Country Manager (O&G)

A respected international energy services organisation is seeking a Country Manager to oversee its Indonesia operations, based in Jakarta. This pivotal role offers you the opportunity to take full ownership of country performance, blending strategic vision with hands-on operational oversight.

What you'll do:

As Country Manager Oil and Gas in Jakarta, you will play a central role in steering the Indonesia operation towards continued success. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve overseeing all facets of business management—from financial performance to operational delivery—while driving growth through targeted business development efforts. You will work closely with engineering teams on project execution as well as commercial teams on contract negotiation. Building strong relationships with clients, partners, and internal stakeholders will be essential for fostering trust and ensuring alignment with global standards. Your ability to navigate complex approval processes within a structured multinational environment will be crucial for maintaining operational discipline. By developing your team across various functions such as HR, finance, sales, engineering, and project delivery, you will create an atmosphere of collaboration that supports both individual growth and collective achievement. Success in this role requires balancing strategic direction with practical execution while staying attuned to local regulatory requirements.

• Lead and manage all aspects of the Indonesia business with complete P&L ownership, ensuring sustainable growth and profitability through careful stewardship of resources.
• Oversee daily operations spanning engineering, project delivery, human resources, finance, and sales functions to maintain seamless execution and support organisational objectives.
• Drive business development initiatives targeting energy, EPC (Engineering Procurement Construction), and upstream oil and gas sectors by identifying new opportunities and nurturing existing client relationships.
• Build and sustain robust connections with key clients, partners, and internal stakeholders at both local and global levels to enhance trust and cooperation.
• Align local strategies with broader regional and global directives by ensuring compliance with corporate governance policies and processes.
• Develop and lead a diverse cross-functional team across multiple departments, fostering collaboration, accountability, and professional development among staff members.
• Manage project execution from site-based activities to engineering deliverables by ensuring delivery excellence and adherence to quality standards.
• Navigate complex internal approval processes efficiently while maintaining alignment with global standards for operational discipline.
• Review commercial contracts and terms & conditions from both execution perspectives and local legal requirements before formal legal review.
• Stay informed about local laws and regulations relevant to the oil and gas industry to ensure compliance in all business activities.

What you bring:

To excel as Country Manager Oil and Gas in Jakarta, your proven experience should encompass broad general management skills combined with deep industry knowledge. You bring not only academic credentials but also practical expertise gained from leading country-level operations within multinational settings. Your familiarity with P&L management means you understand how financial decisions impact overall business health. Experience in EPC or upstream oil & gas environments gives you insight into technical challenges unique to these sectors. Managing cross-functional teams comes naturally to you; your interpersonal skills foster collaboration across engineering, commercial, HR, finance, and project delivery departments. Commercial acumen is evident in your ability to negotiate contracts thoughtfully while considering both execution risks and local legal requirements.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field is required for understanding complex technical concepts relevant to the oil and gas sector.
• Proven experience in general management or country leadership roles demonstrates your capability to oversee large-scale operations within structured organisations.
• A strong track record of managing P&L responsibilities ensures you can drive business performance while maintaining financial discipline.
• Background in EPC (Engineering Procurement Construction), upstream oil & gas or technical service companies equips you with industry-specific knowledge vital for this role.
• Experience working within multinational or highly structured organisations prepares you for navigating layered approval processes effectively.
• Leadership capability managing cross-functional teams across engineering, operations, commercial functions, and support departments highlights your collaborative approach.
• Commercial acumen enables you to identify growth opportunities while safeguarding operational integrity through careful contract review.
• Resilience coupled with adaptability allows you to thrive in environments requiring compliance with corporate governance policies.
• Familiarity with local laws and regulations relevant to performing director-level duties ensures legal compliance throughout all business activities.
• Ability to review contracts from both execution perspective as well as local legal requirements helps prepare documents for final legal review.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out as a fully established player in Indonesia’s energy services market with longstanding roots both locally and globally. For those seeking meaningful impact within a respected multinational setting that values teamwork over hierarchy while supporting personal development goals alongside organisational success—this is an exceptional place to build your career.

What's next:

If you are ready for a rewarding challenge where your skills can make a real difference in Indonesia’s energy sector—apply now!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided.

Due to the high volume of applications we are experiencing, our team will only be in touch with you if your application is shortlisted.