Head of Maintenance & Reliability

Head of Maintenance & Reliability Working Location: Gabon - Residential Contract Type: Permanent Key Responsibilities: - Lead the maintenance and reliability function across multiple sites - Drive maintenance strategy, planning, and execution - Manage multidisciplinary teams (mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, planning) - Support operations with troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and technical input - Own maintenance budgets (OPEX/CAPEX) and contractor performance - Drive reliability improvements and asset availability - Oversee preventive maintenance and long-term planning - Lead upgrade and modification projects on existing assets - Ensure integrity of critical equipment and systems - Track performance through KPIs and continuous improvement initiatives - Develop team capability and technical standards Requirements: - 15+ years' experience in oil & gas - Strong background in rotating equipment and asset reliability - Experience leading multidisciplinary teams in live operations - Knowledge of maintenance systems (SAP / CMMS) - Experience managing budgets and service contracts - Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving capability - Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or related discipline - Fluent French required (English beneficial) Benefits: - Expat package - Comprehensive benefits Why This Role Stands Out: - Senior leadership role with full ownership of maintenance strategy - Real focus on asset life extension and reliability improvement - Exposure to complex, mature production facilities - Strong operational involvement - not just office-based - Long-term role with stability and growth If you're passionate about driving operational excellence in maintenance and reliability, and ready to take on a visible leadership role in a dynamic environment, apply now