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Job Posted: 10 hours ago
Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Contract
Location: Aberdeen
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Operations Advisor - 6 Month Contract - Based in Aberdeen
Our Client has a requirement for an Operations Advisor, who will be required to work on a Contract basis in Aberdeen.
Location: Aberdeen, occasional trips to barrow/offshore
Contract: 6 Month Contract
IR35 status: Inside IR35
Rate: negotiable dependant on experience PAYE
Hybrid: 3 days office, 2 days home, must be Tuesday and Wednesday in office and one other day of your choice
Job Details
Position Title: Operations Advisor
Job Type: Professional Individual Contributor (requires degree or professional qualification)
Location: Aberdeen
Department / Function: Central Maintenance / Asset Integrity / TAR
Job Overview:
Purpose Statement
Accountable for the development of the Operating Integrity Framework and its assurance and governance processes across Spirit Energy.
Ensure best practice execution of operations within Spirit Energy’s operated assets.
Provide subject matter expert input across the full lifecycle of all operated assets.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Standards and Process Development
Lead the refresh of Spirit Energy’s Permit to Work (PtW) and Safe Isolation and Reinstatement of Plant processes, including development and embedding of standardised, efficient processes across all assets.
Lead the update and enhancement of Spirit Energy’s electronic PtW system, ensuring effective Management of Change (MoC) and procedural compliance.
Introduce and implement an electronic handover and Control of Temporary Equipment tool, including associated MoC.
2. Operations Skill Pool Development
Collaborate with the Training & Competence team to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the T&C process across operated assets, with a focus on shift-level T&C status measurement.
Maintain and facilitate an active cross-asset Operations Integrity Forum.
3. Production Operations Support
Provide objective input and support to resolve complex production operations issues or threats across operated assets.
4. Leadership and Culture
Foster and uphold a culture aligned with Spirit Energy’s core values and leadership expectations.
Model safety-first behavior and champion incident-free operations.
Lead technical excellence and ensure alignment with industry and functional best practices.
Communicate with clarity and influence, enabling two-way engagement across teams.
5. Performance Management and Development
Role model Spirit’s Values and drive high standards of behavior and performance.
Support and sponsor skills, competency, and career development in line with policy.
Promote development through varied assignments and progression opportunities.
6. Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Recognize and address bias, and promote inclusivity in daily work.
Advocate for diversity, fostering different perspectives and approaches.
Use inclusive language and encourage collaboration on DE&I initiatives.
Ensure equal opportunities and respectful treatment for all, considering protected characteristics.
Qualifications and Experience:
Competencies
Solid understanding of operational management, readiness, and assurance.
Knowledge of major hazard legislation and its operational implications.
Experience in Process Safety Management and applying Operating Integrity frameworks.
Decisive leadership with high standards, resilience, and adaptability.
Strong communication and influencing skills, fostering collaboration and shared understanding.
Proven capability in leading change and making quality, timely decisions.
Key Technical Skills
Strong leadership in operational environments with Major Accident Hazards.
Recognized expertise in Operating Integrity.
Effective financial cost management.
Ongoing maintenance and development of relevant technical competencies.
Education
Degree preferred; however, significant relevant experience will be considered in lieu.
Work Experience
Minimum 10 years of experience in the oil and gas industry, particularly in supervisory and management roles within operations.
Certifications
BOSIET and MIST (or willingness and ability to obtain).
Mandatory Training
All Spirit Energy compliance and mandatory training, including annual refreshers.
Job Dimensions
Strategic Input
Contributes significantly to medium-term strategy (1–3 years).
LT Membership
Not applicable.
Key Stakeholders & Relationships
Internal:
Asset Operations Manager
Site Managers
Head of HSE&S
Technical Services and HSES Function
Training and Competence Team
External:
Regulators and auditors as required
Financial Responsibility
Influence over Spirit Energy OPEX spend.
Company information
At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates. We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for an Operations Advisor looking for new employment.
As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included.
Location: Aberdeen, occasional trips to barrow/offshore
Contract: 6 Month Contract
IR35 status: Inside IR35
Rate: negotiable dependant on experience £500-£550 per day PAYE
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