Managing Director (MD) at Westflux Integrated Services Limited

Westflux Integrated Services Limited, an Indigenous gas processing company located in Lekki, Lagos is recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Managing Director (MD)

Location: Lekki, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Position Overview

• The Managing Director (MD) will lead the operations, strategic direction, and growth of the midstream business in the Energy sector, mainly LNG.
• This role is responsible for overseeing the gas processing, commercialization, transportation, storage, and distribution of LNG products.
• The MD will work closely with senior leadership, customers, and regulatory bodies to ensure operational excellence, safety compliance, and sustainable growth while optimizing financial performance.

Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership:

• Develop and implement the company’s strategic vision, ensuring alignment with the overall business goals and objectives.
• Provide leadership in the development of long-term business plans, capital investments, and expansion projects within the midstream sector.
• Drive the company’s market position and competitive advantage by identifying new business opportunities and managing existing client relationships.

Operational Excellence:

• Oversee the daily operations of the company, including transportation systems (pipelines, terminals), storage facilities, and logistics.
• Ensure all midstream operations meet or exceed industry standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies for safety, environmental sustainability, and efficiency.
• Collaborate with operational teams to continuously improve operational efficiency, reduce costs, and optimize asset utilization.

Financial Management:

• Manage the company’s financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Optimize capital expenditures, manage cost controls, and maximize revenue streams while ensuring profitability and growth.
• Provide timely and accurate financial analysis and reporting to the Board of Directors.

Risk Management and Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with all local, regional, and international regulatory standards governing midstream oil and gas operations, including environmental regulations, safety protocols, and industry best practices.
• Develop and maintain risk management strategies to mitigate operational, financial, and reputational risks.
• Lead the company’s safety culture by enforcing and promoting a zero-incident safety program.

Stakeholder Management:

• Maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, government agencies, regulators, and joint venture partners.
• Represent the company in industry forums, conferences, and with governmental bodies.
• Ensure effective communication between internal departments, clients, and external stakeholders.

Team Leadership and Development:

• Lead, inspire, and manage the senior leadership team and other key personnel within the company.
• Foster a positive, collaborative culture that emphasizes high performance, accountability, and employee development.
• Oversee talent recruitment, training, and succession planning for all operational and executive roles.

Sustainability and Innovation:

• Promote the integration of sustainability practices within the company’s operations, ensuring alignment with environmental goals and corporate social responsibility initiatives.
• Explore and implement innovative technologies that improve operational efficiencies, reduce environmental impact, and position the company as a leader in midstream solutions.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Financial performance (revenue, EBITDA, profitability).
• Operational efficiency (asset utilization, cost control, system reliability).
• Safety performance (incident rates, compliance with safety standards).
• Customer satisfaction and contract retention.
• Successful implementation of strategic growth initiatives (new projects, expansions).
• Employee engagement and talent retention.

Qualifications
Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Petroleum Engineering, or a related field. An MBA or relevant advanced degree is highly desirable.

Experience:

• Mech, Process, Petroleum or other related tech degree. MBA is a plus.
• Minimum of 15-20 years of experience in the oil and gas industry, with a focus on midstream operations (pipelines, storage, transportation).
• At least 5 years of experience in a senior leadership or executive role, preferably as a Managing Director, VP, or General Manager within the oil and gas midstream sector.
• Proven track record of managing large, complex operations and delivering financial and operational results.

Skills:

• Strong leadership, strategic thinking, and decision-making capabilities.
• In-depth understanding of midstream operations, including marketing, commercial agreements, transportation, storage, logistics, and infrastructure management.
• Deep knowledge of regulatory frameworks, health and safety standards, and environmental compliance within the oil and gas industry.
• Exceptional financial acumen, including experience in budgeting, forecasting, and P&L management.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage stakeholder relationships and work effectively with government agencies, regulatory bodies, and joint venture partners.
• Ability to work in a small company through early phase development.
• Ability to facilitate and lead key discussions both internal and external. Develop slides/presentations to provide understanding and illustration. Comfortable presenting to a diverse audience with varying degree of understanding of gas processing and commercialization.
• Excellent understanding of and be able to speak to all key activities relating to the company’s dealings including but not limited to tactical and strategic activities.
• Strong technical understanding of gas processing and handling.

Personal Attributes:

• High level of integrity, ethics, and accountability.
• Results-driven, with a strong ability to execute strategic plans and drive growth.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a focus on innovation and continuous improvement.
• Solid Network in the midstream gas arena.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.