Production Operations Manager - Upstream Operations

Placements24; Pretoria; Vor Ort; ZAR 1.200.000 - 2.000.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Executive salary

Medical benefits

Pension and life assurance

Career advancement opportunities

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 in Pretoria seeks an experienced Production Operations Manager to lead upstream oil & gas production, ensuring safe, efficient operations and cost control.

The role requires 10+ years in production ops with 5+ in supervision, strong leadership, and deep knowledge of production engineering, artificial lift, well integrity, and safety compliance. Onshore facility oversight and regulatory familiarity are essential.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 10 years of upstream oil and gas production operations experience, with at least 5 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
• Proven experience in managing onshore production facilities and operations.
• Strong understanding of production engineering, artificial lift, well integrity, and process safety.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management skills with the ability to motivate and develop personnel.
• Excellent financial acumen and experience in managing operational budgets.
• Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and communication abilities.
• Knowledge of South African regulatory requirements for Oil & Gas.
• Familiarity with SCADA systems and production data management.
• Must possess legal working rights in South Africa.

Aufgaben

• Oversee day-to-day production operations, ensuring maximum uptime and efficiency.
• Develop and implement operational strategies to meet production targets and optimize recovery.
• Manage and lead the production operations team, providing guidance and fostering a high-performance culture.
• Ensure strict adherence to all Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) regulations and company policies.
• Oversee the maintenance and integrity of production facilities and equipment.
• Manage production budgets, controlling operational expenditures and seeking cost-saving opportunities.
• Coordinate with drilling, reservoir engineering, and exploration teams for integrated field development.
• Implement and monitor KPIs for production operations.
• Manage well interventions, artificial lift systems, and surface facilities.
• Prepare operational reports, performance analyses, and strategic recommendations.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Budget management

Decision making

Communication

Problem solving

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

SCADA systems

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client, a significant player in the Oil & Gas industry, is actively seeking an experienced and dynamic Production Operations Manager to lead their upstream operations in the Pretoria, Gauteng region. This leadership role is responsible for the safe, efficient, and cost-effective production of hydrocarbons from designated fields. You will oversee all aspects of production operations, including well management, facility maintenance, and personnel supervision, ensuring compliance with stringent safety and environmental standards. The ideal candidate will possess a strong track record in operational management, excellent leadership qualities, and a deep understanding of production engineering principles. This is a critical position that demands strategic thinking, operational excellence, and a commitment to maximizing asset performance. Join our client and play a vital role in managing and optimizing production in a key operational hub.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day production operations, ensuring maximum uptime and efficiency.
• Develop and implement operational strategies to meet production targets and optimize recovery.
• Manage and lead the production operations team, providing guidance and fostering a high-performance culture.
• Ensure strict adherence to all Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) regulations and company policies.
• Oversee the maintenance and integrity of production facilities and equipment.
• Manage production budgets, controlling operational expenditures and seeking cost-saving opportunities.
• Coordinate with drilling, reservoir engineering, and exploration teams for integrated field development.
• Implement and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for production operations.
• Manage well interventions, artificial lift systems, and surface facilities.
• Prepare operational reports, performance analyses, and strategic recommendations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in upstream oil and gas production operations, with at least 5 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
• Proven experience in managing onshore production facilities and operations.
• Strong understanding of production engineering, artificial lift, well integrity, and process safety.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop personnel.
• Excellent financial acumen and experience in managing operational budgets.
• Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and communication abilities.
• Knowledge of relevant South African regulatory requirements for the Oil & Gas industry.
• Familiarity with SCADA systems and production data management.
• Must possess legal working rights in South Africa.

Benefits

• Our client offers a highly competitive executive salary, comprehensive benefits package including medical, pension, and life assurance, performance bonuses, and significant opportunities for career advancement within the organization.

The role is based in Pretoria, offering a central location for operational oversight. Join a leading company committed to operational excellence and sustainable energy production.