Job Description

Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world.

Wood is seeking a Global Owner of Production Optimisation Consultancy to join our Intelligent Assets team within our Digital Consulting Business Unit, to develop and grow a new service line focusing on supporting our clients with Production Optimisation across their existing and aging assets.


This role is open to candidates around the world and will be based in any of Wood's main offices in UK, Europe or the Middle East. Relocation will be considered for the right candidate


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The Role

Wood intends to start up and grow a new service offering focused on helping oil and gas companies incrementally improve production and maximise returns on operating assets. We are seeking a dynamic leader to develop this service across our global business.


The role involves identifying opportunities to enhance production at client facilities, collaborating with client stakeholders to build a compelling case for action, and driving sales of our production improvement services.


You will be responsible for developing and refining processes to capitalise on production improvement opportunities, including increasing throughput, reducing energy use and emissions, enhancing the commercial value and cutting costs. Additionally, you will lead the development of these processes within Wood.


Candidates should have had previous experience that has included responsibility for production at an operating asset in the oil and gas industry, and direct client interaction. Strong leadership and sales skills are essential.


Reporting to a Director-level executive, you will position Wood as the go-to company for production performance improvement.

Our Clients and Projects

Designing the future. Transforming the world

Wood's Consulting business unit is a global, end-to-end, multi-sector specialist consultancy, trusted by clients to provide the innovative solutions and delivery excellence needed to solve today's most complex challenges and maximise value across the asset life cycle. As the spearhead for the future of Wood and its role in a changing world, we are leading Wood's strategic growth in energy transition and sustainable infrastructure development across a variety of end markets including oil & gas, hydrogen, power, renewables, chemicals, minerals and life sciences.

What we can offer

A caring team culture;

we support each other professionally and personally, encouraging knowledge sharing across all areas of the business

Energy Transition Academy;

join a community of experts sharing your knowledge and gaining more exposure to a variety of existing and emerging energy systems - delivered by experts in their field

Meaningful and interesting projects

delivered to leaders of industry across the Energy sector

Flexible working arrangements

that balance client, team and individual needs offering hybrid and remote working where relevant

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion;

we are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business

Competitive remuneration package

with regular reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market

Flexible benefits package

inclusive of 33 days annual leave (including public holidays),plus the potential for one additional 'flex day' per month. Further benefits include a generous contributory pension scheme, private medical cover, 4x base salary life insurance; all of these and more that can be adapted to suit your own lifestyle

Commitment to continued professional development

; development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests

Global connections

; join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession

Typical responsibilities

Lead the development of a Wood production improvement process that builds on best practice approaches, including stakeholder engagement through workshops and calibrated production modelling Spearhead client engagement and facilitate sales of our production improvement services The sales process will include working with clients to identify opportunities at their facilities and build a compelling case for action Foster client loyalty and drive business growth Ensure that production improvement engagements are delivered to schedule, budget and quality expectations Meet sales and utilisation expectations Forecast and report business performance Lead recruitment of the production optimisation team in-line with revenue growth Personnel management responsibilities as the service line grows

What makes you remarkable?

At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world's most critical challenges.

Expected:

Degree Qualified: From a reputable institution in a relevant technical or business discipline A results-oriented and empathetic individual who can deliver effective production improvement engagements, including effective facilitation of workshops Practical and analytical skills to craft compelling cases for action and high-value work scopes Considerable experience in roles that have involved responsibility for production at an operating asset and direct client interaction. Demonstrated ability to cultivate and maintain professional relationships An empathetic and positive approach, coupled with a genuine interest in understanding and addressing client needs to help them achieve their objectives An adaptable mindset, capable of operating effectively amidst uncertainty and change Self-driven, enthusiastic, and equipped with a proactive attitude Proficiency in using Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, and Excel for persuasive communication

Desirable:

A track record of working with both large-scale enterprises and mid-market operators in the energy sectors is preferred

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.com

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.