Field Operations Manager

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work arrangement

Travel to operational sites

Performance-based bonuses

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Field Operations Manager to lead a remote operations team in the Oil & Gas value chain from a distributed setting. You will drive strategic plans, optimize production, maintenance and logistics, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance while maintaining high performance across geographically dispersed assets.

This remote-first role requires exceptional leadership, clear communication, and the ability to leverage remote monitoring tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field; MBA a plus.
• Minimum 10 years in field operations management within Oil & Gas.
• Proven experience managing remote teams and dispersed assets.
• Strong leadership, planning and decision-making abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for all field operations, remotely managing teams.
• Develop and implement operational plans, budgets, and performance metrics.
• Ensure adherence to health, safety, and environmental regulations and company policies.
• Oversee production, maintenance, and logistics activities; optimize resource allocation.
• Foster continuous improvement, innovation, and safety within the operations team.
• Implement and manage remote monitoring systems to track performance.
• Manage relationships with contractors, service providers, and stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Remote collaboration

Operations management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Petroleum/Mechanical/Chemical)

MBA

Tools

Remote monitoring software

Operations management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a seasoned and results-oriented Field Operations Manager to lead their remote operations team, overseeing aspects of the Oil & Gas value chain from a remote setting. This position requires strong leadership, strategic planning, and exceptional communication skills to manage geographically dispersed teams and assets effectively. You will be responsible for optimizing operational performance, ensuring safety and compliance, and driving efficiency across all field activities. The successful candidate will thrive in a remote-first environment, leveraging technology to maintain oversight and foster a cohesive, high-performing team culture. This role is crucial for maintaining operational excellence and strategic direction without constant on-site presence.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and direction for all field operations , remotely managing teams and activities.
• Develop and implement operational plans, budgets, and performance metrics.
• Ensure strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental (HSE) regulations and company policies.
• Oversee maintenance, production, and logistics activities, optimizing resource allocation.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and safety within the operations team.
• Implement and manage remote monitoring and control systems to track operational performance.
• Manage relationships with contractors, service providers, and key stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Petroleum, Mechanical, Chemical) or a related field; MBA is a plus.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in field operations management within the Oil & Gas industry .
• Proven experience in managing remote teams and geographically dispersed assets.
• Strong understanding of operational processes, including production, maintenance, and logistics.
• Excellent leadership, strategic planning, and decision-making capabilities.
• Proficiency with remote collaboration tools and operational management software.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Remote work arrangement with occasional travel to operational sites.
• Generous performance-based bonuses and long-term incentives.
• Opportunities for significant impact and career advancement in remote operational leadership.
• Supportive virtual work environment focused on collaboration and results.