Senior Operations Manager - Oil & Gas

Placements24; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive health insurance

Company vehicle and fuel allowance

Retirement savings plan with company-m

Bonus structure

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Operations Manager to lead our client’s oil and gas operations in Benoni. The role focuses on achieving operational efficiency, safety, and regulatory compliance while driving strategic initiatives to meet business objectives.

A strong leader with deep operations knowledge will guide complex projects and diverse teams. The ideal candidate will have 10+ years in operations management, an MBA preferred, and proven ability to optimize performance across large

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or related field; MBA preferred.
• At least 10 years of progressive experience in operations management, with significant oil & gas exposure.
• Proven track record of managing large-scale operations and teams.
• Strong knowledge of operational best practices, safety management systems, and regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent strategic planning, financial management, and leadership skills.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations, ensuring productivity, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
• Develop and implement operational strategies and procedures aligned with company goals.
• Manage budgets, resource allocation, and operational expenditures.
• Ensure strict adherence to health, safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
• Lead, mentor, and develop operations staff to foster a high-performance culture.
• Monitor operational performance, identify areas for improvement, and implement corrective actions.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Financial management

Communication

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration/Engineering

MBA preferred

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a results-oriented Senior Operations Manager to lead their team in Benoni . This executive role is responsible for the overall management and performance of the company's oil and gas operations. You will ensure operational efficiency, safety, and compliance across all activities, driving strategic initiatives to achieve business objectives. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of operational management, and a proven ability to manage complex projects and diverse teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations, ensuring productivity, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
• Develop and implement operational strategies and procedures aligned with company goals.
• Manage budgets, resource allocation, and operational expenditures.
• Ensure strict adherence to all health, safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
• Lead, mentor, and develop operations staff to foster a high-performance culture.
• Monitor operational performance, identify areas for improvement, and implement corrective actions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field; MBA preferred.
• At least 10 years of progressive experience in operations management, with a significant portion in the oil and gas industry.
• Proven track record of successfully managing large-scale operations and teams.
• Strong knowledge of operational best practices, safety management systems, and regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent strategic planning, financial management, and leadership skills.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal abilities.

Benefits

• Highly competitive executive salary and comprehensive bonus structure.
• Executive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Company vehicle and fuel allowance.
• Generous retirement savings plan with company match.
• Opportunities for significant impact and career advancement within the organization.