Senior Specialist, Research & Technology (Downstream Process Optimizati

JOB PURPOSE:

Develop and implement technology strategy based on ADNOC DM&T and LC&IG business plans, strategies and sustainability objects to be embedded in the ADNOC Business plan.  Develop technical content and technical authority for all shareholders, partners, technology developers and providers. Review and propose improvement plans for ADNOC Technology workflows / processes. Implement ADNOC Corporate Technology strategies, identify technical challenges across Downstream business lines on investment opportunities and business impact, develop and evaluate (technical and economic) Research & Technology Development proposals related to Downstream  technical challenges especially focused on the Energy Transition and New Products, manage projects, assess Research & Development IP portfolio, and ensure systemic integration and deployment of technology in order to support ADNOC’s business growth and sustainability.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Research & Development

• Identify and screen the technical challenges across the Downstream business lines with detailed analysis on investment required and business impact.
• Develop Research and Technology Development proposals addressing Downstream and LC&IG technical challenges and in alignment with ADNOC Strategic Objectives.
• Technically and economically evaluate R&D, technology, and potential technology partners.
• Evaluate partners technical capabilities, including academic institutions, share holders, and service companies, to execute R&D and technology activities/projects and ability to deploy results.
• Manage the technology portfolio to demonstrate value, and assure anticipated Return-on-Investment (RoI).
• Technically steer the ongoing technology activities in collaboration with the discipline technical groups and stakeholders.
• Manage the technology projects to ensure timely execution within the agreed scope and budget.
• Establish technology projects management dashboard, smart objectives and clear KPIs.
• Work with the Upstream and Downstream directorates, Functions, Partners,  and Operating Companies to ensure systematic Integration and deployment of technology into ADNOC's operations and businesses.
• Organize, conduct and lead technical workshops that will elevate technical competence across the ADNOC group and nurture the innovation culture.

Technology

• Develop technical content and regularly update the technology road-map in collaboration with the relevant technical teams and stakeholders. 
• Scout for new and emerging technologies for improvements and availability
• Be the ADNOC technology qualification technical authority for all share holders, partners, Technology developers and providers.

PhD scholars and Local Development Function 

• Technically Mentor the ADNOC PhD scholars progress.  
• Ensure technical alignment of ADNOC PhD scholars research work.
• Technically develop UAE nationals through coaching and shadowing programs.
• Attract young UAE nationals to participate in technology development and join the Technology organization.

Business Development

• Develop technology strategy to be embedded in the ADNOC Business plan.
• Conduct projects business reviews, Net Present Value (NPV) and RoI analysis as requested.
• Continuously review ADNOC technology workflows/processes and propose improvement plans.

Intellectual Property

• Review R&D patent and invention disclosure applications and ensure its technical soundness.
• Review R&D related publication authorization requests and ensure its technical soundness.
• Asses the IP portfolio to demonstrate value, and potential for commercialization.

Others

• Perform other similar duties as assigned.

Supervision

• Plan, supervise and coordinate all activities in the assigned area to meet functional objectives.
• Train and develop the assigned staff on relevant skills to enable them to become proficient on the job and deliver the respective business objectives.

Budgets

• Provide input for preparation of the Function / Division / Department / Section budgets, assist in the implementation of the approved Budget, and work plans to deliver business objectives.
• Investigate and highlight any significant variances to support effective performance and cost control.

Policies, Systems, Processes & Procedures

• Implement approved Function/ Division/ Department/ Section policies, processes, systems, standards and procedures in order to support execution of the work programs in line with Company and International standards.

Performance Management

• Contribute to the achievement of the approved Performance Objectives for the Function/ Division / Department/ Section in line with the Company Performance framework.

Innovation and Continuous Improvement

• Design and implement new tools and techniques to improve the quality and efficiency of operational processes.
• Identify improvements in internal processes against best practices in pursuit of greater efficiency in line with best industry standards in order to define intelligent solutions for issues confronting the function.

Health, Safety, Environment (HSE) and Sustainability

• Comply with relevant HSE policies, procedures, controls, applicable legislation, and sustainability guidelines in line with international standards, best practices and ADNOC Code of Practices.

Reports

• Provide inputs to prepare MIS  and progress reports for Company Management.

COMMUNICATIONS & WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:

• Regular contacts with concerned CTO, Vice President and SVP, Technology Function (as required) and peer staff on work related matters.
• Frequent contact with Upstream and Downstream functions and business lines 
• Work closely with Operating Companies to ensure deployment of technology.