Operations Manager

Responsibilities Manage and coordinate the activities of staff including training, employee development, performance evaluation, hiring decisions, and the establishment of goals and performance objectives for assigned department. Manage budget and expenditures and forecasting Direct facility operations including facility layout, utilities, infrastructure and general facility and asset maintenance. Initiate corrective action to prevent the occurrence of nonconformities and identify and record any problems relating to operations, process, and quality system. Review and recommend capital purchases as necessary. Review and approve items for inclusion in the Capital Expenditure Program. Perform other work-related tasks as assigned. Comply with all NOV Company and HSE policies and procedures. Oversee the cross-functional activities to support the team (Project Management, HR, Finance, Facility, Administration, PR and market sensing) Work closely with engineering teams to ensure goals and objectives are being delivered on time Manage relationships with internal/external stakeholders in business units and other research centers to align strategic directions Assist in establishing operational process and procedure to provide excellent and strong operational support to research efforts Plan and coordinate all installations and maintenance efforts for rig and facility. Manage the upkeep of equipment and supplies to meet health and safety standards Inspect buildings’ structures to determine the need for repairs or renovations Review utilities consumption and strive to minimize costs Supervise all staff facilities staff (custodians, technicians, groundskeepers etc.) and external contractors Control activities like parking space allocation, waste disposal, building security etc. Take personal responsibility for, and demonstrate leadership in, HSE. Play a leading role in safety meetings and the safety program Provide leadership, guidance and coaching to direct reports, and manage their efforts so as to maximize their contribution to operational effectiveness and performance Direct enactment of the drilling programs and manage resources being applied to the drilling activities at site to achieve safe, efficient, and effective operations. Conduct timely reviews of the drilling or testing program Ensure that the rig is operated in accordance within the design parameters and in conformance with NOV requirements. Be present at the rig floor or relevant area of the rig to direct all critical activities Take responsibility for planned maintenance, certification, record-keeping, and reporting Maintain all required records and documentation and produce accurate and timely reports on all aspects of rig operations and personnel matters Develop rig move plans and manage rig moves, taking personal responsibility for safely rigging-down & rigging-up of the drilling rig, Establish a culture of continuous improvement in operations and demonstrate results in this regard. Work with site personnel and other site contractors to develop improved practices which will positively impact on performance Ensure that drilling operations are conducted in accordance with policies and practices of NOV and relevant national authorities Liaise with stakeholders who are involved in operations so as to achieve cohesion in concurrent/simultaneous operations and cross-company teamwork & effectiveness Working closely with R&D leadership and project teams, the individual will ensure successful execution of key initiatives through tactical capabilities in applying R&D process excellence, strong program and partner management to improve efficiency, visibility and maintain alignment across the organization Ensure business challenges are met with solutions that deliver maximum value Drive productivity and efficiency through optimization and streamlining of processes to drive standardization, quality and accountability Implement new strategies, including adoption of tools and methodologies to enable a structured framework of R&D Operations Maintain administrative responsibility, business-wide training and onboarding, communications, analytics, operations and standard operating processes Skills & Experience Required Ability to work, manage and drive initiatives in a cross-functional, semi siloed environment Proven analytical and strong organizational skills with excellent interpersonal, communication skills Proven experience as facilities manager or relevant position Well-versed in technical/engineering operations and facilities management best practices Knowledge of basic accounting and finance principles Excellent verbal and written communication skills Excellent organizational and leadership skills QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE Minimum of 10 years’ experience  BSc/BA in engineering, business administration or relevant field 5 years of experience in strategic planning, R&D or Operations & Rig activities Good analytical/critical thinking Relevant professional qualification will be considered