Chief Operating Officer (COO)

Confidential Employer

Job Description

Required Skills

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement an operational master plan aligned with the organisation’s strategic roadmap.
• Ensure operational readiness and performance across multiple operational bases.
• Lead preparedness systems covering equipment lifecycle, maintenance, logistics, and deployment readiness.
• Translate strategic priorities into annual operational plans and measurable KPIs.
• Institutionalize continuous improvement and cost optimisation frameworks.
• Oversee execution of operational programs in line with industry standards and best practices.
• Lead operational audits, compliance reviews, and emergency response drills.
• Supervise deployment of operational assets and maintain high technical readiness levels.
• Ensure operational teams are trained, certified, and field-ready.
• Foster partnerships with equipment manufacturers and research institutions to drive innovation.
• Support development of training and certification capabilities to enhance internal and external competencies.
• Integrate simulation drills and scenario-based operational training.
• Oversee incident investigations and ensure preventive actions are institutionalized.
• Champion digital transformation in asset tracking, maintenance, and performance reporting.
• Oversee operational budgets, capital expenditure, and cost optimisation across service lines.
• Implement financial performance tracking and variance management systems.
• Negotiate vendor and partner contracts ensuring cost efficiency and compliance.
• Maintain equipment and inventory availability at optimal operational levels.
• Build a culture of operational discipline, accountability, and technical excellence.
• Mentor and develop operational leaders across regions.
• Implement workforce planning, succession planning, and capability development programs.
• Strengthen collaboration across Operations, Training, Finance, and Strategy functions.
• Promote ethical leadership and safety-first culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Marine, or related technical discipline.
• Master’s degree in Operations Management, Engineering Management, or Business Administration preferred.
• Minimum 10 years progressive leadership experience in industrial, environmental, or technical operations.
• At least 5 years in senior operational management across multi-site or regional operations.
• Proven record of operational efficiency improvement and cost optimisation.
• ISO Management Systems Lead Auditor (9001/14001/45001) preferred.
• NEBOSH or equivalent safety certification preferred.
• Project Management certification (PMP/PRINCE2 or equivalent) preferred.
• Relevant professional or industry memberships preferred.
• Operational readiness and logistics management expertise.
• QHSE and compliance management capability.
• Financial and operational performance integration.
• Stakeholder and regulatory engagement.
• Leadership, coaching, and talent development.
• Process optimization and resource planning.
• Data-driven decision making and digital systems proficiency.

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Posted Date

February 20, 2026

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