Core Laboratories is the Reservoir Optimization Company™
Core Laboratories Inc. is a leading provider of proprietary and patented reservoir description and production enhancement services and products used to optimize petroleum reservoir performance. The Company has over 70 offices in more than 50 countries and is located in every major oil-producing province in the world. We are well-positioned to serve the growing needs of the energy transition while continuing to fulfill the demand for reliable and affordable energy sources like crude oil and natural gas. Our services, products, expertise, and innovations will continue to be essential as our clients meet the growing demand for energy globally. For more information, visit https://www.corelab.com
At Core Lab, our values matter: Safety, Honesty and Integrity, Customer Focus, Building Trust, and Employee Development. We regard our employees as our greatest asset. We believe that identifying, attracting, developing, and retaining talent are significant actions because our people are so important.
SUMMARYManages the operation and profitability for a smaller size or single operation within the Oil Field Services or Inspection business. Provides day-to-day leadership to a team of technical specialists directly or through supervisor. Oversees workflow and ensures customers are regularly updated on progress of assignments.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manage the overall profitability and financial performance of the location, including preparation, completion, and timely submission of all required financial reports.
- Prepare and manage the annual operating budget and ensure achievement of financial targets, including DSO and other agreed KPIs.
- Ensure accurate administration of the Order Management System and SAIL.
- Act independently and make sound decisions within company policies, applying expertise to resolve complex operational and financial issues.
- Lead, motivate, and provide direction to supervisors, technical specialists, and staff.
- Manage and coordinate daily operational activities to ensure efficient and effective service delivery.
- Conduct staff performance reviews, including assessment of training, development, and resource needs.
- Ensure employee compliance with company policies, safety requirements, quality standards, work habits, and performance expectations.
- Maintain all required quality control and compliance documentation, ensuring audit readiness at all times.
- Ensure operations are performed in accordance with customer instructions, the Global Safety Manual, local safety standards, and company policies.
- Monitor and ensure completion of required technical, safety, regulatory, and compliance training, including applicable examinations and certifications.
- Ensure accuracy, integrity, and timely reporting of inspection and laboratory test results.
- Maintain and grow strong customer relationships; serve as a point of contact for updates, inquiries, and complaint resolution.
- Market company services locally and support sales and business development activities.
- Prepare technical, financial, and workforce-related proposals for management review as required.
- Ensure local operations are aligned with company strategy, policies, and operational objectives.
- Provide input into operational policy development, workforce planning, and resource allocation.
- Advise the Area Manager on financial, operational, and performance-related matters.
- Perform other duties as required to support safe, compliant, and efficient operations.
- University Degree in Business or Related Field
- Minimum 6 years of relevant experience within Oil Field Services or Inspection industry
- Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
- Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure including foreign currencies, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
- Advanced ability to lead, motivate and challenge others
- Advanced communication, verbally and in writing with all relevant audiences
- Moderate understanding of financial statements, reporting and budgeting
- Flexibility to prioritize and plan multiple work activities, using time effectively throughout the day
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
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PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The Company requires laboratory technicians to meet the following physical qualifications
- Pass the drug and alcohol test specified for safety-sensitive employees.
- Be able to work in the presence of odors typical of petroleum or petrochemicals without allergic reactions or nausea when such odors are within OSHA-designated permissible exposure limits (PELs).
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; talk or hear; and test or smell. The employee frequently is required to walk, sit, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
- Laboratory personnel must regularly lift or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals. The Company provides product information, training, engineering controls, and personal protective equipment in an effort to protect employees from exposure to potentially harmful levels of those materials. Employees are required to read product information, use available engineering controls, follow guidelines presented during training, and be able to wear and use appropriate protective equipment, including respiratory protective equipment, as may be required by the work environment.
- The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
- Passport Required, position may travel up to 50% to other company offices and/or client locations
Core Laboratories, including all of its affiliated and related entities, is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone. Employment decisions are made regardless of characteristics including, but not limited to, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, religion, genetic information, protected veteran or uniformed service member status, and any other characteristic protected under applicable law.
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Core Laboratories is a leading provider of proprietary and patented Reservoir Description and Production Enhancement services. Core Laboratories remains dedicated to providing the technology you need to enhance your production. We continue to develop and acquire technologies that complement our existing products and services, and we disseminate these technologies throughout our global network. With over 70 offices in more than 50 countries located in major oil-producing provinces, Core Laboratories provides services to the world's major, national, and independent oil companies. We can help you solve your reservoir problems. Core Laboratories' reservoir optimization technologies are used to increase total recovery from existing fields. Our services enable our clients to optimize reservoir performance and maximize hydrocarbon recovery from their producing fields. Core Laboratories has taken extensive measures to ensure the services and data provided by all of our worldwide companies are of the highest quality and integrity. Our commitment to applying and developing new technologies to optimize reservoir performance is unsurpassed in the oilfield service industry. This commitment to technology and to your bottom line makes Core Laboratories, The Reservoir Optimization Company™.






