Operations Support Manager at JAGAL Group

Jagal Group is a leading Nigerian conglomerate with operations in the Oil & Gas, Construction and Manufacturing industries. The company has been growing successfully over the past 40 years, and has become a valuable and respected contributor to the development of the country's economy.

Jagal offers diverse career opportunities across all its business activities. The Group's broad range of industries and services offer rewarding prospects for various professional backgrounds and can satisfy ambitions for a successful future career.

Jagal Group is recruiting to fill the below position:

Job Title: Operations Support Manager

Ref No: 248
Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Reporting to: GM Fabrication

Job Purpose

• Support the GM Fabrication and Fab Operations Manager in the general running and logistics of the fabrication facility
• Manage all activities to ensure compliance with applicable safety, quality and regulatory requirements
• Assist in managing and controlling the department budget

Key Aims

• Safety of all personnel
• Provide leadership and support to the operations team
• Ensure all work areas are being managed and operated in compliance with HSEQ manual and all relevant policies and procedures
• Contribute to managing operating cost and implement effective cost reduction measures

Key Responsibilities
In coordination with the various Fabrication Department Managers and Construction Managers:

• Communicate on issues that will seriously affect safety, quality, schedule, client relationship or company reputation
• Manage and coordinate logistics issues within the facility
• Manage all Tool Room personnel in the efficient running of stores and supplies
• Coordinate SIMOPS activities with other departments and chair SIMOPS meetings
• Track and follow up on purchase requisitions in coordination with Supply Chain
• Coordinate with Supply Chain on prioritization on PO invoice payments
• Assist in the identification and implementation of training requirements in coordination with Learning & Development Department
• Monitor the conditions of facilities, buildings, equipment and infrastructure and coordinate maintenance and repairs with W&F Department
• Ensure plant and equipment is being made available for scheduled inspection and maintenance
• Monitor and expedite materials issues and track materials in production and between production units
• Monitor and coordinate segregation and removal of surplus materials and waste from production areas
• Monitor Key Performance Indicators and be pro-active in investigating the reason for poor performance and implementing corrective measures
• Issue reports on manpower numbers and deployment
• Ensure work areas are being maintained in a clean and orderly manner
• Work with Shop Managers and Construction Managers on all projects to ensure the most efficient use of equipment across the facility
• Assist in the forward planning and utilization of the yard space
• Hold members of assigned team accountable for work performance as per their roles and responsibilities
• Demonstrate good planning and organization in to day activities
• Contribute to the Continuous Improvement Process within the Operations Department
• Participate in the proposal phase for new work as required
• Attend/chair meetings as required
• Assist in assessment, training and mentoring of Nigerian personnel in the fabrication department.

Key Interfaces:

• Department Managers, Project Managers, Construction Managers
• Rigging, Scaffolding, Coating Managers
• QA/QC Managers and HSE Managers
• HR and Training Department
• Project Controls Manager, Planning Manager
• Supply Chain Manager, Warehouse Manager
• Client's representatives as required
• External auditors as required

Direct Reports:

• Tool Room Supervisor, Infrastructure Coordinator, Operations Materials Controller, Operations Secretary, other Yard Operations Support staff

Requirements

• Experience in Oil and Gas Fabrication industry
• Ability to demonstrate a complete understanding and show commitment to the importance of HSE and Quality in the activities within Fabrication facility
• Ability to take responsibility and accountability for department performance and to drive success through good leadership
• Good communication and organizational skills
• Ability to lead and manager a team and to mentor and train others

Application Closing Date
Not Stated.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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