Plant Director

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the oil & gas industry is seeking a Plant Director to oversee operations in Nigeria. The role requires extensive experience in plant management, financial oversight, and strategic growth initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong engineering background and proven leadership skills to ensure safety, compliance, and operational excellence.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Benefits and incentives

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of experience in the oil & gas sector.
• At least 10 years in leadership roles.

Responsibilities

• Manage operational, financial, and strategic aspects of the production plant.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams to achieve high efficiency and reliability.
• Drive strategic growth through improvements and technology upgrades.

Skills

Leadership

Financial Management

Communication

Change Management

Education

Relevant engineering degree

Master’s in Business Administration

Job description

Job Title: Plant Director - Oil & Gas Industry

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

5

Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

Job Description:

Our client, headquartered in Abuja, Nigeria, is part of a European group specializing in logistics for semi-solid and liquefied hydrocarbons in Africa. The family-owned company operates advanced production facilities and is expanding its transportation fleet and logistics network across Nigeria and West Africa.

We are seeking an experienced Plant Director - Oil & Gas Industry to oversee and develop the company's production facilities in Rivers State, Nigeria.

Your Responsibilities:

1. Manage operational, financial, and strategic aspects of the production plant, ensuring safety and compliance.
2. Lead multidisciplinary teams across various departments to achieve high efficiency and reliability.
3. Oversee plant processes, including production scheduling, resource management, quality assurance, and incident prevention.
4. Accountable for the plant’s P&L, budgets, cost analysis, and financial reporting.
5. Drive strategic growth through improvements, technology upgrades, and process innovations.
6. Implement and enforce health, safety, environmental, and security protocols.
7. Act as the main liaison with internal and external stakeholders, including regulatory agencies and community leaders.
8. Represent the plant in company initiatives and expansion strategies.
9. Report directly to the Group COO and coordinate with the HQ in Abuja.

Your Profile:

• Relevant engineering degree (Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical); Master’s in Business Administration or related field is a plus.
• Minimum 15 years of experience in the oil & gas sector, with at least 10 years in leadership roles.
• Experience overseeing complex plant operations, safety, and project execution.
• Strong financial management skills, including budget and ROI analysis.
• Proven leadership in HR management, safety, and environmental standards.
• Strategic thinker with a track record of operational improvements and growth initiatives.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Adaptable, resilient, and proactive in change management and problem-solving.
• Recognized as a detail-oriented, ethical, and innovative leader.

Offer:

The group offers a competitive salary package, benefits, and incentives based on your contributions to the company's success.