Chief Operating Officer

Our business is entering an exciting phase of growth, expanding its capabilities across defence technologies, autonomous systems, advanced manufacturing, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and security solutions.We are seeking an accomplished Chief Operating Officer (COO) to lead operational excellence, strengthen industrial capabilities, and translate our strategic ambitions into measurable business and operational results.Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, the COO will play a pivotal role in scaling our operations, integrating business entities, and ensuring the successful execution of strategic programmes and major contracts.Key Responsibilities1. Operational Leadership & Strategy ExecutionTranslate corporate strategy into integrated operational plans, priorities, budgets, and measurable KPIs.Lead company-wide operational performance, ensuring accountability, efficiency, quality, and timely delivery.Establish robust operational governance, performance reviews, and continuous improvement practices.2. Industrial Operations & Manufacturing ExcellenceOversee manufacturing operations, production planning, industrial readiness, and operational capacity expansion.Drive manufacturing excellence, productivity, quality assurance, and cost optimisation.Support technology transfer, localisation, and the development of sustainable industrial capabilities in Oman.3. Programme & Contract DeliveryEnsure the successful execution of complex defence, government, and industrial programmes within agreed scope, schedule, budget, and quality standards.Strengthen programme governance, resource planning, risk management, and cross-functional coordination.Establish effective mechanisms for managing strategic suppliers, delivery commitments, and operational risks.4. Group Operations & Business IntegrationDrive operational alignment across Sinan's subsidiaries, business units, and joint ventures.Coordinate shared resources, operational priorities, and delivery schedules across business entities.Support the operational integration and scaling of new industrial ventures and partnerships.5. Corporate Operations & Organisational CapabilityProvide executive oversight of Production, Supply Chain & Logistics, Human Resources, Administration, IT, and other assigned operational functions.Build high-performing teams, strengthen management accountability, and develop organisational capabilities.Drive operational digitalisation, enterprise systems integration, and data-driven decision-making.6. Governance, Compliance & Operational RiskEnsure compliance with applicable defence-industry regulations, export controls, quality standards, cybersecurity requirements, and HSE obligations.Strengthen operational risk management, business continuity, internal controls, and organisational resilience.Qualifications & ExperienceBachelor's degree in Engineering, Industrial Management, Operations Management, or a related discipline; a postgraduate degree or MBA is highly desirable.Minimum 12 years of progressive professional experience, including at least 5 years in senior operational or executive leadership roles.Demonstrated success in managing complex industrial operations, manufacturing environments, or major government and defence programmes.Strong understanding of production systems, supply chain management, programme execution, and international industrial partnerships.Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage operations across multiple business entities.Experience in technology transfer, industrial localisation, and operational transformation is highly desirable.Familiarity with advanced technologies compliance, export controls, quality management systems, and operational risk management.Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, negotiation, and strategic execution capabilities.Preferable experienced in the GCC advanced manufacturing sectors.The OpportunityThis is an exceptional opportunity to play a defining leadership role in one of Oman's emerging advanced-industries companies, contributing to the development of national industrial capabilities, technological excellence, and long-term business growth.

Location: Muscat, Sultanate of OmanReporting to: Chief Executive Officer