Operations Manager

Responsibilities:

• Oversee and manage the overall operations of the Port Harcourt Branch, ensuring operational efficiency and achievement of assigned business objectives and targets.
• Develop and implement branch operational strategies and business plans in alignment with the company's overall goals and objectives.
• Coordinate and supervise EPC projects, technical services, manpower supply, and other branch operational activities.
• Identify business opportunities, develop new client relationships, and drive business development initiatives to increase revenue and expand the company's market presence.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with oil and gas operators, clients, contractors, vendors, and other industry stakeholders.
• Manage and supervise branch personnel, technical teams, and project resources to ensure productivity, accountability, and effective service delivery.
• Monitor project execution, budgets, operational costs, resource utilization, and financial performance to ensure timely delivery, cost efficiency, and project profitability.
• Ensure compliance with applicable industry regulations, contractual obligations, company policies, and established Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) standards across branch operations and project activities.
• Drive overall branch performance through effective planning, resource management, operational oversight, cost control, and achievement of agreed business targets.
• Prepare and submit periodic operational, financial, and performance reports to Head Office and management.
• Identify operational challenges and implement strategies to improve efficiency, service quality, client satisfaction, and overall business performance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or HND in Engineering, Business Administration, Management, or a related discipline. An engineering qualification will be an added advantage.
• 5 years of relevant experience in operations management within the oil and gas, EPC, engineering, or oilfield services industry, with at least 2–3 years in a supervisory or management capacity.
• Proven experience in managing projects, technical teams, business operations, and client relationships.
• Good understanding of engineering, procurement, construction, project coordination, and technical manpower services.
• Knowledge of oil and gas industry operations, contract management, commercial processes, and HSE requirements.
• Established professional networks and familiarity with key stakeholders within the Nigerian oil and gas, engineering, EPC, and industrial sectors will be an added advantage.
• Experience in managing multiple projects, contracts, and client accounts within a technical services or project-driven business environment.
• Relevant professional certifications in project management, operations management, or HSE will be an added advantage.
• Strong leadership, negotiation, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers State

Remuneration: NGN 550,000 – 650,000