Assistant Manager - HSE, Well Operations Job at Oando Plc

Oando Plc is one of Africa’s largest integrated energy solutions provider with a proud heritage. It has a primary listing on the Nigeria Stock Exchange and a secondary listing on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange. With shared values of Teamwork, Respect, Integrity, Passion and Professionalism (TRIPP).

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Assistant Manager - HSE, Well Operations

Job Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers
Job type: Full-time
Category: Environment, Health, Safety, And Quality (EHSQ)
Supervises: Senior EHS Officers
Reports to: Deputy Division Manager, EHS

Job Purpose

• The Assistant Manager, Well Operations will oversee and coordinate well operations activities for the company’s production.
• This role will ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective drilling, completion and workover operations.

Major Responsibility Area

• Lead and manage the EHS team dedicated to well operations, providing guidance, mentoring, and support to ensure effective performance. Oversee the safe execution of day-to-day WOP activities.
• Develop and implement well operations plans, budgets, and schedules.
• Ensure alignment with company objectives, regulatory requirements, and industry standards
• Oversee drilling, completion, and workover operations to ensure safe and efficient execution.
• Collaborate with drilling contractors, service providers, and internal stakeholders.
• Implement and maintain robust EHS and risk management systems for well operations.
• Ensure compliance with company EHS policies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.
• Develop and implement a training program to enhance team capabilities and competencies.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, regulatory agencies and industry partners.
• Develop and manage well operations budgets to ensure cost -effective operations
• Monitor and audit operational practices to ensure compliance with safety and environmental guidelines.
• Implement proactive strategies to manage risks related to well control, blowouts, fires, environmental spills, and other hazards.
• Lead or participate in safety meetings, pre-job briefs, and hazard identification sessions for well activities.
• Lead investigations into any incidents or near-misses during well operations, ensuring root causes are identified, and corrective actions are implemented.
• Maintain an accurate record of incidents, near-misses, and corrective actions, and prepare detailed reports for management review.
• Ensure the timely reporting of any HSE-related incidents to regulatory authorities as required.
• Ensure proper handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous and non-hazardous waste.
• Prepare for and manage internal and external EHS audits and inspections.
• Provide regular updates to EHS management on EHS and operational performance.
• Perform any other duty assigned by the Deputy Division Manager, EHS

Job Specification

• Bachelor's Degree in Petroleum Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
• A Master's Degree in a related discipline is an added advantage.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in well operations, preferably in the oil and gas industry.
• Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g. ISPON, NES, IOSH, COREN, MNSE, IIRSM, etc.)
• Strong knowledge of well operations, drilling, completion, and workover processes
• NEBOSH International General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety.
• International Technical Certificate in Oil and Gas Operational Safety.
• NEBOSH HSE Certificate in Process Safety Management
• Professional certifications, such as SPE, IWCF and IADC are desirable.
• Possession of ISO 45001 and 14001 Lead Auditor Certifications is desirable .
• Candidates holding a NEBOSH International Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety will have an advantage.
• Working knowledge of and experience in HSE Management System.
• Good written & oral communication skills.
• Administrative skills including proficiency in typical MS Office applications (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)

Core Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of well control principles, drilling hazards, and associated safety standards.
• Familiarity with local and international regulations governing well operations (e.g., API, IADC, OSHA).
• Excellent risk assessment, hazard identification, and mitigation planning skills.
• Proficient in incident investigation and root cause analysis techniques.
• Exceptional leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence teams and foster a safety-first culture.
• Proficiency in using HSE software tools and preparing detailed reports.
• Strategic thinking with a proactive approach to identifying and solving operational challenges