Technical Manager Methods and Optimisation

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Job Description

TotalEnergies is a multi-energy company that produces and markets fuels, natural gas and electricity. Our 100,000 employees are committed to better energy that is more affordable, more reliable, cleaner and accessible to as many people as possible. Active in more than 130 countries, our ambition is to become the responsible energy major. TotalEnergies entered Fiji and Tonga markets through the acquisition of Shell’s assets in November 2006 and has quickly established itself as a market leader in the inland and marine fuel markets in Fiji. Our Fiji business consists of a full suite of ground activities that include retail service stations, commercial and bulk fuels, marine activities, and lubricants.

The Technical Manager Methods and Optimisation will lead the execution of Technical and Engineering coordination activities in accordance with TotalEnergies policies and procedures, as directed by the department VP. The primary focus is on developing and deploying effective project delivery methods, ensuring compliance with technical standards, and optimizing key project delivery functions across Logistics, Retail, and Commercial projects. Additionally, this role aims to enhance efficiency, HSE standards, and cost-effectiveness throughout the project lifecycle. This role reports to the VP Technical and Engineering.

Outcomes

Organisational Stakeholders
1. Efficient project delivery and management
Development and deployment of project delivery methods, including Zonal Process Flows, Method Statements, and forms & tools for Logistics, Retail, and Commercial Projects. Technical input provided through the consolidation of Technical Standards and Company rules for all Engineering projects within TEMFL. Technical audits and compliance ensured Consolidation of technical audits for logistics, retail, and commercial sites. Managing inspection schedules, action tracking, and coordination with APMP for the closure of action items. Preparation of Derogation Requests and mitigation action plans for technical actions and processes through Asset Owner and HSE coordination. Provision of optimization axes for key project delivery functions, focusing on HSE, quality, and cost optimization Optimization of process flow for project file approvals. Optimization in project execution timing. Optimization in terms of availability of Engineering Services support (consultancy, inspection, testing, technical views, suggestions, quality control). Optimization of project budget estimate by providing cost-saving measures. Optimization of project management tools development and deployment. Optimization through innovation in project execution. Optimization in terms of purchase, spare parts management, storage, and release of material to execution agencies. Provision of project management tools ensured, including engineering software. Development and rollout of the contracting template with due legal diligence by coordinating with key departments within TFPL for all streams of project contracts. Development and deployment of standardized inspection and testing plans for different streams of projects by consulting inspection agencies and referentials. Coordination of inspection and testing needs for every project with due record-keeping. Projects executed on a need basis as per the direction of N+1 and Management. HSE integration and risk assessment ensured  HSE engineering risk assessment and recommendations provided during different stages of the projects. Coordination with risk management consultants ensured HSE need integration and due consultation ensured. Documentation and record keeping Archiving of all decision-making throughout the project phases and changes in SOR
2. Teamwork and effective stakeholder engagement
Contribute effectively to various technical and engineering department tasks as directed by the VP Technical & Engineering. Foster effective collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, resulting in the timely and successful delivery of projects within agreed timelines.
Product's Stakeholders
1. Operational and statutory compliance
Statutory compliance to laws and regulations Health and safety compliance Environmental compliance Operationally compliant to the organisation's policies and procedures
2. TotalEnergies image and core value standards demonstrated and promoted
Uphold and demonstrate TotalEnergies' image and core values Monitor and encourage team members to uphold image and value standards

Responsibilities - Critical Competencies

Competence	Description
Business
Business Performance	Manage the performance of the organisation.
Risk Management	Analyse and manage risk.
Planning	Deliver results by developing, reviewing or following a work plan, action plan or operational plan.
Resource Management	Deliver results through the efficient and effective allocation and use of supplies , equipment and people.
Information Analysis	Make informed decisions by collecting and interpreting data and information
Documentation	Communicate using formal business writing.
Communication	Exchange information through verbal communication
Customer
Commercial Focus	Optimize the commercial viability of the organisation.
Relationship Building	Build beneficial relationships with suppliers and stakeholders.
Quality Focus	Deliver quality.
Organisational Values	Display the organisation's image and value standards.
People
Leadership	Utilise a leadership position to influence people and events and to increase performance.
Team Orientation	Work in a team towards a common aim.
Facilitation	Assist the progress of work ensuring its timely and effective completion.
Problem Solving	Develop practical solutions to a situation.
Innovation	Use original and creative thinking to make improvements and/or develop and initiate new approaches.
Self-Management	Manage your priorities and objectives efficiently and effectively
Professional
Technical Strength	Demonstrate knowledge of a specialist discipline.
Compliance	Comply with relevant laws and the policies and procedures of the organisation.
Financial Application	Apply financial principles and practices.
Technology Application	Apply technology.
Operational
Health and Safety	Establish and maintain a safe and healthy work environment.
Environment	Establish and maintain an environmentally friendly organisation

Qualifications

Qualification	Discipline	Notes
Preferred
Degree	Engineering

Work Knowledge and Experience

1. At least 7 years professional experience as an engineer or project manager, preferably in the petroleum industry, with principle experience in project management.
2. Results-focused, delivers quality work with a high degree of accuracy and within deadlines.
3. Excellent analytical and & communication skills and attention to detail.
4. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (including Visio and Project)and AutoCAD.
5. Demonstrated inter-personal and leadership skills.
6. Pro-active in highlighting issues and recommending improvements to processes.
7. Demonstrated self-accountability management skills.
8. Have a strong understanding industry engineering standards and application

Requirements

Language Proficiency
Excellent command of English
Professional Associations
Membership of appropriate Professional Institution
Regulatory Compliance Requirements
Driver’s License
Relevant certifications, registrations, and licenses may be required.

Interactions

Interaction	Comments
Internal
Executive Team
Management Team
Project Team
External
Contractors

Attributes

Attribute	Definition
Behavioural Styles
Accountable	Assumes full responsibility for own actions and identifies with the success or failure of own part of the overall work/goal.
Detail oriented	Attends to the small elements of a task/activity, ensuring completeness and accuracy.
Innovative	Devises new and creative ways to do things comes up with original ideas.
Interpersonal Styles
Forthright	Speaks out frankly without hesitation, showing a direct manner.
Self-sufficient and assured	Readily copes with situations without recourse/need of others, showing confidence and belief in oneself and one's own abilities.
Thinking Styles
Analytic	Able to separate things into their constituent elements in order to study or examine them, draw conclusions, or solve problems.
Challenger	Queries, tests information/beliefs and provokes thought.
Decisive	Reaches conclusions, promptly and firmly.
Disciplined/Systematic	Is controlled in conduct, shows an orderly pattern of behaviour, following a methodical and thorough approach.