Operations Manager

Hanwha Ocean is undergoing a transformative journey, evolving from a traditional shipbuilder into a comprehensive Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Installation, and Operation (EPCIO) solutions provider. Our portfolio now spans FPSO, FLNG, offshore renewables, drilling rigs, floating production units, as well as major developments across onshore energy and infrastructure sectors.

This strategic expansion strengthens our ability to deliver exceptional project execution by seamlessly integrating the energy and infrastructure cultures of Asia and America across a diverse set of emerging markets and verticals. By expanding into onshore power plants, including gas-based and combined-cycle facilities, as well as onshore and offshore wind projects, in addition to our established offshore capabilities, we further broaden our commitment to providing world-class, end-to-end energy solutions.

Explore opportunities to be part of our dynamic team at the Energy Plant Unit (EPU) and contribute to groundbreaking projects that redefine the onshore and offshore industry.

Position Overview:

The Operations Manager will be a part of the Group Operations & Maintenance Team in Houston and will be responsible for supporting the organizational business transformation to an EPCIO model.

The Operations Manager serves as a critical bridge between project development and long-term asset performance. You will drive operational excellence by integrating O&M requirements into the tendering phase, ensuring that technical specifications align with lifecycle integrity. By fostering seamless collaboration between corporate, project, and shipyard teams, you will mitigate operational risks and champion Hanwha Ocean’s strategic goals in digitalization, HSE, and sustainable asset management. This role will facilitate communication among stakeholders, enabling smooth coordination between corporate, project, and shipyard teams.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Commercial / Tenders:

• Provide O&M assistance in reviewing tender documentation to help identify operational and maintenance requirements.
• Lead O&M functions in preparing technical inputs and operational considerations for tender submissions.
• Consolidate information from different departments to ensure O&M perspectives are captured.
• Provide assistance to commercial team in drafting responses to client clarifications under guidance from O&M functions.
• Analyze & gather data on risks, opportunities, and lifecycle impacts for evaluation by the team.

2. Operations Readiness (OR) Management

• Support O&M team for OR activities both in Houston & on site / shipyard as required.
• Serve as the focal point for all OR activities and liaise between HO Project & group O&M team.
• Support Construction team with O&M review of the test procedures and documentation of punch list items.
• Manage the O&M Comments register and follow up with close out of action items with all disciplines
• Prepare daily reports of O&M support and project milestones
• Responsible for Operations readiness team on site and through the project locations

3. Asset Integrity & Digital Technology

• Support in development of Asset Integrity initiatives for the O&M team
• Develop the Maintenance management model to align with Project & Engineering design basis.
• Support in reviewing cost inputs, operational assumptions, and resource requirements during operations readiness phase.
• Support Digital Team in implementation of O&M initiatives and preparation of the use cases
• Liaise with project & engineering disciplines to ensure adoption of O&M Asset Integrity & maintenance philosophies

4. Budget and Resource Management

• Support the preparation of O&M budgets and cost estimates, cost inputs, operational assumptions, and resource requirements.
• Assist in tracking actual versus planned expenditures and highlight variances for follow-up by the team.
• Provide support in consolidating cost information.
• Prepare reports, summaries, and presentations related to operational costs and budgeting.
• Support analyses of cost drivers, lifecycle impacts, and opportunities for efficiency improvements.
• Help ensure that budget and cost-related processes comply with company policies and reporting standards.

5. Training & Development:

• Develop & implement training & competency framework of FPSO operations, systems, and processes as required per management system.
• Share and replicate operational training framework with the IT/Enterprise team for worldwide operations team development.
• Promote an operational mindset by encouraging best practices, adherence to procedures, and practical application of lessons learned.
• Support the onboarding and mentoring of colleagues by providing guidance on operational standards and processes.
• Actively contribute to building a culture of knowledge sharing and continuous improvement within the O&M organization.
• Develop toward becoming a fully integrated Operations Manager within the O&M team, contributing to long-term operational excellence.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Marine/Process/Naval Management. Master’s degree preferred
• Must have 10+ years of experience in offshore production systems, FPSO/FLNG process operations, and relevant classification society and international regulatory requirements.
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills
• Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with multicultural teams.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.

Diversity and Inclusion:

Hanwha believes that diversity and inclusion are vital to our success. We believe that by embracing different ideas and approaches, we enhance our ability to deliver the best results for our employees, our environment, and ultimately our business partners and customers. We foster a culture where all colleagues are able to share their passions and ideas in order that we may collectively embrace and overcome the challenges in our industry, and work toward a brighter future.

Hanwha is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class.