The Head of Department (HOD) – Oil & Gas is responsible for leading, managing, and supervising departmental activities to ensure efficient operations, project execution, technical excellence, safety compliance, and achievement of organizational objectives in the oil and gas sector.

1. Key Roles and responsibilities Department Management

- Lead and manage the Oil & Gas department.

- Develop departmental strategies, objectives, and operational plans.

- Allocate resources, manpower, and responsibilities effectively.

- Monitor departmental performance and ensure timely completion of targets.

- Coordinate with senior management and other departments.

B. Technical and Operational Management

- Oversee oil and gas engineering, production, maintenance, and operational activities, as applicable.

- Ensure compliance with engineering standards, industry codes, and project specifications.

- Review and approve technical documents, procedures, and reports within delegated authority.

- Identify operational challenges and implement effective solutions.

- Drive continuous improvement in operational efficiency.

C.

Project

Management

- Supervise oil and gas projects from planning through execution and completion.

- Monitor project schedules, budgets, quality, and deliverables.

- Coordinate with clients, consultants, contractors, and vendors.

- Ensure project milestones are achieved within agreed timelines.

- Manage technical risks and resolve project-related issues.

D. Health, Safety and Environment (HSE)

- Ensure strict implementation of HSE policies and procedures.

- Promote a safety-first culture across the department.

- Ensure compliance with applicable oil and gas safety regulations.

- Monitor risk assessments, safety audits, and incident investigations.

- Ensure corrective and preventive actions are implemented.

E. Financial and Resource Management

- Prepare and monitor departmental budgets.

- Control operational costs and optimize resource utilization.





- Evaluate vendor and contractor performance.

- Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality or safety.

F. Team Leadership

- Lead, mentor, and develop departmental employees.

- Conduct performance reviews and identify training requirements.

- Build a skilled and accountable technical team.

- Resolve departmental conflicts and encourage teamwork.

G. Client and Stakeholder Coordination

- Maintain skilled relationships with clients and business partners.

- Participate in technical and management meetings.

- Address client concerns and ensure customer satisfaction.

- Support business development and new project opportunities.

1. Required Qualifications

- Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline.

- Master's degree or MBA is an added advantage.

- Relevant professional certifications in oil and gas, project management, or HSE are preferred.

1. Required Experience

- 10–15 years of relevant experience in the oil and gas industry.

- Minimum 3–5 years in a managerial or departmental leadership position.

- Experience in project management, operations, engineering, or maintenance.

- Strong knowledge of oil and gas industry standards and regulations.

1. Key Skills and Competencies

- Strategic planning and decision-making.

- Leadership and team management.

- Oil and gas technical knowledge.

- Project and budget management.

- Risk management and problem-solving.

- Client and stakeholder management.

- Communication and negotiation skills.

- HSE and quality management.

1. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

- Achievement of departmental targets.

- Project completion within budget and schedule.

- Operational efficiency and productivity.

- Compliance with HSE requirements.

- Quality of project deliverables.

- Cost optimization.

- Employee performance and development.

- Client satisfaction.

Pay: ₹20,000.00 - ₹40,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person

📌 HOD (OIL AND GAS ) (Palayam)
🏢 Al Salama School of Safety Studies TVM
📍 Palayam