Job Title: Operations & Maintenance (O&M) Manager – Upstream Oil & Gas
Location: Basra (South Iraq)
Experience: 20+ years
Job Type: Minimum of 3 years (extendable based on performance and company requirements)
Job Brief
We are looking for an experienced Operations & Maintenance (O&M) Manager to lead the safe and smooth running of upstream oil and gas facilities in South Iraq.
This is a key leadership role for someone who can manage daily operations, lead commissioning work, and keep people and assets safe. You will play an important part in building strong teams, improving plant performance, and ensuring that all work meets the highest safety standards.
We are looking for a hands-on leader who can take ownership, solve problems, and drive safe and reliable operations.
Responsibilities
- Lead daily operations and maintenance of upstream oil and gas facilities.
- Plan and manage commissioning, start-up, and handover activities.
- Ensure safe, smooth, and reliable plant operations.
- Lead operations, maintenance, and technical teams.
- Set up and improve maintenance plans and work processes.
- Ensure all work meets HSE rules and industry safety standards.
- Monitor plant performance and take action to reduce downtime.
- Manage equipment checks, repairs, and planned maintenance.
- Work closely with engineering, project, and client teams.
- Identify risks, solve issues, and drive better plant performance.
- Prepare regular reports on operations, safety, and maintenance.
Qualifications
- Degree in Engineering, preferably Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering.
- Strong experience in upstream oil and gas operations and maintenance.
- Proven experience in managing oil and gas facilities.
- Good experience in commissioning, start-up, and plant operations.
- Strong knowledge of HSE rules and operational safety.
- Experience leading large teams in oil and gas facilities.
- Good skills in planning, problem-solving, and team management.
- Ability to work in a challenging site environment in South Iraq.
Why Join Us?
- Take on a key leadership role in a major oil and gas operation.
- Lead important projects and make a real impact on plant performance.
- Work with skilled teams in a challenging and rewarding setting.
- Use your experience to improve safety, quality, and operations.
- Build your career through a role with real responsibility and scope.
Application Instructions
If you possess the qualifications and are driven to excel in your field, we warmly invite you to apply by sharing your updated resume at [email protected] or by applying directly through this platform.
Note: While we appreciate every application, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Your understanding is appreciated in this regard!
