Soweto Field Operations Leader – Oil & Gas Production

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Pension fund and life insurance

Leadership training and career growth

Stable and secure working environment

Access to modern production facilities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Field Operations Supervisor to oversee production facilities in Soweto, Gauteng. You will lead a team of field operators, ensure safe, efficient, and compliant operations, and coordinate with maintenance, engineering and safety departments to optimize production output.

The role requires a hands-on leader with strong communication and problem-solving skills, capable of managing multiple priorities and responding to emergencies when needed.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in oil and gas production operations, including supervisory/lead roles.
• Strong knowledge of oil and gas production processes, equipment, and safety systems.
• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent problem solving, decision making and communication abilities.
• Willingness to work irregular hours and be on call as required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead a team of field operators in daily production operations.
• Ensure safe and efficient operation of all facilities and equipment per HSE policies.
• Monitor production performance and implement corrective actions to optimize output.
• Coordinate planned and unplanned maintenance with the maintenance dept.
• Conduct safety meetings, audits, and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Train and mentor operators and support professional development.
• Manage site logistics, inventory, and resource allocation.
• Prepare daily production reports and other operational documentation.
• Respond to emergencies and execute shutdown procedures when needed.

Skills

Team leadership

HSE knowledge

Oil & gas processes

Communication

Problem solving

Decision making

Education

Petroleum/Chemical/Mechanical Engineering degree

Tools

Operational reporting tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Field Operations Supervisor to oversee production facilities in Soweto, Gauteng. You will lead a team of field operators, ensure safe, efficient, and compliant operations, and coordinate with maintenance, engineering and safety departments to optimize production output.

The role requires a hands-on leader with strong communication and problem-solving skills, capable of managing multiple priorities and responding to emergencies when needed.