Alan & Grant – Our client is an indigenous Oil & Gas company in Nigeria is recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Head of Operations
Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Summary
- The Head of Operations (HOP) is responsible for providing strategic leadership and operational oversight for the company’s downstream oil and gas operations.
- This includes overseeing the end-to-end supply chain of petroleum products—procurement, transportation, storage, and distribution—while ensuring strict compliance with industry regulations, operational efficiency, safety, and cost-effectiveness.
- The HOP plays a pivotal role in driving business continuity and achieving corporate goals.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide strategic leadership and direction to the operations team across multiple depot locations.
- Develop, implement, and monitor comprehensive operations plans to achieve organizational targets in product supply, distribution, and depot management.
- Design and enforce Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for operations and logistics, ensuring safety, compliance, and efficiency.
- Oversee day-to-day depot operations, ensuring timely and accurate reporting of dispatches, product receipts, and inventory balances.
- Establish strong liaison and maintain compliance relationships with regulatory bodies (NNPC, PPMC, NMDPRA, NPA, etc.).
- Identify, register, and evaluate the performance of third-party service providers including transporters and depot contractors.
- Conduct regular market intelligence and pricing research to support strategic procurement and supply chain decisions.
- Ensure timely procurement and distribution of petroleum products based on market demand and supply schedules.
- Oversee the preparation and monitoring of the operations budget, ensuring cost efficiency and financial performance.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Logistics, Business Administration, or any related field.
- A Master’s Degree (e.g., MBA) is an added advantage.
- Relevant certifications in Oil & Gas operations, HSE, or Supply Chain Management are desirable
- Minimum of 10–15 years’ experience in downstream oil and gas operations, with at least 5 years in a senior management role.
- Proven track record of managing multi-site depot operations and logistics in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong leadership and people management skills.
- Deep understanding of the downstream oil and gas industry, including regulatory frameworks and market dynamics.
- Proficiency in operational software systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
Application Closing Date
Not Specified.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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