Job Summary

The Shop Supervisor is responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of a workshop or maintenance facility in the oil and gas industry. This role ensures that equipment is repaired, maintained, and fabricated to meet operational and safety standards. The Shop Supervisor leads a team of technicians and machinists, coordinates workflow, ensures quality control, and maintains compliance with industry regulations and company policies.

Key Responsibilities

• Team Leadership and Supervision: Manage, train, and supervise a team of technicians, machinists, and support staff, ensuring effective performance and adherence to safety protocols.

• Workflow Coordination: Plan and prioritize work orders, ensuring mely comple on of equipment repairs, maintenance, and fabrica on tasks to support field operations.

• Equipment Maintenance and Repair: Oversee the inspec on, troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of oil and gas equipment, such as pumps, valves, drilling tools, and other mechanical systems.

• Quality Control: Ensure all work meets industry standards (e.g., API, ISO) and company specifications, conducting inspections and testing as required.

• Inventory and Resource Management: Manage inventory of spare parts, tools, and materials, ensuring availability while controlling costs.

• Safety and Compliance: Enforce safety standards, including OSHA and industry-specific regulations, and ensure proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and safe work practices.

• Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, work orders, and equipment histories. Prepare reports on shop performance, downtime, and productivity.

• Equipment and Facility Maintenance: Ensure shop equipment, tools, and facilities are maintained in good working condition and coordinate repairs or upgrades as needed.

• Customer and Vendor Coordination: Liaise with internal teams (e.g., field operations, engineering) and external vendors to ensure timely delivery of parts and services.

• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve shop efficiency, reduce downtime, and implement best practices in maintenance and repair processes.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; technical diploma or associate degree in mechanical engineering, industrial maintenance, or related field preferred.

• Experience: 5+ years of experience in equipment maintenance or repair in the oil and gas industry, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or leadership role.

• Skills:

  • Strong knowledge of oil and gas equipment (e.g., pumps, valves, drilling tools, and rotating equipment).

  • Proficiency in reading technical drawings, schematics, and manuals.

  • Leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and train staff.

  • Familiarity with industry standards (e.g., API, ASME, ISO) and safety regulations (e.g., OSHA).

  • Basic computer skills for inventory management, reporting, and work order systems.

  • Problem-solving and decision-making skills under tight deadlines.

• Certifications: Relevant certifications (e.g., API, OSHA safety training, or welding certifications) are a plus.

• Physical Requirements: Ability to work in a shop environment, including standing for extended periods, lifting heavy objects, and working in potentially hazardous conditions.

Work Environment

• Location: Workshop or facility, with occasional travel to field sites for equipment inspections or installations.

• Schedule: Full- me, often requiring flexibility for over me, on-call duties, or shift work to meet operational demands.

• Conditions: Exposure to noise, chemicals, and heavy machinery; adherence to safety protocols is critical.