AAO Operations Manager

ABOUT US:

Chugach Alaska Corporation (Chugach) is an Alaska Native Corporation committed to sustainable profitability, celebration of our heritage and responsible ownership of our lands. Formed in 1972 under the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act (ANCSA), Chugach is dedicated to the advancement of our people through meaningful economic and cultural shareholder programs and benefits, retaining our traditional lands and cultural heritage and participating in the economy. This purpose has led us to create a balanced portfolio of business enterprises, financial investments, and land development projects capable of generating prosperity for current and future shareholders. Our family of companies operate in the government, energy, and facilities service industries, with more than 4,500 employees across 150 locations and six countries.  As an Employer of Choice, we offer competitive compensation and benefits, professional development opportunities and more.

AAO, owned by Chugach Alaska Corporation, is looking for more people who believe that the following behaviors are fundamental to any job:

1. Always doing the right thing
2. Creating meaningful value
3. Leaving things better than you found them
4. Empowering people
5. Building community

This position would be a key member of the executive team and responsible for perpetuating these core behaviors throughout the organization, including within our departments, subsidiary companies, and amongst our customers.

A successful candidate will grow AAO’s presence in the energy sector. This person will have extensive and established connections within major and independent oil and gas operators both in Kenai and North Slope oil and gas fields. This person will should have a reputation that matches AAO’s values including quality, fairness, transparency, and a creative “we can solve it” customer service approach.

The Operations Manager is responsible for monitoring, assessing, and communicating the daily operations to the General Manager. This position travels to multiple job sites to communicate with rig crews and customers.

• Reports day-to-day operations to General Manager of the company.
• High initiative, with ability to work independently.
• Coordinate crew scheduling with employees and customers. 
• Responsible for recruiting and hiring employees who are competent and able to fill positions. 
• Coordinate with vendors for the purchase of parts and equipment for various projects. 
• Working knowledge of relevant regulatory requirements and compliance.
• Work with customers to meet their needs on specific assignments or jobs. 
• Travel to work locations as needed. 
• Be responsible for all ongoing operational activity with focus on safety and wellbeing of on and offshore staff.
• Provides support and coordination to operators. 
• Performs related duties as assigned. 

• Relevant bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in lieu of a degree
• At least five (15) years’ of progressively responsible experience within the oil & energy services sector, including a demonstrated track record building and growing a business with solid profits and revenue contributions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. 
• Occasional travel with extended work hours as needed.

Knowledge Of: Current Alaska oil & energy market, cost model analysis and proposal development, including budget forecasting.

Ability To: Maintain strict confidence, communicate effectively orally and in writing; prioritize projects and complete in accordance with established deadlines, exercise independent judgment, research issues and draw conclusions based on data gathered, provide appropriate follow up, establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and vendors; develop new business opportunities and establish pipelines, represent AAO at trade shows, exhibitions, and other industry networking opportunities.

PREFERRED:

• Experience working in Alaska with both major and independent operators.