Job Description: Senior Operations Manager 
Having familiarity with the local market and being based in the area would be an advantage.


A leading provider of drilling, chemical, and sand stimulation services in the oil & gas industry, committed to optimizing operational performance and driving innovation in Indonesia and beyond.

Location: Jakarta, Indonesia (with occasional travel to field locations across oil & gas regions)

Position Level: Senior Operations Manager

Department: Operations

Reporting To: Director of Operations

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and results-driven operations leader to oversee end-to-end drilling, chemical, and sand stimulation operations.

This role requires a strong combination of:

• Deep technical expertise
• Commercial and operational acumen

The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring:

• Optimal asset utilization
• High-quality service delivery
• Rigorous financial and margin control

within a fast-paced and dynamic operational environment.

Key Responsibilities

This role is centered around three core pillars: asset utilization, service delivery excellence, and financial performance discipline.

1. Multi-Service Line Coordination

• Oversee the seamless deployment of equipment, tools, and technical crews across multiple service lines, including drilling, chemical treatments, and sand stimulation
• Ensure efficient coordination and execution across concurrent client operations

2. Client & Stakeholder Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for client asset managers and drilling superintendents
• Participate in daily operational briefings
• Align drilling and production schedules with client expectations
• Resolve technical issues and contract deviations in real time

3. P&L Ownership and Budget Management

• Hold full accountability for operational budget and profit & loss (P&L) performance
• Drive initiatives to:
• Maximize asset utilization
• Minimize Non-Productive Time (NPT) and associated financial impact
• Ensure cost efficiency and margin optimization across operations

4. HSE and Regulatory Compliance

• Enforce strict adherence to safety standards, company policies, and regulatory requirements
• Ensure all personnel maintain required certifications (e.g., POP/POM for operational supervisors)
• Proactively mitigate risks related to incidents, oil spills, and equipment damage

Key Requirements & Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate is a seasoned professional with a strong technical foundation and proven leadership capability in complex oil & gas operations.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in:
• Chemical Engineering
• Petroleum Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Or a related Engineering/Science discipline

Experience

• Minimum of 15 years of experience in the Oil & Gas industry
• At least 5 years in leadership, managerial, or field coordination roles
• Prior experience with leading international Oilfield Services (OFS) companies is highly preferred

Technical Expertise

• Proven experience in the application of non-polymer chemical technologies for:
• Drilling operations
• Sand stimulation
• Demonstrated track record in:
• Operational optimization
• Production enhancement

Certifications

• Certified Project Management Professional (Intermediate level) – valid
• Supervising Operations Certification (POM, Intermediate level) – valid
• Additional certifications in:
• Well control
• Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)
• Chemical operations

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.