Production Operations Manager - Welkom

Placements24; East End (United States Virgin Islands); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive bonus

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Company vehicle

Relocation assistance

Career advancement

Job summary

Our client seeks a seasoned Production Operations Manager to oversee oil and gas production facilities near Welkom, Free State. You will lead engineers and technicians, optimize production processes, and manage budgets while upholding safety and environmental standards.

The role features a hybrid work model, balancing on-site operational oversight with remote strategic planning and reporting to maximize output and asset integrity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum or Mechanical Engineering.
• 10+ years in oil and gas production operations.
• 3+ years in management roles.
• Experience with hybrid work models.
• Strong leadership and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day production operations and meet targets.
• Develop and implement strategies to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the operations team.
• Oversee maintenance activities and spare parts inventory.
• Collaborate with engineering, subsurface, and commercial teams to align production with business objectives.

Skills

Leadership

Production optimization

Safety & compliance

Budget management

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Petroleum/Mechanical Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks a seasoned Production Operations Manager to oversee their oil and gas production facilities in the vicinity of Welkom, Free State . This role requires a strong leader with extensive experience in managing production operations, ensuring efficiency, safety, and environmental compliance. You will lead a team of engineers and technicians, optimizing production processes, managing budgets, and implementing best practices. The role involves a hybrid work model, balancing on-site operational oversight with remote strategic planning and reporting. Your leadership will be key to maximizing output and maintaining the integrity of our production assets in the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day production operations, ensuring optimal performance and meeting production targets.
• Develop and implement operational strategies to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
• Ensure strict adherence to all health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the operations team, fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement.
• Oversee maintenance activities and manage spare parts inventory.
• Collaborate with engineering, subsurface, and commercial teams to align production with business objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in oil and gas production operations, with at least 3 years in a management role.
• Proven track record of managing large-scale production facilities and diverse teams.
• Strong understanding of production optimization techniques, artificial lift, and surface facilities.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and decision-making skills.
• Experience with hybrid work models, effectively managing on-site and remote responsibilities.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and executive bonus potential.
• Comprehensive health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Generous retirement savings plan with employer contributions.
• Company vehicle or travel allowance.
• Relocation assistance for qualified candidates.
• Significant opportunities for career advancement within a leading energy company.