Weatherford is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead our Artificial Lift operations in Williston, ND. This role is critical to ensuring operational excellence, service quality, and customer satisfaction in the delivery of artificial lift solutions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in artificial lift systems, leadership in oilfield operations, and a commitment to safety and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage artificial lift operations, including sucker rod, pumping unit service, rod lift, and gas lift systems.
• Ensure alignment with Weatherford's operational standards, client expectations, and safety protocols.
• Collaborate with engineering, service quality, and sales teams to optimize performance.
• Oversee budgeting, cost control, and financial reporting in accordance with GAAP.
• Drive HSE compliance and promote a culture of safety and accountability.
• Develop and coach cross-functional teams to achieve operational goals.
• Engage with clients to understand needs and deliver tailored solutions.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives across operations.

Qualifications

• Experience as an Operations Manager in oil and gas, artificial lift, or a closely related field
• Experience as an Operations Supervisory in oil and gas, artificial lift, or applicable industries
• Minimum of 2 years of hands-on experience with artificial lift systems is required.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field is preferred but not required.
• Proven leadership in oilfield operations and service delivery.

Knowledge & Skills

• Knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control principles including GAAP.
• Comprehensive understanding of artificial lift product lines and technical job planning.
• Strong grasp of engineering, service quality, and sales functions.
• Deep understanding of customer requirements and market conditions.
• Ability to perform under pressure while balancing client and business needs.
• Familiarity with strategic planning, budgeting, staffing, HSE, and compliance.
• Strong problem-solving and implementation skills.
• Commitment to continuous improvement.
• Ability to manage, develop, and coach teams across organizational boundaries.
• Experience working in a global matrix organization.
• Excellent leadership, interpersonal, negotiation, and planning skills.
• Team-oriented with strong organizational and communication abilities.
• Strategic thinker with solid analytical capabilities.
• Intermediate proficiency in systems such as JDE, Hyperion, TapRoot, PeopleSoft, Salesforce, and FieldFX

Why Weatherford?

• Be part of a global leader in energy services and technology.
• Work in a dynamic environment with cutting-edge artificial lift solutions.
• Competitive compensation, benefits, and career development opportunities.

ABOUT US

Weatherford is a leading global energy services company. Our world-class experts partner with customers to optimize their resources and realize the full potential of their assets. Across our operating locations, including manufacturing, research and development, service, and training facilities, operators choose us for strategic solutions that add efficiency, flexibility, and responsibility to any energy operation.

When you join Weatherford, you instantly feel connected to something bigger - a community that is grounded by our core values and driven to create innovative solutions for our customers. We celebrate each other's successes, grow together, and learn from each other constantly. Individually, we are impressive. Together, we are unstoppable. We are One Weatherford.

Weatherford is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.