Shutdown Manager

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About Us:
SBM Offshore is the world’s deepwater ocean-infrastructure expert. Our work is already resulting in cleaner, more efficient energy production. True. Blue. Transition. is our promise to enable that into the future while at the same time using our expertise to support new and existing markets in the blue economy. It starts with Advancing our Core: continuing to advance the decarbonization of traditional energy production. While Pioneering More: helping to enable the energy transition and using our unique capabilities in ocean infrastructure to support more industries to grow sustainably.  Sharing our experience for a better blue tomorrow.

Role Purpose

As Shutdown Manager you are responsible for the planning, execution, and management of all shutdown activities across the Region to ensure safe, efficient, compliant and timely completion of maintenance and project work. Your role involve coordination with multiple departments, contractors, and stakeholders to deliver shutdowns within budget, timeframes, and quality standards, while ensuring adherence to company safety and operational procedures.
 

Role Responsibilities

• You lead and manage the Unit Shutdown Team in your Region.
• You develop and implement comprehensive shutdown plans, schedules, and strategies to ensure efficient execution.
• You coordinate with operations, maintenance and external contractors to align activities and resources.
• You define scope, budget, and timelines for shutdown projects, ensuring all requirements are captured.
• You lead and manage the execution of shutdown activities, ensuring work is carried out safely, on time, and within budget.
• You monitor progress against the shutdown plan, identifying risks and implementing corrective actions as needed.
• You oversee contractors and third-party service providers, ensuring compliance with company standards and expectations.
• You conduct post-shutdown evaluations to assess performance, identify lessons learned, and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• You serve as the main point of contact for all shutdown-related activities, ensuring clear and effective communication with stakeholders.
   

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, or a related field. A master’s degree is a plus.
• Professional certifications in project management (e.g., PMP) or shutdown management are highly desirable.
   

Experience

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in shutdown/turnaround planning and execution within the Offshore Oil & Gas industry, with experience within Operations or Brownfield Activities.
• Proven experience in managing large-scale shutdowns, including planning, execution, and budget control.
• Strong knowledge of safety regulations, standards, and best practices in shutdown operations.
• Demonstrated leadership and management skills with the ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams and contractors.
   

GENERAL INFORMATION

SBM Offshore N.V. is a listed holding company that is headquartered in Amsterdam. It holds direct and indirect interests in other companies that collectively with SBM Offshore N.V. form the SBM Offshore Group (“the Company”). For further information, please visit our website at www.sbmoffshore.com. The companies in which SBM Offshore N.V., directly and indirectly, owns investments are separate entities.

SBM Offshore is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. SBM Offshore 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.