Field Operations Supervisor - Production

Placements24; Mossel Bay; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and on-call allowed

Health and wellness benefits

Retirement savings plan

Company vehicle and fuel allowance

Leadership development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Mossel Bay is seeking an experienced Field Operations Supervisor to oversee daily oil and gas production activities, lead a team of field technicians and operators, and ensure safe, efficient operations in field conditions.

You will drive daily, weekly and monthly production targets, monitor equipment performance, coordinate preventive maintenance, and mentor staff to build a high-performance, safety-focused culture.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in oil and gas field operations, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Strong understanding of production processes, equipment, and safety procedures.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and team-building abilities.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate field operators and technicians in oil and gas production.
• Ensure operations comply with safety, health, and environmental regulations.
• Monitor equipment performance and coordinate preventive maintenance.
• Achieve daily, weekly, and monthly production targets through effective team leadership.
• Implement operational improvements and cost-saving initiatives.
• Provide training and mentorship to field personnel to enhance skills and safety awareness.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team-building

Troubleshooting

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical certification or degree

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks an experienced Field Operations Supervisor to oversee daily production activities in the Mossel Bay area. This leadership role is responsible for managing a team of field technicians and operators, ensuring safe, efficient, and environmentally sound production operations. You will be instrumental in achieving production targets, maintaining equipment, and fostering a high-performance team culture. This position offers the opportunity to directly impact operational performance in a key region for the company.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the activities of field operators and technicians engaged in oil and gas production.
• Ensure all operations are conducted in strict adherence to safety, health, and environmental regulations.
• Monitor production equipment performance and coordinate maintenance activities to minimize downtime.
• Achieve daily, weekly, and monthly production targets through effective team management.
• Implement operational improvements and cost-saving initiatives.
• Provide training and mentorship to field personnel, promoting skill development and safety awareness.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical certification or degree is a plus.
• At least 5 years of experience in oil and gas field operations, with 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Demonstrated understanding of production processes, equipment, and safety procedures.
• Strong leadership, communication, and team-building skills.
• Ability to troubleshoot operational issues and make sound decisions under pressure.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to work in field conditions.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and on-call allowances.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Company vehicle and fuel allowance.
• Opportunities for leadership development and career growth.