Operations - First Line Supervisor

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The First Line Supervisor (FLS) is responsible for leading frontline production personnel and contractors in the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of upstream oil and gas facilities. The role provides direct oversight of field operations, workforce performance, equipment reliability, production optimization, and regulatory compliance while fostering a strong safety culture and operational excellence mindset.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise operators, technicians, and contract personnel to safely execute daily operations.
• Champion Safety, Security, Health, and Environmental (SSHE) performance through effective application of Process Safety Management (PSMS), Permit-to-Work (WMS), risk assessment, hazard identification, and Stop Work Authority.
• Ensure safe and reliable production by monitoring wells, facilities, pipelines, compressors, pumps, artificial lift systems, and associated production equipment.
• Manage daily production activities, operational priorities, and performance targets while optimizing production and minimizing downtime.
• Coordinate maintenance, reliability, troubleshooting, startup, shutdown, and turnaround activities to maximize equipment availability.
• Conduct field inspections and audits to verify compliance with operating procedures, company standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Lead incident investigations, perform root cause analysis, and implement sustainable corrective actions.
• Coach, mentor, and develop employees through performance management, workforce planning, and talent development.
• Coordinate with engineering, maintenance, drilling, completions, logistics, and business teams to ensure effective execution of operational objectives.
• Manage contractor performance, work scope execution, cost control, quality assurance, and safety compliance.
• Facilitate effective communication through shift meetings, safety briefings, performance reviews, and operational reporting.

Key Accountabilities

• Safety Leadership and Process Safety Performance
• Production Optimization and Operational Efficiency
• Equipment Reliability and Asset Integrity
• Workforce Leadership and Development
• Environmental and Regulatory Compliance
• Operational Excellence and Continuous Improvement
• Budget, Resource, and Contractor Management
• Emergency Response and Risk Management

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