Senior Operations Manager

Job Description: Senior Operations Manager

A leading provider of drilling, chemical, and sand stimulation services in the oil & gas industry, committed to optimizing operational performance and driving innovation in Indonesia and beyond.

Location: Jakarta, Indonesia (with occasional travel to field locations across oil & gas regions)

Position Level: Senior Operations Manager

Department: Operations

Reporting To: Director of Operations

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and results-driven operations leader to oversee end-to-end drilling, chemical, and sand stimulation operations.

This role requires a strong combination of:

• Deep technical expertise
• Commercial and operational acumen

The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring:

• Optimal asset utilization
• High-quality service delivery
• Rigorous financial and margin control

within a fast-paced and dynamic operational environment.

Key Responsibilities

This role is centered around three core pillars: asset utilization, service delivery excellence, and financial performance discipline.

1. Multi-Service Line Coordination

• Oversee the seamless deployment of equipment, tools, and technical crews across multiple service lines, including drilling, chemical treatments, and sand stimulation
• Ensure efficient coordination and execution across concurrent client operations

2. Client & Stakeholder Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for client asset managers and drilling superintendents
• Participate in daily operational briefings
• Align drilling and production schedules with client expectations
• Resolve technical issues and contract deviations in real time

3. P&L Ownership and Budget Management

• Hold full accountability for operational budget and profit & loss (P&L) performance
• Drive initiatives to:
• Maximize asset utilization
• Minimize Non-Productive Time (NPT) and associated financial impact
• Ensure cost efficiency and margin optimization across operations

4. HSE and Regulatory Compliance

• Enforce strict adherence to safety standards, company policies, and regulatory requirements
• Ensure all personnel maintain required certifications (e.g., POP/POM for operational supervisors)
• Proactively mitigate risks related to incidents, oil spills, and equipment damage

Key Requirements & Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate is a seasoned professional with a strong technical foundation and proven leadership capability in complex oil & gas operations.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in:
• Chemical Engineering
• Petroleum Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Or a related Engineering/Science discipline

Experience

• Minimum of 15 years of experience in the Oil & Gas industry
• At least 5 years in leadership, managerial, or field coordination roles
• Prior experience with leading international Oilfield Services (OFS) companies is highly preferred

Technical Expertise

• Proven experience in the application of non-polymer chemical technologies for:
• Drilling operations
• Sand stimulation
• Demonstrated track record in:
• Operational optimization
• Production enhancement

Certifications

• Certified Project Management Professional (Intermediate level) – valid
• Supervising Operations Certification (POM, Intermediate level) – valid
• Additional certifications in:
• Well control
• Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)
• Chemical operations