Operations Director X Base

Job Description: Operations Director

Dexon Technology PLC Inspection Services (Oil & Gas Industry)

Position Overview

The Operations Director will lead and oversee all aspects of the operations function for Dexon Technology PLCs inspection services in the Oil & Gas industry. This role requires strategic and hands-on leadership to manage and integrate diverse technical teams, ensuring high-quality deliverables, operational efficiency, and alignment with the companys objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Develop and implement engineering and production strategies aligned with company goals.

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to optimize efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness.

• Drive innovation in product design, manufacturing processes, and technologies.

• Plan and manage departmental budgets, resources, and timelines.
• Direct and mentor multidisciplinary teams, including:

Transducer & Connector teams.

Engineering & Quality Assurance teams.

Fleet Testing teams.

Design Engineers, Researchers, Engineers, and Electronic Engineers.

Technicians and QA/QC personnel.

Testing and Validation specialists.

Engineering Management

• Oversee the design, development, and testing of new products or systems.

• Ensure compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and quality guidelines.

• Manage engineering teams, providing mentorship, training, and performance evaluations.

• Collaborate with R&D teams to transition projects from development to production.

Production Management

• Direct and oversee all aspects of the production process, including planning, scheduling, and execution.

• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for production efficiency and quality.

• Ensure the effective utilization of resources, including labour, equipment, and materials.

• Address and resolve production challenges, ensuring minimal downtime and disruption.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Work closely with senior leadership to align operational objectives with company strategy.
• Act as a key liaison between technical teams, clients, and other stakeholders.

Operational Strategy:

• Develop and implement strategic plans to optimize production, testing, and quality assurance processes.
• Monitor operational metrics to ensure alignment with business goals and industry standards.

Resource Management:

• Allocate resources effectively to meet project timelines and operational demands.
• Oversee the maintenance and readiness of fleet and testing equipment.

Collaboration and Communication

Qualifications

1. Skills:

• Exceptional leadership and team-building capabilities.

• Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and communication skills.

• Proficiency in operational planning, resource allocation, and process optimization.

1. Education:

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field.

• Minimum of 1015 years of experience in operations management, preferably in the Oil & Gas or related industries.

• Proven track record of managing technical and engineering teams.

• Strong understanding of QA/QC, testing, and validation processes.

• Knowledge of pipeline inspection tools, fleet operations, and advanced engineering solutions.

• Exceptional leadership and team-building capabilities.

• Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and communication skills.

• Proficiency in operational planning, resource allocation, and process optimization.

• Experience in managing In line inspection operations is highly desirable.

• Familiarity with pipeline integrity management systems and inline inspection technologies.

• Willingness to travel to operational sites and manage global teams if required.

• Comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Fluency in English communication