Field Operations Superintendent - Production Facilities

Placements24; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Housing support

Performance-based bonuses

Career advancement

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Field Operations Superintendent to manage production facilities near Paarl. You will lead a team of operators and technicians, ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient operation of all assets while meeting targets and maintaining environmental standards.

The role requires a strong leadership mindset, technical acumen, and a proactive approach to operational challenges in the Oil & Gas sector, with opportunities for growth and advancement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Chemical or Mechanical) or related field.
• 7+ years in oil and gas production operations with at least 3 years in a supervisory role.
• Strong understanding of production processes, facility equipment, and safety regulations.
• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• Experience with permit to work systems and process safety management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of production facilities, ensuring adherence to production targets.
• Manage and develop the operations team, including operators and technicians.
• Implement and enforce safety, health, and environmental (SHE) policies and procedures.
• Ensure the integrity and reliability of production equipment through effective maintenance coordination.
• Monitor operational performance, identify areas for improvement, and implement corrective actions.
• Manage operational budgets and control costs effectively.

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Safety compliance

Team development

Education

Bachelor's in Engineering (Chemical/Mechanical) or related

Job description

About the Role

Our client requires a seasoned Field Operations Superintendent to manage production facilities operations in the vicinity of Paarl . This critical role is responsible for the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of all production assets, ensuring that production targets are met while maintaining stringent safety and environmental standards. You will lead a team of operators and technicians, fostering a culture of operational excellence and continuous improvement within the Oil & Gas sector. This position requires strong leadership, technical acumen, and a proactive approach to operational challenges.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of production facilities, ensuring adherence to production targets.
• Manage and develop the operations team, including operators and technicians.
• Implement and enforce safety, health, and environmental (SHE) policies and procedures.
• Ensure the integrity and reliability of production equipment through effective maintenance coordination.
• Monitor operational performance, identify areas for improvement, and implement corrective actions.
• Manage operational budgets and control costs effectively.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical) or a related field.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in oil and gas production operations, with at least 3 years in a supervisory role.
• Strong understanding of production processes, facility equipment, and safety regulations.
• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Experience with permit to work systems and process safety management.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Performance-based bonuses and opportunities for career advancement.
• Relocation assistance and housing support if needed.
• A challenging and rewarding role in the operational heart of the Oil & Gas industry near Paarl .
• Contribute to the efficiency and safety of vital production facilities.