Operations Manager at Matrix Energy Group

Matrix Energy Group is a rapidly growing indigenous and integrated Oil Marketing and Trading Company in Nigeria, which was incorporated November 25, 2004.

Over the years, Matrix Energy has grown from a modest supply and distributions operation to a fully integrated petroleum products marketing and trading company with clients and suppliers all over the world.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Operations Manager

Job Opening ID: MEL1150
Location: Warri, Delta
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• The Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing and coordinating all offshore and depot operations to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant receipt, storage, and transfer of petroleum products.
• The role involves hands-on supervision of terminal activities, vessel operations, and inspection processes, with a focus on operational safety, product integrity, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities and Accountabilities
Operational Oversight & Coordination:

• Lead and supervise day-to-day offshore and depot operations to ensure seamless product handling, storage, and transfer activities.
• Coordinate and monitor vessel discharge and loading operations, ensuring adherence to safety, quality, and operational standards.
• Ensure proper planning and execution of product receipt and evacuation schedules to minimize downtime.
• Oversee inspection and maintenance of operational assets, including pipelines, tanks, pumps, and associated infrastructure.

Safety, Quality & Compliance:

• Enforce compliance with company HSE policies, procedures, and industry regulations.
• Conduct regular field inspections, safety audits, and risk assessments across all operational sites.
• Ensure that all operational activities comply with statutory requirements of NMDPRA, NPA, NIMASA, and other relevant agencies.
• Maintain product quality through proper sampling, testing, and documentation of results.

Stakeholder Relations & Communication:

• Liaise with regulatory agencies, customers, and contractors to facilitate smooth operational activities.
• Interface with logistics, commercial, and QHSE teams to ensure operational alignment and delivery efficiency.
• Address operational issues promptly and provide timely updates to management.

Inventory & Reporting:

• Oversee stock management and ensure accurate reconciliation of product volumes.
• Track vessel, truck, and pipeline movements to prevent product loss and discrepancies.
• Prepare and submit daily, weekly, and monthly operational reports to management.
• Investigate and report incidents, near misses, and equipment breakdowns, ensuring corrective actions are implemented.

People & Resource Management:

• Supervise and mentor operational staff, ensuring high levels of discipline, performance, and safety awareness.
• Coordinate the deployment of manpower and equipment for optimal productivity.
• Build the technical capacity of the team through regular on-the-job training and performance feedback.

Continuous Improvement & Emergency Response:

• Drive process improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and cost control.
• Participate in emergency response drills and ensure operational readiness for incident management.
• Implement measures to minimize downtime and operational risks.

Educational Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or a related technical discipline.
• A Master’s degree or professional certifications (e.g., HSE Level 1–3, NEBOSH, ISPON, PMP) will be an added advantage.
• Minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in offshore inspection and depot operations.
• Must currently be in a managerial or senior supervisory role within a reputable oil and gas company.
• Strong knowledge of terminal management, vessel operations, and product quality control.

Skills Requirement:

• Excellent leadership and people management skills.
• In-depth understanding of downstream operations, depot processes, and safety standards.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.
• Proficiency in operational reporting, reconciliation, and inventory systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and fleet management software.
• High level of integrity, attention to detail, and accountability.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online