Overview
We are seeking an accomplished Director – Technical & Commercial to provide executive leadership and strengthen our technical and commercial operations. The position requires a senior professional with extensive FPSO and offshore experience and a proven record of managing complex engineering and commercial functions.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide strategic leadership and oversight across all technical and commercial domains of the company.
- Direct and supervise engineering, construction, integration, and commissioning activities for FPSO projects.
- Drive business expansion initiatives, identify new commercial opportunities, and support sustainable organizational growth.
- Ensure full compliance with contractual, regulatory, and commercial frameworks, including drafting, reviewing, and managing complex oil and gas agreements.
- Maintain strict adherence to Brazilian regulatory and operational requirements, including: Brazilian Navy (Marinha do Brasil) compliance, ANP (Agência Nacional do Petróleo) regulations, NRs (Normas Regulamentadoras) and NORMAM maritime standards.
Candidate Profile
- Minimum 25 years of experience in the oil and gas industry, with substantial exposure to FPSO engineering, construction, and operations.
- Strong technical foundation in process engineering, construction, integration, commissioning, and offshore operations.
- Demonstrated capability in commercial management, business development, and organizational growth.
- In‑depth understanding of oil and gas contracts, regulatory frameworks, and compliance obligations.
- Proven experience working with Brazilian authorities, regulatory bodies, and Petrobras.
Regulatory & Compliance Responsibilities
- Ensure full compliance with Brazilian regulatory frameworks governing FPSO units, including ANP, NRs, NORMAM, IBAMA, and Local Content (REPETRO) requirements.
- Manage regulatory compliance procedures, philosophies, specifications, and documentation required for licenses, permits, and operational consents.
- Develop, implement, and maintain company policies and procedures arising from new laws, regulations, and operational requirements.
- Lead the rollout and training of new or updated policies, directives, and compliance frameworks.
- Manage client interfaces for regulatory validation, safety case submissions, and compliance support.
Technical & Operational Competencies
- Regulatory Framework Management: Expert knowledge of Brazilian offshore regulatory regimes (ANP, NRs, NORMAM).
- Asset Integrity & Compliance: Oversight of FPSO construction, integration, and operational audits to ensure safety and integrity.
- Local Content Compliance: Management of REPETRO and related local content obligations.
- Technical Compliance: Assurance of compliance for lifting equipment, pressure vessels, electrical systems (NR‑10), and other critical equipment.
- Authority & Classification Interface: Effective liaison with regulatory bodies, classification societies, and client representatives.
- Operational Excellence: Extensive experience in process plant operations, water injection systems, commissioning, start‑up, and offshore operations.
Additional Requirements
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder‑management capabilities.
- Demonstrated ability to diversify business operations and develop new ventures in emerging sectors.
- Strong proficiency in relevant engineering and commercial software systems, with the ability to meet client expectations while safeguarding organizational interests.