Operations Manager

Job description / Role

Client is a multi-national equipment supplier to the Oil & Gas Industry. They manufacture and supply specialist oilfield equipment to various end users across the globe.

The Operations Manager is responsible and accountable for (but not limited to) the following:
- Plan, lead, direct and coordinate the manufacturing of products in compliance with goals and objectives.
- Establish and control conditions of production to satisfy Customer and Quality specifications while maximizing the efficiency of the Production processes and personnel.
- Plan, organize and coordinate operations, in accordance with established policies, principles, and procedures, to deliver the most effective return on assets through the efficient use of materials, machines, and employees.
- Review production costs and product quality, and modifies production and inventory control programs to assure attainment of business objectives.
- Manage spending against agreed budget, controlling spend relative to changes in production volume. Participate in the annual expense and capital budget development for the department.
- Implements and drives continuous improvement activities by eliminating non valued added activities in the manufacturing process (waste elimination).
- Improve manpower utilization and schedule stability that allows for a maximum return on efficiencies.
- Train and develop production personnel to ensure safe and efficient operations. Establish group and individual accountabilities throughout assigned areas of responsibility to consistently deliver safety, quality and performance improvements.

Requirements

- Good knowledge and experience oil and gas equipment manufacturing industry
- Preferably holds a degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
- Preferably 10 years experience with minimum of 5 years production management experience
- A strong project management and people management skills
- Strong technical knowledge and technically hands-on
- A proven track record of success in budgeting, cost reduction, scheduling, staffing, training, and development of personnel and managing the production process.
- Able to motivate people and hold them accountable for performance
- Proficient Microsoft Office Skills
- Valid UAE Drivers License
- A reliable team player

About the Company

Networkers is a global recruitment consultancy helping unite job-seekers and hiring companies across the technology industry. Since Networkers was established in 2000, the business has grown considerably and we have consistently proven our ability to connect the right people with the right roles in the right businesses around the world. What makes us unique is our ability to offer a local service on a global scale. From our 14 offices spanning across four continents, we are able to recruit in more than 130 countries.