About company

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, umbilical, subsea hardware, and tooling. We also use applied technology expertise to serve the defense, entertainment, material handling, aerospace, science, and renewable energy industries.

Job Purpose

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 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 intrapersonal 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.

Functions

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 life saving 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 highest standard of morals and ethics

Create and implement development plans for direct reports

Have open communications 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 practice.

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 Oceaneering’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 (Requires Regional Variance)

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.

What we offer:

As part of a global company, you will have the ability to grow and learn in a diverse, collaborative culture. We foster relationships and learning through connected global and local teams, promote flexible and diverse career pathways and support the development of your knowledge and skills. You will be able to thrive in a safe workplace and learn from a high performing team consisting of talented and driven individuals. We offer extensive EAP offerings and flexibility to support you in your wellbeing at work.

Ignite your career at a place where your distinct potential can find its home. In addition, we also offer genuine career development opportunities, hybrid working arrangement, autonomy, engaging work and a great team culture!

If the above sound like you, we would like to hear from you!