Operations Manager at Oriental Energy Resources Limited

JOB PURPOSE:

• The Operations Manager will lead daily production, marine and construction operations associated with all the hydrocarbon, marine, utility and safety systems of the OERL's producing assets.

OBJECTIVES AND DAY TO DAY ACTIVITIES

• To manage the schedule and safe execution of activities in the Ebok field
• Work with offshore personnel to optimize plant and production operations to meet Ebok production targets and high uptime.
• Maintain beneficial and positive relationships with Ebok field personnel and host communities to promote a positive image of the company and an uninterrupted operation in the Ebok field.
• Interface with regulatory agencies as it affects operations of company-owned offshore assets.
• Monitor Ebok operations for compliance with applicable local and international regulations and legislations.
• Manage day-to-day activities of the O&M contractor.
• Ensure operations are run in compliance with the company’s EHSS policies and procedures.
• Coordinate and manage OSVs and helicopters.
• Review weekly, monthly & annual preventive maintenance reports from the O&M contractor.
• Coordinate maintenance shutdown schedule with O&M contractor.
• Monitor and track and optimize Ebok field operating costs.
• Ensure asset integrity of facilities and installations are maintain ned based on industry best practices.
• Ensure the LACT unit remains functional for custody transfer operations.
• Ensure all requisitions for services/supplies are in accordance with Supply Chain procedures.
• Manage nonconformities and initiate corrective and preventive actions related to occurred or potential nonconformities.
• Likely to manage others and have some budgetary responsibilities.
• Effectively communicate organizational objectives, priorities, and policies with the field team and key reports.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators for evaluating performance.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant science or engineering field. A postgraduate degree will be an advantage.

JOB KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Strong technical knowledge of facility, construction, and project management.
• Knowledge of rotating equipment, wellhead operations & maintenance.
• Good understanding of crude oil lifting operations.
• Good proficiency with the MS Office suite – Excel / PowerPoint / Word / Project.
• Demonstrates enhancement of individual and team potential through giving clear direction, guidance and feedback on performance.
• Have detailed understanding of hydrocarbon processing systems, design, operations, maintenance and optimization of integrated production system.
• Self-motivation and strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong customer focus for both internal and the eternal parties.
• Broad experience of the oil and gas industry.
• Experience in SIMOPS, major emergency management and initial response procedures.
• 15 – 20 years relevant experience