Operations Manager

Company Profile Oceaneering is a global provider of engineered services and products, primarily to the offshore energy industry.
We develop products and services for use throughout the lifecycle of an offshore oilfield, from drilling to decommissioning.
We operate the world's premier fleet of work class ROVs.
Additionally, we are a leader in offshore oilfield maintenance services, umbilicals, subsea hardware, and tooling.
We also use applied technology expertise to serve the defense, entertainment, material handling, aerospace, science, and renewable energy industries.
Position Summary The purpose of the OPG Operations Manager is to lead the Operations team to make the right decisions that will positively impact both the personnel and the business unit.
As a the leader in operations, it is vital the Operations Manager builds a culture that promotes safety, growth and development within their team, as well as progressing the systems and processes for operations in the region.
The Operations Manager will have good operational and technical base knowledge and they will continue to further enhance their inter and intra personnal skills in order to play their role in leading the region operationally.
Together with this, they will develop positive relationships with all stakeholders and overcome rewarding challenges, both independently and as a part of the wider team.
Duties And Responsibilities SAFETY Ensure that the safety policies and procedures are understood and adhered to as far as is reasonably practicable to ensure a safe working environment.
Promote and lead a strong HSE culture at all times Introduce initiatives that are safety driven with the hope of reducing Incidents and hazards in all operations.
Participation in the company HSE Observation card, STOP and LSR Self Verification Programs.
Use their SWA (Stop Work Authority) to stop a job they may feel is unsafe, in order to prevent an accident/incident occurring.
Work and abide by our 6 lifesaving rules: energy isolation, working at heights, suspended loads, radiation, confined space and pressure testing, and practice the fatality prevention behaviours that are associated with each life saving rule.
LEADERSHIP Develop and mentor personnel Promote the higest standard of morals and ethics Create and implement development plans for direct reports Have open communcations with other functions (Projects, Engineering, Bids and Proposals, SCM) in order to execute tasks flawlessly.
Track and drive the Technician Competencies and ensure of their completion Participate in global and regional initiatives as a team leader or a participant.
Communicate and collaborate with regional and global peers to implement global and regional policies and best practices.
Communicate with your direct reports constantly and maintain open and honest information and feedback TECHNICAL Manage the operations teams in delegating work for their assigned scopes Oversee the usage of the asset and maintenance management systems to log; equipment maintenance, current asset locations, and equipment certifications.
Participate in Project and Engineering meetings as required and delegate attendance when needed.
Delegate work to the team.
Understand technical work instructions and engineering drawings, including general assembly, P&ID, Electrical and hydraulic schematics and assembly procedures.
Lead the Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives that are operated by Oceaneering Manage the reporting of Non conformances and cost of poor quality (COPQ), and the Management of Change (MOC) process, as well as all other current or future Project Management Fundamentals processes.
Assist with all technical data for jobs such as changes to drawings, schematics, OMMs etc. as required for job.
Interface with client representatives where necessary Work as a positive and collaborative team player, when working in team environments.
Maintain credentials and complete required training on-line in Oceneering's chosen Learning Management System (Sum Total).
ADDITIONAL Run morning Operations toolbox talks Participate in the review and close out of action items/gaps found in the above mentioned HSE programs (Observation cards, STOP and LSR Self Verification) The list of job duties described above is not exclusive or exhaustive and the employee may be required to undertake tasks that may reasonably be expected within the scope of the job; Assist with any other duties as and when required; and Undertake specific projects as instructed by Supervisors/Management.
Supervisory Responsibilities This position has supervisory responsibilities for all Australia based Subsea Technicians reporting through OPG, as well as APAC based OMW technicians reporting through OPG.
Key Accountabilities Ensure readiness status of all equipment in location of responsibility Ensure the readiness and competency of all offshore and onshore technicians Repair and Maintenance cost of equipment.
All processes changes or implementation is completed and maintained across area of given responsibility.
Key Interactions As required, discuss with Operations the readiness of equipment to support upcoming requirements and ongoing projects.
As required, discuss with Project Managers the crew selection, preparedness, and overall competency performance.
As required, discuss local technical and engineering support, any new or ongoing support requirements.
Daily interaction with Global Mobility.
Qualifications REQUIRED Bachelor's degree in Business, Operations, or Management preferred and/OR, Relevant Oilfield experience to include at least three (3) years of Administrative, Office or Operations Management experience; or, any combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics Knowledge of appropriate steps to analytical problem solving.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
Ability to work in a team environment, remaining attentive to ideas, recognizing responsibilities, and actively participating with others to accomplish assignments and achieve desired goals.
Treats others fairly and with respect.
Knowledge of department's policies, rules, regulations, business goals, vision, organizational structure, culture, philosophy, operating principles and values, etc.
Ability to establish and maintain project priorities.
Seeks out new learning experiences.
Identifies what needs to be done and takes action before being asked or required.
Additional Information Working Conditions (Requires Regional Variance) This position is considered OFFICE WORK which is characterized as follows : Almost exclusively indoors during the day and occasionally at night.
Occasional exposure to airborne dust in the workplace .
Work surface is stable (flat).
Physical Activity/Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This position is considered LIGHT work.
OCCASIONAL FREQUENT CONSTANT Lift up to 20 pounds Climbing, stooping, kneeling, squatting, and reaching Lift up to 10 pounds Standing Repetitive movements of arms and hands Sit with back supported How To Apply Regular full-time employees who apply will be considered along with external candidates.
Employees with less than six months with their current position are not eligible to apply for job postings.
Please discuss your interest in the position with your current manager/supervisor prior to submitting your completed application.
It is highly recommended to apply through the PeopleSoft or Oceanet portals.
Closing Statement Regular full-time employees who apply will be considered along with external candidates.We offer a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity to advance in an international company.
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