Aviation Operations Supervisor - Nigeria at Shell Petroleum Development Company

Job Description:

Bring your aviation expertise and help us deliver safe, efficient, and innovative air transport operations. This is your opportunity to join a high‑performing team and shape Shell’s commitment to operational excellence.

THE ROLE:

• As an Aviation Operations Supervisor, you will provide Air Transport Technical Authority support, that is, providing expert guidance, oversight, and assurance for all air transport activities. You will partner with business leaders, manage contracted aviation services, drive world‑class safety standards, and ensure air operations are conducted at a risk level that is as low as reasonably practicable (ALARP).
• You will also play a key role in emergency response capability, aviation risk management, and the continuous improvement of Shell’s air transport operations nationwide.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

Technical Authority & Assurance

• Provide expert aviation guidance to Shell business units and contracted air operators.
• Ensure compliance with Shell and industry aviation standards.
• Lead safety case delivery, bowtie management, and local aviation safety planning.
• Drive implementation of global best practices to improve efficiency and safety.

Contract & Performance Management

• Serve as Contract Holder for aviation contracts, ensuring full compliance and high performance.
• Oversee operator audits, assessments, KPIs, and performance scorecards.

HSSE & Emergency Response

• Support and strengthen Shell’s aviation Safety Management Systems.
• Lead aviation response during emergencies, including SAR/MEDEVAC coordination.
• Conduct facility audits (airfields, heliports, helidecks) in line with Shell standards.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred, plus valid ATPL (preferred), CPL, or A&P license; military equivalents welcome.
• Extensive aviation experience, ideally in the oil & gas sector or military aviation.
• Strong leadership background and ability to work with diverse, multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience in aviation maintenance, logistics/supply chain, safety management, and project management.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to engage senior stakeholders.
• Physically able to work offshore (HUET required).
• Desirable: offshore helicopter operations experience, accident investigation or aviation safety certifications, maintenance QA training, or AS9100:2016 Lead Auditor credentials.