Operations Field Advisor I & II

NES Fircroft; Williston (ND); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

NES Fircroft is seeking an Advisor to ensure field procedures are accurate, practical, and aligned with field operations. The role links field SMEs with documentation teams by validating procedures in the field and supporting clear, compliant operational documentation.

Strong knowledge of OIMS 6-1 and the ability to travel to field locations are essential for success in this field-focused role.

Qualifications

• Extensive field operations experience.
• Strong knowledge of OIMS 6-1 or similar procedures/work practices.
• Experience collaborating with field SMEs and cross-functional teams.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to travel frequently and work independently in field environments.

Responsibilities

• Travel to field locations to review and validate procedures
• Review draft procedures for compliance with OIMS 6-1
• Work with field SMEs to ensure procedures reflect actual field practices
• Evaluate procedures for accuracy, completeness, clarity, usability
• Identify gaps or improvements
• Facilitate discussions with field personnel
• Partner with technical writers to incorporate feedback
• Ensure final procedures are clear, actionable, compliant
• Serve as liaison between field operations and documentation teams
• Support continuous improvement of procedures and work practices

Job description

Main Function

The Advisor helps ensure operational procedures are accurate, practical, and aligned with field operations. This role serves as the link between field Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and documentation teams by validating procedures in the field and supporting the development of clear, compliant operational documentation.
A strong understanding of OIMS 6-1 (Operations Integrity Management System – Procedures and Work Practices) is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Travel to field locations to review and validate operational procedures
• Review draft procedures for compliance with OIMS 6-1
• Work directly with field SMEs to confirm procedures reflect actual field practices
• Evaluate procedures for accuracy, completeness, clarity, and usability
• Identify gaps, inconsistencies, or areas for improvement
• Facilitate discussions with field personnel regarding operational requirements and constraints
• Partner with technical writers to incorporate field feedback
• Ensure finalized procedures are clear, actionable, and compliant
• Serve as the liaison between field operations and documentation teams
• Support continuous improvement of procedures and work practices

Qualifications

• Experience in field operations, operations, or procedure development
• Strong working knowledge of OIMS 6-1 or equivalent procedures/work-practice standards
• Experience working with field SMEs and cross-functional teams
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to translate complex operational information into clear procedural guidance
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently in field environments
• Willing and able to travel frequently

Preferred Experience

• 10–15 years of field operations experience
• Minimum 5 years of SHE (Safety, Health & Environment) and/or PIC (Person in Charge) experience
• Procedure writing, verification, validation, or documentation experience
• Operational safety and compliance experience
• Experience in regulated or high-risk operating environments
• Strong organizational and facilitation skills

Work Environment

• Primarily field-based
• Frequent travel to various locations
• Regular interaction with field personnel, SMEs, and documentation teams

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining andManufacturingsectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.