The Vice President – Asset Integrity and Reliability leads the enterprise-wide strategy and governance of physical asset performance, lifecycle integrity, and risk mitigation. This executive is responsible for establishing best-in-class reliability practices, ensuring compliance with asset integrity regulations, and optimizing maintenance costs, asset availability, and safety outcomes across facilities.
Define and implement the Asset Integrity Management System (AIMS) across the enterprise
Oversee RBI programs for static and pressure equipment in compliance with API 580/581, ASME, and OSHA standards
Ensure adherence to jurisdictional codes for vessels, piping, and high-pressure systems
Lead deployment of Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM), FMEA, and Predictive Maintenance (PdM) frameworks
Define standards for failure data collection, defect elimination, and reliability analytics
Implement system-wide condition monitoring (vibration, thermography, oil analysis, etc.)
Drive transition from reactive to proactive maintenance across asset classes
Standardize KPIs: MTBF, MTTR, Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), Availability
Approve maintenance budgets, work order prioritization, and spare part strategies
Own asset risk register and criticality rankings across operating units
Conduct technical reviews, asset audits, and failure investigations (RCA, 5 Whys)
Interface with regulators on inspection schedules, incident investigations, and audit closeouts
Champion the adoption of APM (Asset Performance Management), digital twins, and CMMS integration
Lead predictive analytics, IoT sensor deployment, and AI-based failure modeling
Utilize dashboards to track reliability metrics and condition-based health indicators
Lead a multidisciplinary team of engineers, inspectors, planners, and analysts
Develop a high-performance culture based on technical depth, discipline, and continuous improvement
Facilitate cross-functional reliability councils and knowledge-sharing platforms
✅ Asset lifecycle strategy and failure prevention
✅ Mechanical and pressure equipment integrity
✅ Inspection, monitoring, and risk reduction
✅ Cost-effective reliability improvement programs
✅ Digital tools for predictive and prescriptive maintenance
✅ Cross-plant standardization of reliability practices
Codes & Standards: API 510, 570, 579, 580/581; ASME B31.3, VIII; ISO 55000
Tools: Meridium, GE APM, SAP PM, Maximo, OSIsoft PI, Reliability Workbench
Methods: RCM, FMEA, RBI, RCA, Weibull analysis, FFS, CBM, PdM
Equipment Expertise: Heat exchangers, pressure vessels, pumps, turbines, compressors, control valves
Visionary leadership in technical environments
Deep engineering credibility paired with strategic business acumen
Change management expertise for enterprise transformation
Strong communication with boards, regulators, and site teams
Ability to drive cultural and behavioral change in field operations
Reduction in unplanned downtime and equipment failures
% of assets covered by predictive maintenance
% compliance with integrity inspection schedules
Asset availability vs. criticality targets
Cost savings from deferred failures and optimized maintenance
Organizational maturity in asset management (ISO 55000 audit score)
Direct Reports: Directors of Reliability Engineering, Inspection Leaders, Digital APM Leads
Interfaces With: Operations, Engineering, HSE, Projects, Quality Assurance, Procurement, Regulatory Affairs
Travel: 30–40% to operational sites, audit engagements, OEM/vendor facilities
Office and plant-based inspections, reviews, and leadership meetings
Executive presence in shutdowns, incident investigations, and risk audits