Area Lead - Gold Mining Project

Role Overview

Wood is actively seeking an experienced Area Lead to contribute to the execution of our Projects business by managing the development of a new gold mining and processing facility. Initially, the role will be office-based in Al Khobar, Riyadh, or Jubail before transitioning to a site-based position in Saudi Arabia, operating on an 8/2 rotation schedule during construction and pre-commissioning phases.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the construction and installation of thickener mechanisms.
• Coordinate activities across civil, mechanical, and Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) disciplines.
• Manage mechanical completion processes and ensure readiness for testing.
• Provide support during the commissioning handover phase.
• Apply expertise in thickener components including rakes, drive units, feedwells, and overflow systems.

Candidate Profile

We embrace diversity and encourage all qualified candidates to apply. While some roles have mandatory qualifications or legal prerequisites, we value varied experiences and transferable skills that can contribute to overcoming complex project challenges.

• At least 16 years of relevant experience in the industry.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering.
• Proven experience with thickener systems in mining/process plants or analogous expertise in oil & gas sectors, especially involving clarifiers, separators, or large-scale mechanical units, along with a solid understanding of process safety and intricate mechanical systems.

Employment Benefits

• Comprehensive medical insurance covering eligible employees and family members residing in the country, including coverage for pre-existing conditions, with flexible options for higher coverage at employee cost. Coverage adheres to Saudi Arabian CCHI regulations.
• Employee Assistance Program offering confidential support for work and personal issues, promoting mental, physical, social, and financial well-being.
• Compliance with KSA Government legislation on social insurance contributions (GOSI) to cover occupational hazards for Saudi employees.
• End of Service Gratuity benefits as governed by Saudi Arabian labor laws.
• Examination leave with pay for employees enrolled in educational institutions, granted based on actual exam days with at least fifteen days prior application.
• Reimbursement of one professional membership, certification, subscription, registration, or license annually, relevant to the employee's role or development plan.
• Participation in Wood's Inspire Awards program recognizing outstanding colleagues for innovation, dedication, and value demonstration.
• Long Service Award honoring employee commitment and loyalty at 5-year service milestones.
• Career Development initiatives featuring goal setting, ongoing learning, coaching, and mentoring aimed at structured professional growth.

Additional Information

Wood is a worldwide leader in consulting, engineering, and operational services for the energy and materials sectors, with a presence in around 50 countries. We uphold strong commitments to diversity, equality, and inclusion, hiring based exclusively on merit and providing equal opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of personal characteristics or background.