Operations Manager

Job title : Operations Manager

Salary: N550,000 – N650,000 Gross Monthly (Depending on experience and qualifications)

Job Summary

We are a Nigerian-based Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) company providing integrated solutions to the oil and gas, energy, and industrial sectors. We are seeking an experienced, strategic, and results-driven Operations Manager to oversee the operations and business performance of our Port Harcourt Branch.

The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring effective branch operations, coordinating project execution, managing technical teams and resources, developing client relationships, identifying business opportunities, and driving operational efficiency and business growth.

The ideal candidate must have a strong background in oil and gas operations, project management, and business development, with the ability to manage operational activities, coordinate technical services, maintain client relationships, and deliver results in a competitive business environment.

Key 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.
• 5–7 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.