Job Title: Onshore Installation Manager

Location: Gabon, site TBN

Type of Role: rotational, site-based

Assala is a dynamic Oil and Gas Exploration and Production company committed to the sustainable development of its assets in Gabon. We value a collaborative approach, promote diversity, and prioritize safety and integrity in all our operations.

We are seeking for an Onshore Installation Manager (OIM) to lead the safe and efficient management of all operations and projects on the assigned site. As a pivotal member of our operations team, you will serve as a critical point of accountability, ensuring the onshore installation operates smoothly while prioritizing the safety and well-being of all personnel and the surrounding environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the safe and efficient operation of offshore facilities, ensuring strict compliance with safety, health, environmental, and operational standards.
• Comply with Assala Energy's Health, Safety, Environment & Social Performance Policy, ensuring team compliance.
• Conduct risk assessments and maintain a proactive safety culture at worksites.
• Coordinate and supervise contractors to ensure timely, safe, and cost-effective execution of projects and maintenance activities.
• Communicate progress, challenges, and solutions clearly to stakeholders, fostering alignment and accountability.
• Facilitate daily team meetings to review progress, align priorities, and coordinate tasks effectively.
• Oversee the preparation and approval of project documentation, including installation plans, schedules, and reports.
• Drive production targets, optimize performance, and minimize downtime to achieve operational efficiency.
• Approve and manage emergency and urgent work orders, minimizing disruptions and maintaining operational continuity.
• Identify and implement cost-effective improvement projects to enhance operational efficiency and reduce unit operating costs.
• Ensure proper handovers of equipment post-maintenance, verifying operational readiness and documentation accuracy.
• Manage the facility budget and monitor expenditures to achieve cost-effective operations within OPEX targets.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives, promoting best practices and innovation in operational processes.
• Build strong networks across maintenance, wells, and project teams to address challenges and deliver integrated solutions.

• Bachelor’s degree in Petroleum Engineering or related field with a strong production and maintenance content
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive relevant experience in Production engineering (Production, Maintenance and Production Technology)

• Proven ability to successfully deliver complex projects on time and within budget, managing multidisciplinary teams.
• In-depth understanding of HSE regulations, standards, and best practices in installation management.
• Strong familiarity with operational integrity, asset management, and production optimization.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to motivate teams in high-pressure and multicultural environments.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively while maintaining a proactive problem-solving approach.
• Proven commitment to continuous improvement initiatives and driving best practices.

• You’ll need to be comfortable speaking both English and French for this role

If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification, we still want to hear from you! Your unique skills and experiences might be exactly what we’re looking for, even if you don’t meet all the criteria !