Operations and Maintenance Manager
Libera Consultants — البصرة
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We are conducting a search on behalf of a global energy company specialising in LNG infrastructure and floating regasification solutions for an experienced Operations & Maintenance Manager to establish and lead operations for a major FSRU and LNG import terminal project in Iraq .
Role Overview: This is a senior leadership position responsible for establishing the O&M organisation and operational readiness for a major LNG-to-power project. The role will oversee the operational interface across the FSRU, LNG cargo and ship-to-ship transfers, jetty and terminal operations, and final gas delivery , while leading the transition from EPC and commissioning into live operations.
Key Responsibilities: Establish and lead the O&M organisation, operating model, governance and procedures Support the transition from EPC through commissioning into operational readiness Develop operating procedures, maintenance systems, safety controls and technical standards Oversee ship-to-ship LNG transfer operations and the operational interface with the FSRU Manage third-party contractors responsible for jetty and terminal operations Coordinate vessel management, internal teams, outsourced providers and regional stakeholders Ensure safe, reliable and continuous marine and terminal operations Ensure contracted gas volumes are delivered within required schedules and operating parameters Manage operational budgets, costs and commercial performance Recruit, onboard and develop the initial marine and operations team Report operational performance, readiness, risks and corrective actions to senior leadership
Qualifications & Experience: Approximately 15+ years’ maritime or marine operations experience Minimum 3–5 years in a substantial management/leadership position Master Mariner Unlimited or Chief Engineer Unlimited certificate – non-negotiable Strong experience in vessel, terminal and marine operations Proven experience leading operational teams and managing third-party contractors Experience establishing operational structures, procedures and readiness plans Strong budget-management and commercial capabilities Experience within LNG, FSRU operations, LNG terminals or ship-to-ship LNG transfers is highly preferred Middle East/Gulf operating experience is advantageous University degree preferred but not essential where strong maritime credentials and operational experience are demonstrated Ability to travel regularly between Iraq, UAE and the wider Gulf region