Role Overview
The HR Manager will lead and oversee all human resources functions supporting both offshore and onshore operations. This role requires a strategic HR professional with experience in the oil & gas, EPC, or offshore sectors, capable of managing workforce planning, compliance, talent acquisition, and employee relations across complex, international project environments.
Key Responsibilities
1. HR Strategy & Leadership
- Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with business objectives and project delivery timelines
- Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on workforce planning and organizational design
- Lead HR initiatives supporting large‑scale offshore and project‑based operations (e.g., FPSO, EPC)
2. Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning
- Oversee recruitment for technical, offshore, and corporate roles
- Build talent pipelines for project‑based and rotational hiring, including contractors
- Partner with external recruitment agencies and managed service providers (MSPs)
3. Employee Relations & Compliance
- Ensure compliance with applicable local labor laws, international employment regulations, and offshore standards
- Manage employee relations matters, including investigations and disciplinary processes
- Support union or collective labor relations where applicable
4. Compensation & Benefits
- Design and oversee competitive compensation and benefits programs for offshore and onshore employees
- Coordinate payroll processes, benefits administration, and mobility or allowance programs
- Conduct market benchmarking within the energy and offshore sectors
5. International Mobility & Deployment
- Manage visas, work permits, and global mobility programs for expatriate and rotational staff
- Support mobilization and demobilization processes for offshore personnel
- Ensure compliance with applicable immigration, tax, and employment regulations
6. Performance Management & Development
- Implement performance management, appraisal, and succession planning processes
- Support learning, leadership development, and training initiatives
- Drive employee engagement and retention strategies
7. HR Operations & Systems
- Oversee HRIS systems, reporting, and workforce data analytics
- Maintain accurate employee records and HR documentation
- Continuously improve HR processes for efficiency and scalability
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s preferred)
- 10+ years of progressive HR experience, preferably within oil & gas, offshore, EPC, or energy environments
- Strong knowledge of international HR practices, labor laws, and compliance requirements
- Experience supporting offshore and rotational work schedules (e.g., 14/14, 28/28)
- Proven experience in high‑volume recruitment and workforce mobilization
- Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Preferred Experience
- Experience supporting FPSO or offshore vessel operations
- Familiarity with global mobility programs, visas, and expatriate management
- Experience with MSP/VMS platforms (e.g., SAP Fieldglass, Beeline)
- Professional HR certifications (e.g., SHRM, CIPD)
Key Competencies
- Strategic thinking and strong business alignment
- Operational execution in complex environments
- Cultural awareness and global mindset
- Sound judgment, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills
- Ability to operate effectively in fast‑paced, project‑driven organizations
Reporting Line
Reports to: Regional HR Director or Country Manager
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
- The organization is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
