Our expanding company is seeking to hire an operations manager to join our leadership team
Job Overview
• Reporting to the Country Manager, you will oversee providing inspired leadership for the operation of one of our organisation’s lines of business.
• The role primarily involves oversight of operations including the management of field activities and field-based projects, maintenance and asset integrity, risk assessments, logistics, staff, operations support, Health Safety Environment and Security (HSES), contract management, cost & schedule control and communications.
• The role includes administrative support such as Governance support (including action follow up), development and implementation of operational, standards, systems, and procedures, maintaining databases, and communications support.
• You will also be assisting our Human Resources department with recruiting, when necessary, and help promote a company culture that encourages safety and performance.
• Successful candidates will have a bachelor’s degree in either engineering or science (or a related field) with previous experience in a management or leadership position.
• A good understanding of project level cost and schedule control is required.
Operations Manager Responsibilities:
• Provide leadership for the organisation.
• Management of field operations.
• Planning and implementation of field-based projects.
• Management of all maintenance activities and asset integrity management
• Management of operational support including staff rotations, supplies, accommodation and logistics support for field projects and operations.
• Conduct risk assessments for new projects and manage risk register for field projects and operations. Development and implementation of risk mitigation strategies.
• Responsible for the management of Health Safety Environment and Security (HSES) in Country.
• Contract management of suppliers and contractors supporting field operations and projects.
• Cost & schedule control and estimating of operations and projects.
• Responsible for maintaining communications with field and head office.
• Support in deal making and business structuring, including liaison with legal and business support entities.
• Facilitates the engagement of support resources as required by the operations.
• Engages with and contracts service providers and oversees their performance.
• Reporting on progress against operational Key Performance Indicators.
• Stakeholder engagement and marketing in support of business objectives
• Make important planning decisions and input into policy and strategic planning.
• Develop, implement, and review operational policies, standards, and procedures.
• Assist HR with recruiting when necessary.
• Help promote a company culture that encourages safe and high performance and high morale.
• Oversee budgeting, reporting, planning, and auditing.
• Work with senior stakeholders.
• Ensure all legal and regulatory documents are filed and monitor compliance with laws and regulations.
•Work with the Country Manager to determine values and mission, and plan for short and long-term goals.
• Identify and address problems and opportunities for the company.
• Build alliances and partnerships with other organizations.
• Support worker communication with the management team.
• Ensure data and knowledge management systems are established and maintained and that data is secured and retained.
Operations Manager Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a science related field.
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in operations management and leadership.
• Understanding of general finance, budgeting cost control and cost estimating.
• Ability to build consensus and relationships among managers, partners, and employees.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and use discretion in relaying information.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills including the ability to meet strict deadlines.
• High-level IT skills, including experience in the use of Teams and Zoom, the MS Office suite including SharePoint, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Please send applications to Email: modisana.botsile@botalaenergy.com.au
Closing Date: 07/03/2023