Job Description

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES :

Safety, Security and Compliance

Maintain the highest standards of HSE, Quality, and Compliance; ensure adherence to Weatherford policies, OISD/DGH/PESO and client requirements. Lead incident reviews and corrective actions; promote a culture of hazard identification, stop?work authority, and audit readiness.

Operations

Lead operational execution across all product lines (priority lines currently include MPD, TRS, and Artificial Lift); oversee job planning, contract handovers, and resource allocation for onshore and offshore deepwater (Mumbai High) campaigns. Monitor SQ/NPT, on?time delivery, and lessons learned; implement continuous improvement actions. Coordinate with Manufacturing & Supply Chain to secure delivery slots, localize content, and de?risk lead times.

Commercial and P&L

Own commercial outcomes for assigned lines/contracts: revenue, GM%, EBITDA, cash (DSO) and working capital. Drive tendering excellence with Sales/Tendering: solution design, price?to?win, risk registers, and approvals per DOA. Manage pricing, scope control, and VOR/claims to protect margins.

Customer

Build and maintain senior working relationships at Cairn (Delhi), Reliance, ONGC, and priority independents/JVs. Act as escalation point for operational matters; secure multi?year agreements where feasible.

People

Mentor and develop Operations Managers and teams; run talent reviews, succession planning, and targeted retention to control attrition. Foster a culture of safety, performance, and collaboration across functions.

Governance and Reporting

Provide structured inputs to country business planning and reviews; submit accurate forecasts, budgets, and performance reporting. Align with corporate policies on ethics, trade compliance, and data privacy.

QUALIFICATIONS :

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related discipline (advanced diploma with equivalent experience may be considered). 8-10+ years in oilfield services industry is essential. Proven record in operational management, safety leadership, and financial accountability (budgeting, forecasting, cost control). Oil & Gas experience required; exposure to surface systems or downhole tools preferred. India market experience essential.

REQUIRED :

Strong stakeholder management and communication skills; executive presence with customers and internal partners. Demonstrated tendering/commercial acumen and P&L stewardship. Ability to lead multi?line operations across all product lines (priority: MPD, TRS, Artificial Lift) with disciplined SQ and delivery performance. Proficiency with MS Office and business systems for forecasting, budgeting, and reporting.

TRAVEL :

Up to 40% within India; occasional regional travel