Head of Operations
Head of Operations
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23-07-2025
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Job Description
The Head of Operations is responsible for overseeing all technical logistical and regulatory aspects of the company s downstream activities. This includes managing the full lifecycle of petroleum product importation inland distribution contractor supervision and support for the general business operations.
The role is critical in ensuring operational efficiency cost optimization safety compliance and risk mitigation across a non-storage-based importation and distribution system.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Importation & Logistics Management
- Supervise the end-to-end process of petroleum importation from vessel nomination to port clearance discharge and onward distribution.
- Interface with Customs NPA DPR NMDPRA and SON for smooth regulatory clearance and documentation.
- Coordinate third-party depot partnerships and manage tanker/transport logistics for seamless delivery.
2. Vendor and Contractor Oversight
- Select vet and manage relationships with third-party logistics providers marine agents transporters and depot operators.
- Conduct periodic performance reviews compliance checks and contract renegotiations.
3. SOPs Cost Control and Process Optimization
- Develop implement and monitor Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for all operational activities.
- Control operational budgets reduce demurrage and logistics costs and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
4. Compliance Safety and Crisis Response
- Ensure full compliance with industry health safety and environmental standards (HSSE).
- Lead incident investigations audits and safety drills.
- Respond effectively to operational disruptions such as port delays regulatory hold-ups or supply chain blockages.
5. Team Leadership and Collaboration
- Build and lead an effective operations team including field officers compliance staff and logistics coordinators.
- Coordinate closely with Sales Finance and Legal teams to align supply with commercial commitments.
Requirements
- A good bachelor s degree from a reputable university. A relevant master s degree or professional qualification will be an advantage.
- 8 - 12 years experience in oil & gas operations particularly downstream activities.
- Strong background in product importation marine logistics and third-party vendor oversight.
- Excellent understanding of Nigerian regulatory procedures and operational terrain in Eastern Nigeria.
- Proven leadership in managing field teams port operations and emergency response.
- Exceptional organizational analytical and crisis-management skills.
- Willingness to travel and engage with ground-level logistics and operations.
Benefits
- Competitive salary.
- Flexible work arrangements
- Performance-based bonuses
- Opportunity to grow with a dynamic and visionary team.
Employment Type
Full Time
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