Tullow Oil Operations Consultant

Tullow Oil Operations Consultant

Job purpose
The Operations Consultant will be based in the Nairobi Business Unit (BU) Office on a B2B, 4 on 4 off rotation and is responsible for provide Operational consultancy services to Kenya Business Unit Operations Manager including but not limited to operational improvement programmes, risk management, production efficiency, incident investigation and independent audit and review.The Operations Consultant will support in effective development, integration and execution of all BU Operational requirements and supporting the development and implementation of processes, systems and standards in field based operations. This position is a key support role to the Operations Manager (Nairobi based).The role contributes to business unit success by ensuring that all BU Office based activities which support day-to-day exploration, appraisal and operations, as well as early development planning, are integrated and managed in an efficient and timely manner.Key to this role is interfacing between the various operational sites and the respective Tullow Function Heads and Field Operations Manager to ensure that supporting activities are executed in compliance with Tullow Oil Kenya Policies and Guidelines.The Operations Support Engineer also has a pivotal role in ongoing issues management and plays an important interface role between Social Performance, Asset Protection, Well Engineering, EHS and site operations.The position works closely with supporting functions to ensure technical and non-technical issues associated with the successful delivery of the exploration and appraisal work programme are appropriately managed with, and reported to, key internal stakeholders. It works cross functionally to support early integrated planning and execution of site based activities. 
Responsibilities /Key Objectives:

• In cooperation with Tullow Oil Operation Manager, assist and support all Business Unit Office and Field based activities in areas of exploration, appraisal and Operations, well testing and early development planning.
  
• Ensure that operational planning takes account of non-technical above ground risks, trends and events that may negatively affect Tullow Kenya’s ability to execute the agreed (or proposed) work programme.
  
• Work with development team on Operational activity as required
  
• Work with Civils in the pre-planning, construction of new well pads, camp locations, forward operating bases etc.
  
• Ensure compliance with relevant permits (including but not necessarily limited to ESIAs and Site Specific Assessments). This includes ensuring that all operating procedures are in place and being implemented by contractors.
  
• Development and implementation of Operational processes and procedures driven by the Corporate Standards
  
• Input into work programme schedules, budgets, resourcing and manpower requirements.
  
• Ensure that lines of communication and information flows are effective between respective sites and between site operations and Nairobi with respect to above ground risk mitigation.
  
• Contribute to risk assessments and management planning as required.
  
• Assist field staff with any troubleshooting of problems
  
• Investigate field reports, by following up with first hand confirmation of data
  
• Assist engineers with identifying problems and encouraging problem solving and follow-thru
  
• Participate and contribute to functional audits / reviews (either internal or external).
  
• Support execution of Tullow Kenya initiatives which may be owned by Social Performance, EHS or Supply Chain Management as requested.
  

Experience and Education:

• Experience in Operations Management
  
• Strong track record in building successful relationships and securing alignment between multiple stakeholders.
  
• Experience in relationship management, negotiations, and conflict resolution.
  
• Essential in the ability to develop high quality operational support documentation
  
• Must be a strong team player with a firm, personal commitment toward department and business goals
  
• Solid understanding of international best practice/standards in this area.
  
• Must have capacity to develop quality documentation in support of Operational activity
  

Skills:

• A broad range of management competences are required with particular emphasis on leadership, supervision, motivation, communication, and planning.
  
• Demonstrated understanding and appreciation of Social Performance, Asset Protection and EHS issues affecting oil operations, including an ability to build a holistic picture of the key factors as they affect the company.
  
• Proven track record of planning.
  
• Ability to translate complex information into strong, easily delivered messages, including the ability to influence, inspire confidence and build trust at all levels.
  
• Proven ability to manage complex matters in a transparent and inclusive fashion.
  
• Ability to integrate non technical risks in into business and project planning as required.
  
• Must be able to give and receive innovative, creative and helpful feedback for team growth and productivity.
  
• Must be able to interface and communicate effectively within the organization.
  
• Must value diversity and exhibit a leadership style that empowers, coaches, mentors, and fosters a cohesive team environment.
  
• Build and maintain a network of local stakeholders and informed parties.
  
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
  
• Ability to manage conflict situations including conflict resolution and analysis.
  
• Must also be successful in managing effective deployment of resources, systems and personnel to enable achievement of business objectives.
  
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office suite of products and Corporate Systems.
  
• Demonstrate effective customer service skills to internal & external customers.
  
• Good understanding and knowledge of field development.
  
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills.
  
• Knowledge of financial analysis and accounting principles.
  
• Excellent people management and supervisory skills.
  
• Extensive sourcing, negotiation and human relations skills are required.
  
• Understand the financial components of the business
  

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