Operations Director #AJW Permanent

We’re looking for a candidate to fill this position in an exciting company.

• Provide strategic leadership, direction and oversee all operations to support business needs.
• Lead and guide Managers in the planning and decision making to achieve short and long term results.
• Lead and is a key driver for the Master Plan, Maintenance & Growth project execution plan.
• Develop and implement policies to support the operational plans and processes, and to ensure the delivery of quality service in line with the customers needs.
• Lead, oversee, manage and drive SHE policies and processes in alignment with global policy and meet legal obligations and standards.
• Lead and drive cultural work excellence on work process efficiencies & align them with the company’s strategic objectives.
• Drive & contribute to cost effectiveness through strategic partnerships.
• Develop a performance culture, people development and training in alignment with the local businesses and Human Resources guidelines with the aim to be future ready.
• Oversee and be accountable for the operations overall budget, allocation, spend and monitoring.
• Oversee to ensure that there is a database & strategic pool of EPC contractors for execution of growth projects in the most effective way.
• Develop succession plan to ensure sustainability.
• Build strong stakeholder relationship both internally and externally.
• Lead and is a representative with external parties and/or government agencies

• Degree in Engineering or related field
• Strong operational excellence background in oil & gas & chemical industry
• 15-20 years work experience with a proven track record.
• Demonstrated ability in leading, influencing, driving and stimulating organizational change efforts
• Demonstrated strategic mindset
• Demonstrated leadership and people management skills
• Global mindset coupled with cultural sensitivity
• Strong business acumen and analytical ability
• Strong Project Management with Risk Management ability
• Excellent interpersonal & communication skills
• Strong network and relationship with government bodies and local authorities
• Ability to manage multiple party communication and operate under stress