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Weatherford

Oilfield services provider and equipment supplier

Operations Manager - Intervention Services & Drilling Tools

Business OperationsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeAnaco, VenezuelaNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A completed degree in Petroleum, Mechanical, Industrial, Electronics, or a related field is required.
  • At least 8 years of experience in the Oil and Gas industry is required.
  • Demonstrated experience leading operations in related product lines, including Intervention Services, Drilling Tools, Well Services, Workover, Production, or well intervention services is required.
  • Experience in operational leadership roles with responsibility for personnel, equipment, assets, financial performance, and customer service is required.
  • Experience managing contracts, operational resources, and multidisciplinary teams is required.
  • Experience interacting with strategic customers, commercial teams, and corporate leadership is required.
  • Intermediate English proficiency (B1–B2) is required to participate in operational meetings, prepare reports, interact with regional teams, and communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Broad knowledge and commitment to QHSE standards aligned with corporate policies and regulations is required.
  • Demonstrated experience implementing, monitoring, and improving safety and quality indicators in Intervention Services & Drilling Tools operations is required.
  • A strong focus on compliance with critical procedures in well interventions and operational risk management is required.
  • Experience in strategic planning and management of resources, teams, and tools for Intervention Services & Drilling Tools is required.
  • Experience managing contracts, key customer relationships, and technical-commercial support is required.
  • Experience operating in Venezuela and/or other regions is required or desired as stated, providing a global view of the Intervention Services & Drilling Tools business.

Responsibilities

  • Lead operational execution of the Intervention Services & Drilling Tools product line.
  • Ensure the product line meets established safety, quality, profitability, and customer satisfaction objectives.
  • Develop and implement operational strategies aligned with Weatherford's commercial and financial objectives.
  • Ensure the availability and efficient utilization of the product line's personnel, equipment, tools, and assets.
  • Plan, coordinate, and supervise daily operations, ensuring services are performed safely, efficiently, and profitably.
  • Coordinate staff and resource assignments for projects and contracts with supervisors, coordinators, and functional leaders.
  • Monitor operational performance using productivity, utilization, quality, and contractual-compliance indicators.
  • Ensure compliance with operating procedures, corporate standards, and regulatory requirements.
  • Provide technical and operational support to customers, field teams, and internal departments as needed.
  • Promote continuous-improvement initiatives to increase operational efficiency and service quality.
  • Manage the product line's financial performance, meeting revenue, profitability, and cash-flow objectives.
  • Lead preparation and monitoring of budgets, forecasts, and operational plans.
  • Monitor revenue, profit and loss, gross margin, operating costs, and asset utilization.
  • Review and approve requisitions, purchase orders, operating expenses, and other financial commitments within established authority levels.
  • Ensure timely and accurate invoicing for completed services.
  • Serve as the primary contact for key customers on operational and service-delivery matters.
  • Maintain relationships with customers, strategic partners, suppliers, and local authorities.
  • Participate in tenders, contract negotiations, and development of new business opportunities.
  • Identify opportunities for growth, improved profitability, and expansion of services within the product line portfolio.
  • Ensure high customer satisfaction and compliance with service-level agreements.
  • Lead multidisciplinary teams and promote a culture of high performance, safety, and collaboration.
  • Manage employee performance, training, development, and succession for the product line.
  • Ensure proper personnel administration, including time worked, variable compensation, professional development, and onboarding processes.
  • Promote local talent development and strengthen technical and leadership capabilities.
  • Ensure compliance with corporate Quality, Health, Safety, and Environment policies.
  • Lead initiatives to continuously improve QHSE indicators.
  • Ensure effective implementation of risk-management and incident-prevention programs.
  • Promote a safety culture based on compliance with critical procedures and proactive risk management.
  • Prepare and present operational, financial, and performance reports to local, regional, and corporate management.
  • Monitor compliance with the product line's operational and financial KPIs.
  • Communicate effectively with functional, regional, and global teams to align business strategies and objectives.

Desired Qualifications

  • Specialization or supplementary training in Operations Management is desirable.
  • Specialization or supplementary training in Administration is desirable.
  • Specialization or supplementary training in Finance is desirable.
  • Specialization or supplementary training in Business Management is desirable.
  • International experience is preferred.

About the Company

Weatherford

Oilfield services provider and equipment supplier

Weatherford International provides oilfield services and equipment to the global oil and gas industry. Its offerings cover the lifecycle of a well, from exploration and drilling to completion and production, using a range of tools, technologies, and field teams to support operators in locating, creating, and optimizing wells. The company differentiates itself through its long history, expansive global footprint, and a strategy built on growth through acquisitions to broaden its service capabilities, followed by a restructuring after bankruptcy to create a leaner, more adaptable business. Its goal is to help customers extract hydrocarbons efficiently and safely while navigating the changing energy market with a solid financial foundation.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Baar, Switzerland
Founded
1941

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