Oil And Gas Operations Manager

Oil and gas operations managers plan and co-ordinate onshore and offshore exploration and production.

Typical Salary

£35,000 To £65,000

Typical Hours

44 to 46 a week

as a contractor / self-employed away from home

How To Become a Oil And Gas Operations Manager

You can get into this job through:

a university course

College / University

You could get a degree before applying to join an organisation's management training scheme.

2 to 3 A levels, or equivalent, for a degree

Apprenticeship

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Skills And Knowledge

You'll need:

business management skills
leadership skills
knowledge of manufacturing production and processes
the ability to accept criticism and work well under pressure
the ability to sell products and services
the ability to monitor your own performance and that of your colleagues
excellent verbal communication skills
maths knowledge
to be able to use a computer and the main software packages confidently

Day To Day Tasks

Your day-to-day duties may include:

making decisions about where to explore for fuel reserves
carrying out risk assessments
managing a technical team and subcontractors
meeting production targets
controlling budgets
making sure production processes and facilities meet safety standards

Working Environment

You could work in an office or visit sites.

You may need to wear smart business dress.

Career Path & Progression

You could become an operations director or work independently as an oil and gas consultant, travelling all over the world.

Volunteering Opportunities

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Tips & Information

Further information

You can find out more about becoming an oil and gas operations manager from My Oil and Gas Career.

Restrictions & Requirements

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