Superior Energy Services, Bairnsdale & Gippsland Australia (Deadline 06 March 2017)

Superior Energy Services

Superior Energy Services (Australia) provides personnel and equipment to the Oil & Gas Industry, specialising in well intervention (workover, snubbing, coiled tubing & wireline), equipment rental and engineering services.  We are a highly experienced and respected Oil & Gas Service Organisation, who has performed many highly successful workover and snubbing operations in remote and technically challenging locations.   We are a customer driven organisation that listens and responds to our customer's needs to ensure solutions are customised for each project, providing the right tools and knowledge to deliver the most cost effective options with the highest efficiencies.

Our mission is to provide our customers with safe, incident free, and efficient operations through the delivery of products and services that meet or exceed expectations first time, every time.   We are a values-based organisation and conduct all business dealings in accordance with our shared core values of integrity, respect, safety, fair play and citizenship.

Operations Manager

Superior Energy Services (Australia) have an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated and enthusiastic Operations Manager to join our operation in Sale.   The purpose of this position, which reports to the General Manager, is to –
Provide management of the day to day operations of Hydraulic Workover (HWO) & Snubbing functions.
Oversee technical needs of customers through product/service knowledge and geographic understanding of challenges
Provide suitable safe and cost effective solutions

Essential Responsibilities include –

Prioritising project objectives by assessing the structure for efficiency, cost savings, energy conservation, operator convenience, safety, environmental quality; estimating relevance, time, and costs.
Technical review of contract proposals and specifications for client contracts/subcontracts; identify, evaluate, and advise on potential project problems/risks.
Ensuring that projects are performed in a consistent manner in compliance with all HSE, Operations, Maintenance policies, and industry best practices
Ensuring that projects are performed in compliance with Government regulations, customer requirements, and generally accepted work standards (API, DNV, etc.)
Supporting the General Manager by assisting in oversight of design and communication of operational project plans; monitor progress and performance against project plans; consult with Project Personnel to resolve any operational problems and minimise delays

Education & Experience required –

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Technology, or Business OR 10+ years' experience in HWO & Snubbing Industry.  Must possess thorough understanding of HWO & Snubbing well intervention techniques, technology and broad understanding of associated tools. Must demonstrate leadership and people management qualities.

Technical Skills required –

Knowledge of API standards
IADC or IWCF Well Control
Risk Management/Risk Assessment
Incident Investigation
Knowledge of current practices and technology used in the Oil & Gas industry
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite

Behavioural Abilities

Business Acumen:  

Knowledge of general business practices as well as knowledge of the organisation's functioning.  An understanding of organisational culture and the ability to function effectively within its social structure.

Communication: 

 Interacting with others through verbal and non-verbal means to present information in an engaging and understandable manner.  Using listening and other attending behaviours to gain a shared understanding of the topic at hand.

Customer Engagement:

  Engaging external customers and internal resources to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes in a way that provides an optimal experience for the customer

Decision Making:

  Making high quality decisions in a timely manner, usually with less data and analysis than might be desired.

Innovation:

  Taking a multi-faceted approach to problem-solving and creation of solutions to problems.  Championing organisation-wide learning and sharing of information.  Taking a viewpoint that is broader than their immediate group or department and encompassing external factors
Project Management:  Effectively managing a project from the planning stage to completion with an emphasis on quality during the process.  Using organisational resources, processes, and policies effectively.

Technical Expertise: 

 Synthesizing knowledge of the field and presenting it in an appropriate manner.  Handling collection, analysis, and presentation of organizational data that enhances decision making.  Having a technical impact beyond the immediate department or group.

A Position Description can be provided on request, should you meet the key criteria.

Applications Close - Monday, 6th March 2017 at 5:00pm

Dawn Tyler

HR Coordinator

dawn.tyler@superiorenergy.com