms and conditions, managing contract amendments, extensions, and renewals.</li><li>Review and process change orders, ensuring they are documented, justified, and approved according to company policies and project requirements. Negotiate change orders with contractors to reach mutually beneficial agreements.</li><li>Handle claims and disputes related to commercial terms, ensuring efficient and fair resolution. Prepare documentation and evidence to support claims and counterclaims.</li><li>Assess the impact of proposed changes on project scope, schedule, and budget. Develop strategies to mitigate any negative impacts and ensure changes are implemented smoothly.</li></ul><h3><strong>Contractual Oversight and Compliance</strong></h3><ul><li>Manage commercial terms with vendors and suppliers to ensure favorable conditions for the company. Manage relationships with key suppliers to ensure timely delivery of goods and services.</li><li>Identify potential risks in contract terms and conditions. Develop strategies to mitigate these risks and ensure that all stakeholders are aware of potential issues.</li><li>Conduct thorough legal research to ensure all contracts comply with relevant laws and regulations. Stay updated on changes in laws and regulations that may affect contract terms.</li><li>Continuously evaluate and improve contract management processes. Implement best practices to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in contract management.</li></ul><h3><strong>Project Integration and Reporting</strong></h3><ul><li>Maintain detailed records of all contract negotiations and agreements. Provide regular reports to senior management on contract status, performance, and compliance issues.</li><li>Work closely with project managers to ensure that contract terms align with project goals and timelines.</li><li>Ensure that all contractual deliveries meet the required quality standards.</li><li>Monitor contract budgets and ensure that financial terms are adhered to.</li></ul><h3><strong>Required Experience</strong></h3><p>Candidates must possess a minimum of <strong>10 years of experience</strong> in contract advisory, contract management, or a closely related field.</p><h3><strong>Work Location</strong></h3><p>The work locations for this role will be either at the Client Office, an EPC Contractor’s office, or at a Site location within Saudi Arabia.</p>

<h3 >About the Role</h3> <p >KBR Saudi Arabia is seeking a <strong >Procurement Advisor</strong> for a full-time position based in <strong >Yanbu</strong>. This role involves managing strategic procurement activities, contract management, and supplier relationship management. The Procurement Advisor will play a critical part in supporting Saudi Aramco projects and operations, ensuring all procurement processes adhere to Aramco's stringent standards, policies, and procedures.</p> <h3 >Key Responsibilities</h3> <ul > <li >Manage end-to-end procurement activities, including sourcing, vendor qualification, bid evaluation, commercial negotiations, contract administration, and purchase order management.</li> <li >Develop and implement cost-effective sourcing strategies to maximize value and operational efficiency.</li> <li >Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, contractors, and key stakeholders.</li> <li >Support the execution of oil &amp; gas, EPC, industrial, construction, and maintenance projects through effective procurement planning and coordination.</li> <li >Monitor supplier performance, mitigate procurement risks, and ensure timely delivery of materials and services.</li> <li >Ensure compliance with quality, safety, and regulatory requirements while driving continuous improvement initiatives.</li> </ul> <h3 >Required Experience and Qualifications</h3> <ul > <li >Over <strong >8 years of proven experience</strong> in procurement, strategic sourcing, contract management, and supplier relationship management.</li> <li >Extensive experience supporting Saudi Aramco projects and operations.</li> <li >Demonstrated ability to ensure compliance with Aramco standards, policies, and procedures.</li> </ul> <h3 >Work Environment and Location</h3> <p >This is a full-time position with KBR Saudi Arabia, based in <strong >Yanbu</strong>. The role involves working within a dynamic project environment, supporting critical operations across various industrial sectors.</p> <h3 >Application Process</h3> <p >Candidates who meet the specified qualifications and experience are encouraged to apply for this position.</p>

<ul><li><p>Adhere to PADI standards relevant to dive site depths and conditions.</p></li><li><p>Adhere to Opal Diving Club standards of procedures.</p></li><li><p>Welcome customers and help with diving operations.</p></li><li><p>Facilitate the choice of the daily dive sites with the diving team according to the diving operations</p></li></ul><p>agenda.</p><ul><li><p>Carry on pre-post activity boating equipment preparation and care.</p></li><li><p>Conduct boat briefings as required.</p></li><li><p>Ensure the highest boat and Opal safety standards are respected at all times.</p></li><li><p>Carry on day-to-day cleaning and/or maintenance of the diving vessels and its components.</p></li><li><p>Effectively manage guests’ requests and complaints.</p></li><li><p>Work alongside the Diving Manager to set-up and deliver the diving vessels and necessary components.</p></li><li><p>Assist Diving Manager with new dive sites research.</p></li><li><p>Assist with and facilitate relations, paperwork and operations with coast guard.</p></li><li><p>Support the implementation of all Opal policies, procedures, and guidelines to ensure the dive center runs smoothly, consistently, and under proper control.</p></li><li><p>Support the implementation of safety, quality, and environmental policies to ensure safety, legal</p><p>compliance, high-quality service, and environmental responsibility.</p></li><li><p>Ensure boat routine maintenance is scheduled and carried out when needed.</p><ul><li><p>Assist the Diving Manager in the smooth and efficient running of all boat operations.</p></li></ul></li></ul><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><p><strong><u>Technical</u></strong></p><ul><li><p>Boating licenses TBD</p></li><li><p>Clean police record.</p></li><li><p>Minimum 5 year experience as captain of a diving boat.</p></li><li><p>Vessel and engine maintenance knowledge.</p></li><li><p>Fluent in English and Arabic is a must.</p></li><li><p>Working knowledge of boating tours, allowing for delivery of a “wow” experience.</p></li><li><p>Working knowledge of boating equipment, engines and navigational tools.</p></li><li><p>Knowledge of Yanbu and/or Red Sea marine life seasons.</p></li></ul><p><strong><u>Personal</u></strong></p><ul><li><p>Excellent communicator and public talking.</p></li><li><p>Able to work with different cultures and nationalities.</p></li><li><p>Well organized and punctual is a must.</p></li><li><p>Enthusiastic, hardworking and safety oriented.</p></li><li><p>Customer service focused with excellent interpersonal skills.</p></li></ul><p><strong><u>Desirable Skills</u></strong></p><ul><li><p>Whale shark spotting knowledge and experience (preferably in Yanbu).</p></li><li><p>Experience working within the luxury hospitality sector.</p></li></ul>

<h2><span lang="en" dir="ltr">Yasref announces opening of applications for the Cooperative Training Program for university students&nbsp;</span></h2><p><span lang="en" dir="ltr"><strong>Yanbu Aramco Sinopec Refining Company Limited (Yasref)</strong> has announced the opening of applications for the <strong>Cooperative Training Program for 2026</strong>, designed for male and female university and college students at the bachelor’s level in various disciplines, at the company’s headquarters in Yanbu Industrial City.</span></p><h3><span lang="en" dir="ltr">Application requirements:</span></h3><ul><li><span lang="en" dir="ltr">Applicants must be enrolled in a university or college.</span></li><li><span lang="en" dir="ltr">Cumulative GPA must be at least <strong>2.6 out of 4</strong> or <strong>3.3 out of 5</strong> for technical disciplines.</span></li><li><span lang="en" dir="ltr">Cumulative GPA must be at least <strong>2.8 out of 4</strong> or <strong>3.5 out of 5</strong> for non-technical disciplines.</span></li><li><span lang="en" dir="ltr">Preference will be given to applicants with the highest cumulative GPA.</span></li><li><span lang="en" dir="ltr">Commitment to complete the entire cooperative training program.</span></li><li><span lang="en" dir="ltr">The student must not be enrolled in any courses or units during the training period.</span></li></ul><h3><span lang="en" dir="ltr">Required documents:</span></h3><ul><li><span lang="en" dir="ltr">A copy of the national ID.</span></li><li><span lang="en" dir="ltr">A copy of the latest official transcript.</span></li><li><span lang="en" dir="ltr">A letter from the university stating the objectives and duration of the cooperative training program.</span></li></ul><h3><span lang="en" dir="ltr">Program overview:</span></h3><p><span lang="en" dir="ltr">The cooperative training program aims to equip students with practical experience in a professional work environment, helping them meet graduation requirements, with performance evaluation at the end of the program in line with university requirements for crediting training hours.</span></p><h3><span lang="en" dir="ltr">About the company:</span></h3><p><span lang="en" dir="ltr">Yanbu Aramco Sinopec Refining Company Limited (Yasref) is a joint venture established in 2012 between <strong>Saudi Aramco</strong> and <strong>Sinopec</strong> of China, and is one of the largest refining projects in the Kingdom, with the Saudi side owning <strong>62.5%</strong> of the company and Sinopec owning <strong>37.5%</strong>.</span></p>