Global Edge is an international staffing firm that connects projects worldwide with the industry's most talented project professionals. We work with high-level technical and commercial personnel across multiple industries, including Oil and Gas, Energy, Renewables, Infrastructure, Automotive and Motorsports, IT, Marine, Mining, and more. With offices strategically located worldwide, Global Edge is known for the highest level of delivery for our clients and contractors.
Position Title: Operations Advisor
Type: Contract (12 Months)
Location: Houston, TX
Schedule: Monday - Friday (5/40)
Position Overview
The Operations Advisor will provide expert-level support across operational clusters, zones, or at a corporate level. The ideal candidate will serve as a key resource for management systems, processes, and continuous improvement initiatives. This role requires the ability to influence without direct authority, collaborate across all levels of the organization, and provide technical leadership in operations and maintenance initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Support the development of operations and maintenance design philosophies and project-specific specifications.
Serve as a subject matter expert for management systems, quality and integrity systems, hydrocarbon control practices, internal assessments, and audit preparation.
Lead or facilitate risk assessments, incident investigations, and operational improvement initiatives.
Provide input on cost management and productivity enhancement plans.
Contribute technical expertise to the development and delivery of training programs.
Participate in and/or lead cross-functional initiatives and share best practices.
Provide operational input into project activities such as HAZOPs, risk assessments, and design reviews.
Support the development of O&M tendering plans, supplier selection, and technical contractual specifications.
Assist in building Operations Readiness Plans, including:
Staffing and hiring plans
O&M procedures and maintenance strategies
Inspection and turnaround optimization
Spare parts and equipment reliability programs
Training and competency programs
Equipment surveillance programs
Service agreement technical reviews
Deliver reports and presentations to internal stakeholders as needed.
Qualifications
Bachelor's or Master's Degree required.
Previous experience in a closely related operations and/or maintenance role.
Strong understanding of SSHE (Safety, Security, Health, and Environment) management, plant operations technology, and maintenance best practices.
Familiarity with SAP and warehouse management systems.
Strong leadership skills and ability to influence cross-functional teams.
Excellent decision-making, analytical, and communication skills.
Ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment and proactively drive functional excellence.
Global Edge Group, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Global Edge Group, LLC does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.