IT and Process Control Section Head

Port Dickson, Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia

Full Time

Refinery

Manager/Supervisor

"At Petron, we are not just in the business of oil, we are also in the business of fueling lives."

Petron Malaysia is an emerging and rapidly evolving Asian oil company. It is part of Petron Corporation which is the leading oil company in the Philippines. Our integrated refining, distribution, and retailing of world-class petroleum products help meet the country’s growing energy needs and contributes to a more progressive nation. We are dedicated and passionate about our vision - to be the leading provider of total customer solutions in the oil sector and its allied businesses.

We are seeking dynamic & innovative individuals who have the drive to make a difference & are fueled to succeed!

Responsibilities:

Supervise and lead a team of IT analysts, engineers, and contractors to support Corporate IT, Refinery IT systems, and Process Control applications.
Plan and implement future refinery information and process control systems, ensuring high system availability and security.
Manage refinery computing infrastructure, process control applications, and end-user computing while ensuring compliance with security and control standards.
Oversee business continuity planning (BCP) and disaster recovery (DR) to minimize downtime and ensure rapid recovery.
Provide strategic guidance on adopting modern technologies, including automation, cloud computing, IoT, and data analytics.
Monitor system usage, conduct risk assessments, and ensure compliance with ISMS and other IT security regulations.
Collaborate with Corporate IT and key stakeholders to align technology solutions with business needs and address integration challenges.
Lead and support plant computing improvements, including WPC migration, DCS replacement, and advanced monitoring tools.
Coach, mentor, and evaluate team performance while assisting management in career development planning.
Liaise with vendors, operations, and maintenance personnel to ensure smooth system operation and troubleshooting of technical issues.

Requirements:

University Degree in Chemical, Computer, Control, or Electrical Engineering (Master’s or PhD preferred).
Minimum 10 years of experience in refinery operations, IT, or process control.
Strong expertise in Operational Technology (OT) and IT cybersecurity.
Experience in computing infrastructure management, system administration, and process control applications.
Excellent leadership, project management, and problem-solving skills.
Familiarity with ISMS compliance, BCP, and disaster recovery strategies.

Thank you for your application! We’re thrilled that you’d like to join Petron and we appreciate your interest in the position.

Please note that due to the volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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