Mohammed I. Halawani

Experience

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  Aramco

  May 2008 - Jul 2008

  Summer Trainee
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  SABIC

  Jan 2012 - Aug 2013

  Operations Engineer | Aromatics Technology | Commissioning and Start up

  • Led Commissioning and Startup activities in Aromatics Complex at SABIC in Saudi Arabia.• Participated in EPC mega projects, including Grassroots project and DBN expansion.• Monitored plant production, analyzed process parameters, and optimized costs to meet performance targets.

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  Yanbu Aramco Sinopec Refining Company (YASREF) Ltd.

  Sept 2013 - May 2015

  Process Engineer | Gasoline Complex

  • Led Commissioning and Startup activities in Gasoline Complex, ensuring smooth operations and timely project completion.• Investigated and troubleshot engineering-related process problems, reducing downtime and improving efficiency.• Collaborated with technical team to develop engineering improvements, boosting energy efficiency and operational effectiveness.

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  LafargeHolcim

  May 2015 - Jun 2017

  Business Development Leader | Waste to Energy Solutions | Hazardous Waste Recycling and Management

  • Managed to secure more than 30% of Thermal Energy needs for cement production lines, leading to a $75M capital investment.• Secured business growth through strategic contracts with key public and private sector stakeholders in Utilities and Oil & Gas sectors.• Led the Feasibility and Tendering process for a new waste recycling land in Royal Commission.

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  Sadara Chemical Company

  Jul 2017 - Apr 2024

  • Managed a large utilities production department at Sadara Chemical Company, overseeing strategic planning, performance management, and budget control.• Led transformation projects from concept to completion, ensuring maximum performance in safety, energy management, sustainability, and production metrics.• Developed and implemented people development and succession planning strategies to drive departmental success. • Led Operational Excellence Management for petrochemical industries, evaluating and prioritizing improvement opportunities.• Implemented change initiatives and projects to support plant optimization and operation.• Defined project scope, milestones, and task allocation for clear progress plans.

  • Production Manager | Utilities Operations | Steam Generation & Power Distribution

    Nov 2019 - Apr 2024

  • Project and Process Improvement Leader | Ethylene Cracker | Aromatics | Utilities | Waste Treatment

    Jul 2017 - Nov 2019
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  ACWA Power

  Apr 2024 - Feb 2025

  Sr. Operation Manager

  • Led operations at ACWA Power's plant in Rabigh, ensuring safe and cost-effective water, steam, power, and waste treatment.• Collaborated with stakeholders to maintain operational effectiveness and achieve company objectives.• Developed strategic plans, controlled budgets, and led initiatives for cost optimization and continuous improvement.

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  Confidential

  Feb 2025 - now

  VP of Operations (COO)

  • Led the development and implementation of operational strategies, resulting in increased revenue and improved operational efficiency.• Spearheaded a successful organizational change, operational excellence initiative, KPI tracking, that resulting in enhanced process improvement and finance management.• Developed and implemented a comprehensive risk assessment and mitigation plan to address challenges and drive operational excellence.• Managed Supply Chain operations and influenced market analysis for enhanced stakeholder management. Show less