HEAD OF OPERATIONS AT AN OIL AND GAS COMPANY - WESTFIELD CONSULTING LIMITED | OPERATIONS JOB IN LAGOS

About Company:

Westfield Consulting Limited – Our client, with interests in Real Estate, Energy, Agriculture, Mining, Maritime, and Aviation, is looking for a qualified and passionate candidate for its Oil and Gas Services to fill the position below

Job Description:

• The Head of Operations is responsible for providing strategic leadership and operational oversight for the company’s 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.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and direction to the operations team across multiple depotlocations.
• 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
• 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/HND 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 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

Salary

Application Closing Date: Not specified

Application Instructions:

Candidates should send their current CV to: victor.allu@westfield-consulting.com using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.