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(NYSE: WTI) is a thriving, independent oil and natural gas producer operating in the Gulf of America, the second-largest producing basin in the U.S. for nearly four decades.\nABOUT OUR EMPLOYEES: We have built a team of talented and collaborative individuals who are committed to cultivating a culture of integrity, honesty, trust, respect, and communication. Our mission is to attract and retain like-minded team members who will grow and prosper within our W&T community.\nW&T offers a competitive total rewards program designed to provide competitive pay, health and financial benefits, and work-life balance.\nWORKING LOCATION: Houston Office - 5718 WESTHEIMER RD 77057\nFULL-TIME/PART-TIME: Full-Time\nSCHEDULE: In Office - Mon -Thurs - 9 hours/Friday - 4 hours\nFLSA STATUS: Salary - Exempt\nPOSITION SUMMARY: The Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing daily offshore and field operations to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable production across all assets. This role provides leadership to field personnel, coordinates cross-functional activities, and drives timely resolution of operational issues to maximize production and asset value. The Operations Manager serves as a key communication link between field operations, engineering, supply chain, and exec\nPRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:\nOperational Leadership & Daily Oversight\nLead and maintain consistent communication with direct reports across multiple operating areas, including Mobile Bay, East/Deepwater, Central/West, Construction, Supply Chain/Logistics, Measurement, and Production teams. \nMonitor daily production performance across all fields and identify discrepancies, risks, or optimization opportunities. \nReview and analyze daily production reports, including morning summaries, area reports, and field-level updates. \nEnsure timely response to planned and unplanned downtime, coordinating with field leadership and engineering teams to restore production as quickly as possible. \nDevelop and execute action plans to bring impacted fields back online and maintain base operating levels. \nAddress personnel issues, performance concerns, and workforce planning needs. \nProvide leadership, coaching, and support to field supervisors and operational staff.\nCommunication & Stakeholder Engagement\nMaintain strong alignment with senior leadership, including the VP & General Manager and Asset Management teams, on operational performance and upcoming activities. \nCommunicate critical issues-such as major production outages, safety incidents, or environmental events-to executive leadership in a timely manner. \nFoster collaboration across Health, Safety, Environmental, and Regulatory teams to ensure compliance and operational integrity. \nSafety, Compliance & Risk Management\nPromote a strong safety culture and ensure adherence to all health, safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements. \nPartner with HSE leadership to address incidents, implement corrective actions, and mitigate operational risks. \nEnsure all operations are conducted in compliance with company policies and applicable regulations. \nCross-Functional Coordination\nPartner with Reservoir, Production, and Facility Engineering teams to address production issues, evaluate downtime impacts, and optimize output. \nCoordinate closely with Construction to plan and execute work scopes, minimizing operational disruption. \nCollaborate with Supply Chain and Logistics to ensure timely availability of materials, transportation, and equipment (e.g., vessels, helicopters, lift boats, expedited shipments). \nAlign with Marketing, Drilling & Completions, and Plug & Abandonment teams on operational priorities and scheduling. \nSupply Chain & Financial Oversight\nReview and approve procurement requests and purchase orders (e.g., ProcureIT). \nReview and approve vendor invoices (e.g., OpenInvoice). \nEnsure cost-effective use of resources while maintaining operational efficiency. \nDevelop a strong understanding of labor costs and operational expense drivers, with a focus on Lease Operating Expense (LOE). \nPartner closely with Human Resources and the COO to manage LOE labor expenses, including workforce planning, overtime management, and cost optimization initiatives. \nKNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:\nQualifications\nBachelor’s degree in Engineering from an accredited university is required. \n10+ years of oil and gas operations experience, with offshore or multi-asset experience preferred. \nDemonstrated leadership experience managing cross-functional teams. \nStrong understanding of production operations, logistics, and field execution. \nStrong business acumen with the ability to make operational decisions that align with financial and cost objectives. \nWorking knowledge of labor cost management, LOE structures, and workforce optimization strategies. \nProven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-impact environment. \nExcellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. \nKey Competencies\nOperational Excellence \nBusiness & Financial Acumen \nStrategic Thinking & Execution \nLeadership & Team Development \nCross-Functional Collaboration \nSafety & Risk Management \nDecision-Making Under Pressure \nESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:\nSuccessful job applicants will be able to perform these functions. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.\nReports to the Corporate Office daily and adhere to schedule.\nAbility to access, input, and retrieve information from a computer and/or electronic device. \nAbility to have face to face conversations with stakeholders, peers and management and BOD.\nAbility to sit or stand for long periods of time and move around work environment as needed.\nComply with company policies and procedure. \nPHYSICAL REQIREMENTS:\nRequires prolonged sitting, some bending and stooping.\nOccasionally lifting up to 10 pounds.\nManual dexterity sufficient to operate a computer keyboard and calculator.\nRequires occasional local and national.\nThis description is intended to describe the type of work being performed by a person assigned to this position. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required by the employee. 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