# Transformation Office Lead (CTO Lead)

> Khibraty · Jeddah, Saudi Arabia · Contract · Posted 2025-10-28

**Workplace:** on_site

## Description

A leading drilling services company in Saudi Arabia is seeking a hands-on **Transformation Lead (CTO)** for a **short-term, high-impact transformation project 3–6 months** with potential extension, to drive a high impact operational transformation and scale the transformation model across other industrial subsidiaries under their holding company.

## Requirements

**Key Responsibilities:**

-   Lead and implement transformation initiatives, converting the business plan into an actionable initiative register with KPIs, owners, and timelines.
-   Lead execution of 50+ operational initiatives (logistics, hiring, HSE, ERP, finance, rig deployment).
-   Set up and manage a Transformation Office, including initiative tracking and KPI dashboards.
-   Establish governance, reporting mechanisms, and weekly progress reviews with board-level visibility.
-   Work closely with CEO of the company, reporting directly and actively managing delivery.
-   Work in a lean model, but with deep hands-on involvement and leadership accountability.

**Qualification:**

-   10+ years of experience in leading transformations within industrial sectors (e.g. mining, energy, manufacturing, logistics).
-   Strong track record in transformation office setup, performance management, and operational execution.
-   Experience in post-investment or post-acquisition transformation is highly preferred.
-   Ability to work cross-functionally and lead in fast-paced, evolving environments.
-   **Available for on-site work in Jeddah, 4 days/week** during the project period.
-   Arabic speaker and relevant sector experience preferred; however, execution ability is key.
-   Previous experience in Saudi Arabia or the GCC region is a plus.

## Apply

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