Planning Engineer

Your tasks

To plan and follow-up the activities of LPG terminals/depots and CNG stations. This includes planning of fleet, equipment, and machines utilization as per design capacity, LPG cylinders production, LPG and CNG supply, LPG and CNG distribution, LPG storage, maintenance breakdown and shutdown, materials, manpower in a cost-effective way that meets ADNOC Distribution HSSEQ standards and procedures. Responsible to review LPG and CNG operations procedures and work instructions. Prepare scope of the contracts as per LPG and CNG requirements and manage and evaluate the contractor as per guidelines. Also, support in development of proposals for major modifications and implementation of new and updated technology, consolidation of teams OPEX, CAPEX, tracking and monitoring the performance against scorecard, budget, etc.

Production, material and manpower planning

• Develop annual, quarterly, and monthly production plans based on the sales forecast. Ensure that production targets meet sales requirements and implement processes and procedures consistent with ISO requirements to enhance production and achieve the required targets within given timeframes.
• Prepare annual materials requirements of LPG cylinders and accessories. Check and review all production units’ capabilities and other equipment such as air compressors, machines, laser printers, fleet, etc.
• Calculate all production line productivity, manpower available, and man-hour/man-day required for each production line. Optimize manpower utilization by transferring from one line to another as required according to workload and to minimize overtime.

Distribution planning (LPG, propane, butane and CNG)

• Prepare yearly, quarterly, and monthly distribution plans utilizing resources at optimal levels to fulfill demand based on sales forecasts received from business units (Retail Group and Commercial Group).

Maintenance (LPG terminals and CNG stations)

• Plan maintenance and shutdown of LPG terminals and CNG stations, ensuring that approved maintenance procedures are followed by the concerned department in maintaining plant and equipment to ensure operational reliability, availability, and optimizing facility utilization for the business requirements of ADNOC Distribution.
• Ensure implementation of predictive and preventive maintenance activities and repair programs carried out by the Maintenance Department to ensure reliability, availability, integrity, and safe operation of the plants.

Inventory control

• Monitor product losses and gains and compile monthly stock and product movement statements for all storage facilities and products at the depots.
• Ensure sufficient strategic stock level of LPG at both Abu Dhabi and Al Ain depots in accordance with minimum stock levels as planned.
• Coordinate with ADNOC Refining and Gas Processing to reconcile monthly product supply related matters.

Budgeting and control

• Prepare and review annual capital, expense, and manpower budgets and coordinate preparation and consolidation of the same for the LPG and CNG teams. Monitor periodically to ensure that departmental expenses and costs are in line with budgetary provisions. Highlight any variances along with potential reasons.

Performance management, reporting and improvements

• Ensure timely compilation of data and statistics regarding the division's performance, major and minor accidents, progress on production plant projects and initiatives, OPEX and CAPEX reports, etc.

Supply chain planning (LPG, propane, butane and CNG)

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and yearly product demand plans based on sales forecasts received from business units (Retail Sales Group and Commercial Sales Group), department stock strategies, and existing inventory levels at ADNOC Distribution terminals and depots. Support the team leader in managing any product supply disruption or conflict situations.
• Identify and drive system improvements in areas related to demand planning. Ensure regular liaison with internal partners and external suppliers to maintain effective supply and reconcile any issues. Partner with IT and user departments to automate the forecasting and planning process.

Management of the contracts

• Monitor quality and progress of work performed by various contractors to ensure that work is completed as per company policies for technical, safety, quality, and environment.
• Identify bottlenecks and recommend corrective actions to ensure smooth and timely completion of projects at optimum cost.
• Evaluate potential contractors and suppliers and their services for various LPG and CNG services as required.
• Manage maintenance and project contractors at site to ensure compliance with ADNOC HSEMS and project scope.

Others

• Assist management in conducting special studies, preparing analyses, reports, and recommendations at the managerial level on all matters related to LPG and CNG operations.
• Assist management in preparing the action plan for the Enterprise Risk Mitigation/Business Continuity Plan for the division and departments.
• Represent production plants in audits performed by the Internal Audit Division for review and validation of operational procedures and address audit recommendations as per target timelines.
• Coordinate with all departments regarding strategic initiatives for the division and ensure these are completed within the agreed period. Regularly update initiative statuses and submit for review.
• Coordinate all actions required for the Employee Engagement Survey and ensure action plans are updated as needed.
• Participate and support digitalization initiatives such as digital transformation and AI-based cylinder counting.
• Prepare and support various audits like internal audits, HSEMS audits, ICFR audits, etc., and ensure corrective actions are completed on time.
• Prepare weekly and structured business review (SBR) meeting progress reports for management reporting and review.

Requirements

Minimum qualification Engineering degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or any other relevant qualification.

Minimum experience, knowledge and skills 6-8 years of experience in LPG or CNG operations including planning.

Professional certifications As applicable.

Other

Work condition, physical effort and work environment Physical effort: Maximum work involved with computer. Also exposure to travelling, standing, walking, and climbing up to 30% of working time while conducting audits and inspections.

Work environment: Normally air-conditioned environment 60%, outdoor 40%.