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Entity:

Production & Operations

Job Family Group:

Operations Group

Job Description:

Role Synopsis

The Maintenance Manager will lead and oversee the **Maintenance/Construction** , **Automation** , and **Gas/Oil Measurement** teams for upstream oil and gas operations. This role ensures safe, efficient, and cost-effective maintenance and construction activities while driving continuous improvement in safety, reliability, and operational performance.

Key Accountabilities

Leadership & Team Management

+ Foster a culture of safety, compliance, and continuous improvement.

+ Lead and develop General Maintenance / Brownfield Facilities Construction, Automation, and Measurement teams.

+ Manage budgets, drive cycle time and cost improvements.

+ Coordinate development training programs, task qualification, and competency assessments for staff and contractors.

Safety & Compliance

+ Ensure adherence to company and regulatory standards for facilities design, construction, and maintenance.

+ Lead risk assessments for high-risk activities (ground disturbance, lifting, working at heights, energy isolation).

+ Drive improvements in safety and standard operating procedures.

Maintenance & Project Construction Oversight

+ Manage work planning and execution for efficient resource allocation.

+ Optimize crew utilization and construction methods for efficiency and cost control.

+ Participate in engineering reviews, materials selection, and design compliance for facility enhancement projects.

Project Management & Cost Optimization

+ Lead project planning, execution, and monitoring for maintenance and construction initiatives.

+ Track and report **KPIs** on cost, cycle times, and resource utilization.

+ Implement strategies for cost reduction and operational efficiency.

Vendor & Supply Chain Management

+ Collaborate with Supply Chain to secure critical spares and cost-effective materials.

+ Manage vendor relationships, RFP processes, and contract negotiations for projects and services.

+ Ensure timely procurement and delivery of materials for maintenance and construction projects.

Continuous Improvement

+ Identify and implement improvements in safety, reliability, and cost performance.

+ Improve work management tracking tools with support from central teams.

+ Support automation and measurement initiatives to enhance operational integrity.

Essential Experience and Eduction

+ Preferred degree in Engineering, Maintenance Management, or related field (or equivalent experience).

+ 10+ years in upstream oil and gas maintenance/construction, with leadership experience.

+ Strong knowledge of **SAP PM** , work management systems, and project controls.

+ Proven track record in vendor management, contract negotiation, and cost optimization.

+ Deep understanding of safety standards and risk management for high-hazard activities.

Skills & Competencies

+ Leadership and team development.

+ Project management and engineering design review.

+ Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

+ Excellent communication and stakeholder management.

+ Commitment to safety and compliance.

How much do we pay (Base) $158,000-$186,000. Note that the pay range listed for this position is a good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible base compensation at the time of posting.

Why join us?

At bpx, we support our people to learn and grow in a diverse and challenging environment. We believe that our team is strengthened by diversity. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment in which everyone is respected and treated fairly.

We offer a reward and wellbeing package to enable your work to fit with your life. These can include, but not limited to, access to health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible working schedule, paid time off policy, discretionary annual bonus program, long-term incentive program, and a generous 401(k) matching program.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodations.

Discover your place with us and help our business meet the challenges of reimagining and reinventing the future of energy.

Travel Requirement

Up to 10% travel should be expected with this role

Relocation Assistance:

This role is not eligible for relocation

Remote Type:

This position is not available for remote working

Skills:

Agility core practices, Agility core practices, Asset Availability Strategy, Coaching, Cost Leadership, Defect Elimination, Delegation, Developing and implementing strategy, Digital Innovation, Empowering Others, Equipment general, Equipment strategies, Facilitation, Inclusive Leadership, Influencing, Maintenance fundamentals, Management of change, Managing Performance, Measurement and metrics, Plant Economics, Problem Solving, Process Safety Management, Reliability Fundamentals, Reliability leadership and governance, Reliability processes and systems {+ 5 more}

Legal Disclaimer:

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, socioeconomic status, neurodiversity/neurocognitive functioning, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related to bp’s recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an adjustment/accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us .

If you are selected for a position and depending upon your role, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy. This may include pre-placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks.