Operations Manager - Wireline

This role is focused on driving profitable growth within selected markets or customer segments by leveraging deep market analysis, understanding emerging technologies, and evolving operational requirements. The successful candidate will develop and lead a professional sales force equipped with the necessary sales and technical expertise to meet business objectives. A thorough understanding of client business models, procurement processes, and organizational structures, alongside internal business unit models, is essential to align offerings with client needs and anticipate market changes. The role also involves building strong client relationships aligned with business strategies, supporting sales teams with consistent approaches across regions, and promoting best practices in bidding and contract management.

Key Responsibilities

- Maintain close communication with clients regarding service quality, ensuring regular reviews and documentation of client activities and feedback.
- Ensure strict adherence to the General Wireline Policy and Standard Operating Procedures across all operations.
- Conduct wellsite visits to evaluate field operations, ensuring compliance with SOPs, and perform quality control analysis on reports and logs.
- Coordinate technical sales resources to secure contracts and support business development efforts.
- Provide high-level client support across various segments and facilitate communication between clients and local or regional managers.
- Organize and facilitate training workshops such as Conveyance, Bidding, and Sales Workshops to enhance team capabilities.
- Act as a technical resource to identify client needs and propose integrated customer solutions.
- Monitor market trends, expectations, and competitor strategies, sharing relevant intelligence within the organization.
- Engage in cross-product line self-training, focusing on Formation Evaluation and Wireline Technologies.
- Continuously improve knowledge of Wireline operations policies and procedures, including Radiation, Ballistics, Pressure Control, rig-up, and preventative maintenance.
- Participate in or lead equipment failure investigations supporting Root Cause Analysis reports.
- Ensure regional Product Line Support teams are informed about tender activities and have necessary information to aid local business development decisions.

Required Qualifications

- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field.
- Extensive experience in Wireline operations, preferably within the oilfield services sector.
- Proven background in operations leadership or management roles.
- Strong knowledge of wireline field operations, equipment, procedures, and service delivery.
- Demonstrated ability to manage field personnel and operational resources effectively.
- Experience working directly with oil and gas operators and customers.
- Comprehensive understanding of HSE and operational safety standards.
- Solid grasp of operational and financial performance management.
- Over 10 years of experience with Weatherford Wireline services or similar oilfield service companies.
- Experience managing Wireline operations specifically in Pakistan.
- Relevant technical certifications or professional qualifications.
- Proven experience managing multiple field crews and service lines.
- Background in customer-facing operational roles.

This position demands strong leadership, excellent communication, and organizational skills, combined with a proactive approach to problem-solving and decision-making. Candidates must demonstrate high integrity, accountability, and professionalism while managing multiple priorities under pressure. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and operational systems is essential, along with fluency in written and spoken English.