Production Operations Manager (Remote)

Placements24; Willows (CA); Remote; USD 120,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive health, dental, and vision

Significant annual bonus potential

Stock options or equity participation

Long-term incentive plan

Comprehensive retirement benefits

Flexible remote working arrangements

Travel opportunities

Executive coaching

Paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Production Operations Manager to lead remote oil and gas production operations from South Africa. The role requires deep expertise in production engineering, safety, and cost optimization, with a focus on asset integrity and uptime.

You will oversee large teams and complex facilities, driving continuous improvement from a remote position. The successful candidate will have 12+ years in production operations and a track record of managing budgets, performance

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Petroleum or Mechanical Engineering or related technical field required.
• Master’s degree or MBA advantageous for strategic leadership roles.
• Minimum 12 years of progressive oil & gas production ops experience, with 5+ years in management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic production plans to meet targets.
• Oversee daily production operations with safety and environmental compliance.
• Manage operational budgets and control costs.
• Lead and mentor a team of engineers, supervisors, and operators.
• Implement KPIs and monitor production performance.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Operations management

Budgeting

Production optimization

HSE knowledge

Remote operations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Petroleum or Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree or MBA (advantage)

Tools

Production monitoring systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a distinguished entity in the global energy landscape, is actively seeking a highly experienced and strategic Production Operations Manager to lead their production operations. This is a critical, fully remote role, allowing you to contribute your expertise from anywhere within South Africa. You will be responsible for overseeing the safe, efficient, and environmentally sound production of oil and gas from our client's assets. This leadership position requires a deep understanding of production engineering principles, operational management, and cost optimization. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in managing complex production facilities and leading large teams. As a remote-first organization, we foster a culture of trust, accountability, and high performance, providing the necessary digital infrastructure and support for seamless remote operations. You will drive continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring maximum asset integrity and production uptime. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of production operations for a leading energy company while enjoying the flexibility of remote work. We are looking for a visionary leader to manage operations impacting the Welkom, Free State region, from a distance.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic production plans to meet company targets.
• Oversee daily production operations, ensuring safety, efficiency, and environmental compliance.
• Manage operational budgets and control production costs.
• Lead and mentor a team of production engineers, supervisors, and field operators.
• Implement and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for production performance.
• Ensure the integrity and reliability of production facilities and equipment.
• Oversee maintenance planning and execution to minimize downtime.
• Manage interfaces with other departments, including drilling, reservoir engineering, and HSE.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and implement best practices in production operations.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and company policies.
• Manage emergency response procedures and ensure readiness.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• A Master's degree or MBA is advantageous.
• Minimum of 12 years of progressive experience in oil and gas production operations, with at least 5 years in a management or supervisory role.
• Demonstrated experience in managing large-scale production facilities and teams.
• Strong understanding of production optimization techniques, artificial lift systems, and facility operations.
• Proven ability to manage budgets and control operational expenditures.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and strategic planning skills.
• Experience with production monitoring and reporting systems.
• Strong knowledge of HSE regulations and best practices in the oil and gas industry.
• Ability to work independently and manage complex remote operations.
• Must be eligible to work remotely within South Africa .

Benefits

• Highly competitive executive-level salary.
• Executive health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Significant annual bonus potential.
• Stock options or equity participation.
• Generous long-term incentive plan.
• Comprehensive retirement benefits.
• Flexible remote working arrangements.
• Opportunities for international travel and industry engagement.
• Executive coaching and leadership development programs.
• Paid time off and holidays.