Job Title: Concession Plant Manager
Location: Atyrau, Kazakhstan
Industry: Energy & Utilities - Power, Oil & Gas, Infrastructure Concessions
Employment Type: Full-time
Overview
A prominent infrastructure investment group is seeking an experienced Concession Plant Manager to lead the daily operations, maintenance, and performance of energy assets under long-term concession agreements in Kazakhstan. The role is critical in ensuring that the plant meets performance guarantees, regulatory standards, and long-term sustainability goals.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage day-to-day operations of power plant and energy facilities in accordance with concession agreements and safety regulations
- Implement O&M strategies to enhance efficiency, extend asset lifecycle, and reduce costs
- Oversee plant KPIs and performance metrics to identify and drive operational improvements
- Ensure full compliance with energy production, environmental, and safety standards
- Coordinate with government agencies, investors, and concession partners to meet performance and reporting obligations
- Lead and develop O&M teams, focusing on upskilling and performance excellence
- Introduce digital tools and predictive maintenance systems to improve plant uptime and reliability
- Develop emergency response and business continuity strategies
- Manage plant budgets, cost control, and operational financial performance
- Prepare operational reports and performance updates for senior management and regulatory bodies
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Energy, or related field)
- Minimum 8 years of experience in plant operations, with 5+ years in a leadership or supervisory capacity
- Solid experience with concession frameworks, regulatory compliance, and plant O&M best practices
- Technical expertise in energy production and utility infrastructure
- ERP system proficiency required; SAP experience preferred
- GCC regional experience is a plus