Workshop Manager

ABOUT THE ROLE

Weatherford Malaga, Perth is currently seeking a full-time permanent Workshop Manager. This role is responsible for coordinating and leading the day-to-day shop operations of Repair and Maintenance activities. The role enforces the proper implementation of company guidelines, technical work instructions, test procedures, schematics, engineering notices, and best practices. Further responsibilities include ensuring that direct reports are trained and competent to perform specific related tasks, preserving a healthy and safe environment, and maintaining top-quality control over all maintenance activities.

RESPONSIBILITIES and DUTIES

·       Leads the maintenance team at Malaga and defines the scheduled preventative maintenance of the equipment in accordance with Weatherford documented policies and procedures.

·       When required, assists, and guides junior R&M personnel during complex troubleshooting on a wide range of electronic, mechanic, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment

·       Lead inventory demand forecast review with R&M planner to define a reliable and feasible weekly and monthly production plan.

·       Manages preventative maintenance and modifications on a wide range of electronic, mechanical, pneumatic, or hydraulic equipment, including data acquisition systems & downhole tools, and ensures all personnel involved follow their operational instruction and maintenance procedures.

·       Evaluates the quality, proficiency, and efficiency of the workshop tasks by performing regular inspections to ensure compliance with Operating Procedures

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Experience & Education

REQUIRED

•        4-5+ years related experience

•        High School diploma (or Secondary School Diploma or equivalent)

PREFERRED

•        Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical, or Electromechanical Engineering Degree

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

REQUIRED

•        Understanding of basic administration and management; Strategic planning, resource allocation, production methods, and coordination of people and resources

•        Fundamentals of Mechanics, Electricity, Electronics, Pneumatics, and Hydraulics

•        Basics of Root Cause Analysis

•        Fundamentals of Inventory Management and resource planning

•        Operations monitoring & management of personnel resources.

•        Critical thinking, active learning & listening, complex problem solving.

•        Proficient reading and writing skills, strong judgment, and decision-making to be in line with policies & procedures.

•        Time management

•        Ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.

•        Ability to react effectively and efficiently in operating tools and machinery.

•        Good oral expression and comprehension to communicate effectively with others.

MOBILISATION REQUIREMENTS

·       Based in Perth, Malaga.

·       May require domestic and potentially international travel of up to:  <10%.

·       Immediate start preferred.

For confidential discussion, please email ************@weatherford.com

OVERVIEW

 Weatherford is a leading global energy services company. Our world-class experts partner with customers to optimize their resources and realize the full potential of their assets. Across our operating locations, including manufacturing, research and development, service, and training facilities, operators choose us for strategic solutions that add efficiency, flexibility, and responsibility to any energy operation.

We are focused on technology development, digital solutions, and defining our footprint in the new energy space. Our ability to provide integrated solutions across our segments will be critical to growth in our core operations and the energy transition.

Energy producers face unique challenges every day, so it is our job to create solutions that enhance safety, streamline operations, and sustain uptime to meet or exceed their targets. We operate across the global energy landscape employing some of the best diverse talent in the industry. At Weatherford, we understand the value each individual brings to the table. We celebrate diversity in all its forms and are immensely proud of our workforce. We invite you to join our passionate, talented, word-class team.

When you join Weatherford, you instantly feel connected to something bigger – a community that is grounded by our core values and driven to create innovative solutions for our customers. We celebrate each other’s successes, grow together, and learn from each other constantly. Individually, we are impressive. Together, we are unstoppable. We are One Weatherford.

Weatherford offers competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits program and provides you a challenging and enriching career path, with a healthy balance of structure and flexibility to chart your own course.

Weatherford is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

• Looking for candidates available to work:
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• More than 4 years of relevant work experience required for this role
• Work visa can be provided for this role