Operation & Maintenance Manager

Operations Management Oversee daily field operations including production facilities, Terminal, tank Farm, pipelines, and processing units to ensure continuous and efficient output. Monitor production performance against targets and implement corrective actions for deviations. Coordinate with production engineers on well performance, flow assurance, optimization and Maintenance Ensure smooth start-up, shutdown, and turnaround activities. Maintenance Management Develop and implement preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs for mechanical, electrical, civil, and instrumentation assets. Manage maintenance schedules, spare parts inventory, and equipment reliability programs to minimize downtime. Oversee maintenance of rotating equipment (pumps, compressors, turbines), static equipment (vessels, tanks, piping), electrical systems, and civil structures. Coordinate shutdown/turnaround planning and execution with minimal production loss. HSE & Compliance Ensure strict adherence to HSE policies, industry regulations, and statutory requirements (environmental, safety, occupational health). Lead incident investigations, risk assessments, and permit-to-work systems. Promote a strong safety culture across operations and maintenance teams. Team & Resource Management Lead, supervise, and mentor operations and maintenance teams, including engineers, technicians, and contractors. Plan manpower, tools, and equipment resources for field activities. Manage vendor/contractor performance for outsourced maintenance and repair work. Budget & Reporting Prepare and manage O&M budgets, cost control, and expenditure tracking. Provide regular reports to senior management on production, maintenance KPIs, downtime analysis, and improvement initiatives. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance plant reliability and reduce operational costs. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Civil, or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent). 510 years of relevant experience in operations and maintenance roles, with prior experience specifically in the oil & gas industry (upstream/midstream/downstream field operations). Sound knowledge of oil & gas production processes, equipment, and maintenance practices. Familiarity with HSE regulations, permit-to-work systems, and international codes/standards (API, ASME, IEC as applicable). Experience with CMMS/maintenance management systems preferred. KEY SKILLS & COMPETENCIES Strong leadership and team management abilities. Good analytical and troubleshooting skills for equipment and process issues. Effective communication and coordination with cross-functional teams and contractors. Ability to work under pressure and handle emergency situations. Proficiency in MS Office; exposure to SAP/CMMS tools is a plus. Willingness to work in remote field locations and rotational shifts, as required .