Head of Operations Department
Location: Wilaya Illizi, Algeria
Contract Duration: 12 months (renewable)
Start Date: July, 2025
Work Schedule: 4 weeks on / 4 weeks off (28/28 Rotation)

Elevate Your Career in Head of Operations Department
Join our dynamic team as the Head of Operations Department in the gas processing industry! This is your opportunity to lead operational excellence and safety initiatives in a full-time contract role located in Wilaya Illizi, Algeria. Be part of a mission that prioritizes safety culture and optimizes production processes while ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Role Overview

• Participate in developing the entity's safety culture through monitoring insulation procedures, conducting safety meetings, and promoting toolbox talks.
• Maintain constant HSE vigilance over activities within the production center, ensuring safety in operations, maintenance, and new construction.
• Approve work permits as part of the production center's HSE program.
• Define and implement individual training plans in conjunction with the RHU Department, including mandatory safety training.
• Carry out improvement actions defined in action plans for which you are responsible.
• Ensure compliance with the Group's HSE policy across all entities and subcontracting companies.
• Manage main activities and teams including Planning, Budget, Major and Specific Operations, HR, and Reporting.
• Define and implement operating policies and ensure adherence to operating procedures.
• Optimize process settings to maximize quantities of dry gas shipped and recover LPG and condensate while ensuring product quality.
• Control material balance reports, daily activity reports, trip reports, and MAP analysis.
• Ensure proper laboratory management by the process team and implement action plans as necessary.
• Maintain contact with official entities regarding dissemination of information impacting flow rates of dry gas shipped.
• Measure facility efficiency through established indicators.
• Conduct engineering studies to resolve integrity and performance issues within the production center.
• Supervise plant upgrade work as part of the TFT II project.
• Propose and monitor internal change requests to improve current processes.
• Ensure regular updating of documentation such as PIDs, procedures, and operating manuals.
• Prepare, defend, and monitor short-term, medium-term, and investment operating budgets.
• Prepare specifications and contractual strategies while assessing unmet needs for specific contracts.
• Develop and update the site's 4-week and 4-month planning.

Skills & Qualifications

• Gas Processing: Expertise in gas processing operations and optimization.
• HSE Management: Strong understanding of health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Leadership: Proven ability to manage teams effectively and foster a collaborative environment.
• Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze incidents and performance metrics to drive improvements.
• Project Management: Experience in supervising projects and managing budgets.
• Technical Proficiency: Knowledge of engineering studies related to production integrity.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective collaboration.
• French speaker.

Education & Experience

• Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field is preferred.
• Certifications: Relevant certifications in HSE or gas processing are advantageous.
• Experience: Minimum 10 years of experience in operations management within the gas processing industry.

About Airswift
Airswift is a global workforce solutions provider specializing in the engineering and technology sectors. With operations spanning over 70 countries, we boast a talent pool of over 9,000 contractors and 1,000 employees. Our unparalleled reach and expertise are unmatched in the industry.

How to Apply?

If you are a motivated and skilled professional looking for an exciting opportunity, we invite you to join our team. Please submit your resume to henrique.pinheiro@airswift.com. Airswift is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We thank all applicants for their interest; However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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