Base Manager (Logistics Operations – Onshore Support Base)

Job Description

HSE Leadership & Compliance

• Serve as RSES for the Pemba support base, establishing safety and environmental objectives for all sites.
• Lead the on‑site Emergency Response Team and ensure adherence to HSE policies.
• Organize and follow up on HSE anomalies and incident investigations until closure.
• Promote safety awareness and conduct HSE meetings, toolbox talks, and site tours.
• Prepare bridging documents with contractors to ensure alignment with safety requirements.

Logistics Base Operations

• Manage daily operations across Pemba locations: Muxara base, warehouses, quayside operations, port calls, and airport crew‑change activities.
• Supervise base refurbishment and maintenance activities.
• Oversee logistics services contracts (base services, camp services, offices).
• Coordinate and organize logistics support: storage, land transport, marine and aviation operations.
• Support additional company entities requiring logistics assistance.

Port, Marine & Aviation Coordination

• Oversee quay operations handling approximately 3 vessel calls per week.
• Supervise airport operations with up to 5 flights per day during peak activity.
• Ensure safe and efficient movement of equipment, personnel, and cargo.

Material & Inventory Management

• Oversee storage and handling of up to $100M of drilling equipment at Muxara Base.
• Ensure regular monitoring and reconciliation of physical stock.
• Manage land transport operations including 30 trucks and lifting equipment.

Contract & Cost Oversight

• Manage more than $80M worth of logistics contracts.
• Conduct Service Quality Meetings (SQMs) with logistics contractors.
• Verify contractor timesheets, invoices, and performance against contract terms.
• Contribute to annual budget preparation and financial follow‑up.

Team Management

• Lead a team of 5 direct reports, including supervising logistics teams across several locations.
• Take part in recruitment and onboarding of local staff.
• Coach logistics personnel in warehousing, yard management, HSE, and operational best practices.

Procedures, Reporting & Governance

• Develop and implement logistics procedures for Pemba Base.
• Ensure procedures are understood, up to date, and fully applied.
• Maintain records, statistics, and produce weekly, monthly, and annual reports.
• Track KPIs related to logistics base operations.
• Keep management informed of any issues impacting safety, operations, or commercial activity.

Qualifications

Qualifications & Experience Required

• RSES certification/training. 
• Degree in Engineering or Management Sciences.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in oil & gas logistics and materials management.
• Knowledge of legislation, company rules, and internal procedures.
• Strong command of English; Portuguese or French desirable.
• Knowledge of SAP modules (SCOT, UNISUP/UNISOL – MM & RLM) is an advantage.
• Ability to work independently and remain resilient under pressure.

Additional Information

• Location: Pemba, Mozambique
• Starting date: ASAP
• Duration: 1 year, renewable
• Rotation : 4x4