Field Operations Manager - Remote

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Health insurance

Home office setup

Travel for meetings

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Field Operations Manager to lead remote hydrocarbon production and maintenance activities across multiple sites. The role focuses on strategic planning, execution, and optimization of field operations in a remote-first, global Oil & Gas environment.

You will drive safety, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness while managing geographically dispersed teams and coordinating with engineering and supply chain to ensure seamless project delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Petroleum, Mechanical, Chemical) or related field.
• 10+ years' experience in field operations management within Oil & Gas.
• Proven track record managing large-scale remote operations and dispersed teams.
• Strong knowledge of production operations, asset integrity, and maintenance strategies.
• Excellent leadership, strategic planning, and decision-making abilities.
• Proficiency with operational management software and remote collaboration tools.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of field operations, including production, maintenance, and integrity management.
• Develop and implement operational strategies to maximize production and minimize downtime.
• Ensure strict adherence to SHE regulations and company policies across all sites.
• Manage operational budgets, control costs, and identify efficiency opportunities.
• Lead, mentor, and develop remote field teams, fostering accountability and continuous improvement.
• Coordinate with engineering, supply chain, and other departments for project execution.

Skills

Remote leadership

Operational strategy

Safety compliance

Budget management

Oil & gas ops

Education

Bachelor's in Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced and results-oriented Field Operations Manager to lead their remote operations teams. In this fully remote role, you will be responsible for the strategic planning, execution, and optimization of field activities related to hydrocarbon production and maintenance across various sites. You will leverage technology and strong leadership skills to ensure operational efficiency, safety compliance, and cost-effectiveness, while fostering a high-performance culture among geographically dispersed teams. This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned professional in the Oil & Gas industry to drive operational excellence from a remote location, managing complex projects and ensuring seamless coordination.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of field operations, including production, maintenance, and integrity management.
• Develop and implement operational strategies to maximize production and minimize downtime.
• Ensure strict adherence to safety, health, and environmental (SHE) regulations and company policies across all sites.
• Manage operational budgets, control costs, and identify opportunities for efficiency improvements.
• Lead, mentor, and develop remote field teams, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Coordinate with engineering, supply chain, and other departments to ensure effective project execution and resource allocation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Petroleum, Mechanical, Chemical) or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in field operations management within the Oil & Gas sector .
• Proven experience in managing complex, large-scale remote operations and geographically dispersed teams.
• Strong understanding of production operations, asset integrity, and maintenance strategies.
• Exceptional leadership, strategic planning, and decision-making abilities.
• Proficiency with operational management software and remote collaboration tools is essential for this remote-first role.

Benefits

• A highly competitive annual salary package with significant performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive global health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous allowance for home office setup, professional development, and travel for essential meetings.
• Unparalleled flexibility and autonomy in managing your work schedule and location.
• The chance to lead critical operations for a major player in the international Oil & Gas market.