PROJECT MANAGER

Weatherford; Perth; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Weatherford in Perth, Australia seeks an experienced Project Manager to lead planning, execution, and delivery of oilfield projects. You will provide technical leadership, mentor junior team members, and ensure projects meet safety, quality, and regulatory standards.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, stakeholder management, and continuous improvement while maintaining schedules and budgets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's/Diploma with 4–6 years of relevant experience.
• Strong English communication skills.
• Willingness to travel 10–20% as required.
• Experience in oilfield services or energy sector preferred.
• Proven project management capabilities across complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, coordination, execution, and close-out of assigned projects.
• Provide technical leadership, coaching, and mentorship to junior engineers.
• Ensure full compliance with Weatherford's standards, quality and HSE policies and regulatory requirements.
• Support cross-functional teams in resolving technical and operational challenges.
• Promote best practices and ensure lessons learned are incorporated into future projects.
• Develop and maintain relationships with internal teams, customers, suppliers, and stakeholders.
• Monitor project costs and resource utilization to stay within approved budgets.

Skills

Project planning

Leadership

Project management

Quality management

HSE compliance

Problem solving

Stakeholder management

Communication

Documentation & reporting

Time management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Diploma in Project Management

Master's Degree

Doctorate / Postgraduate Degree

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Job description

Project Manager

Weatherford is one of the world's largest multinational oilfield service companies, delivering innovative technologies, services, and solutions to the oil and gas industry across more than 80 countries. With approximately 23,000 employees and a network of 700+ facilities worldwide, Weatherford is committed to meeting global energy demands safely, ethically, and sustainably.

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead project planning, execution, and delivery activities while ensuring compliance with company standards, customer requirements, and regulatory obligations. The successful candidate will provide technical leadership, mentor junior team members, drive process improvements, and ensure projects are completed safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Roles and Responsibilities

Project Management & Delivery

• Lead the planning, coordination, execution, and close-out of assigned projects.
• Ensure projects are delivered within agreed timelines, quality standards, budget constraints, and contractual requirements.
• Assist Technical Managers and Engineering Specialists with the planning and design of rig-specific interface initiatives.
• Select appropriate tools, equipment, and technical solutions based on customer requirements and applications.
• Prepare project reports, performance updates, and strategic recommendations for senior management.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance project execution and operational efficiency.

Technical Leadership

• Provide technical guidance, coaching, and mentorship to junior engineers and project personnel.
• Support cross-functional teams in resolving technical and operational challenges.
• Promote best practices and ensure lessons learned are incorporated into future project activities.

Compliance, Quality & HSE

• Ensure full compliance with Weatherford's Management System, Quality Standards, HSE policies, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Champion a strong safety culture by placing Health, Safety, Security, Environmental Protection, and Quality as top priorities.
• Conduct audits and reviews to ensure adherence to company and industry standards.
• Support initiatives aimed at continuous improvement in safety performance and operational excellence.
• Demonstrate visible safety leadership and ensure safe working practices for employees, contractors, and visitors.

Stakeholder Management & Communication

• Develop and maintain effective relationships with internal teams, customers, suppliers, and other key stakeholders.
• Clearly communicate project objectives, expectations, roles, responsibilities, and deliverables.
• Provide regular updates on project status, risks, opportunities, and performance metrics.

Financial Management

• Monitor project costs and resource utilization to ensure expenditure remains within approved budgets.
• Ensure all financial transactions and project costs are processed in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Identify opportunities to improve cost efficiency while maintaining quality and service delivery standards.

People Development

• Support the development of team members through coaching, training, and performance management.
• Participate in succession planning, talent assessments, and employee development initiatives.
• Work collaboratively with HR and Training teams to support recruitment, retention, and workforce development strategies.
• Promote a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.

Skills

Essential Skills

• Strong project planning, coordination, and execution capabilities.
• Excellent leadership, mentoring, and team development skills.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies and best practices.
• Knowledge of quality management systems, HSE standards, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Strong stakeholder management and customer relationship skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to influence and collaborate across multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to apply diplomatic and professional judgment when dealing with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proficiency in preparing reports, project documentation, and performance analysis.

Preferred Skills

• Experience within the oilfield services, drilling, completions, intervention, or energy sectors.
• Experience managing complex customer-facing projects in a multinational environment.
• Knowledge of rig operations and field execution activities.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

Preferred:

• Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Engineering, Project Management, Business, or a related discipline with 4-6 years of relevant experience; or
• Master's Degree with 2-4 years of relevant experience; or
• Doctorate/Postgraduate Degree with 0-2 years of relevant experience; or
• Equivalent combination of education and significant industry experience (Qualified by Experience).

Additional Requirements

• Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with both internal teams and external customers.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Willingness to travel up to 10-20% as required.

Work Environment

Work Schedule: Standard business hours.

Work Location: Office-based with occasional field/site visits.

Work Type: Combination of indoor and outdoor work environments.

Travel Requirements: 10-20%.

International Mobility: Not required.

This role offers the opportunity to lead critical projects within a global energy services organization