global r&m technical lead

Job Description
*Job Title: R&M Technical Lead
Job Purpose*
The R&M Technical Lead is responsible for driving global technical governance across major service product lines. This role ensures consistency, quality, and efficiency in Repair & Maintenance (R&M) operations by establishing standardized methods, tools, and systems. The position leads the modernization of technical work instructions, embedding digitalization, lessons learned, and best practices. Through collaboration with Product Lines, Engineering, Quality, HSSE, and Operations, the Technical Lead ensures technical integrity, alignment, and measurable business impact across the global R&M network.

*Key Responsibilities
Safety, Security & Compliance*

• Uphold the highest standards of corporate governance and ethical conduct.
• Ensure compliance with company Security, Compliance, HSE policies, and industry regulations.
• Promote a culture of safety and environmental protection.
• Demonstrate effective safety leadership for all team members and visitors.

*Quality*

• Adhere to and promote Weatherford's Quality policies.
• Prioritize service quality and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.

*Operations*

• Lead the Global Technical Governance Group for R&M across all major service product lines.
• Establish a self-governing team to align methods, tools, and systems while maintaining product line uniqueness.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Product Lines to develop and refine technical processes and procedures.
• Overhaul and standardize all R&M technical work instructions, integrating digitalization and structural guidance.
• Champion the rollout of a modernized R&M system.
• Simplify, standardize, and digitize technical instructions.
• Integrate lessons learned and failure data into processes.
• Ensure seamless implementation and adherence in R&M workshops.
• Align with cross-functional teams to ensure clarity and effectiveness of technical instructions.
• Develop governance protocols for managing technical documentation lifecycle.
• Lead global rollout of technical processes and procedures.

*Communication*

• Maintain effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.
• Clearly communicate expectations, roles, and responsibilities.

*Financial*

• Ensure financial accountability and adherence to budget and policy.
• Process expenses within approved timelines and procedures.

*People & Development*

• Take ownership of personal career development through training and performance discussions.
• Engage regularly with line managers to review objectives and growth opportunities.
• Support talent management through coaching, assessments, and succession planning.
• Collaborate with HR and Training to attract and retain top talent.

*Vision & Leadership*

• Demonstrate ethical leadership and uphold Weatherford standards.

*Experience & Education
Required*

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in R&M, Technical Services, or Product Line Operations (preferably in oilfield services or energy).
• At least 5 years in a leadership role managing global or multi-regional teams.

*Preferred*

• Proven success in process simplification, standardization, and digital transformation.
• Experience in cross-functional collaboration to align technical practices.

*Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Required*

• Strong leadership and collaboration skills.
• Deep technical knowledge of R&M processes and documentation.
• Strategic thinker focused on standardization and continuous improvement.
• Proven ability to lead change and implement governance frameworks.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

*Travel Requirement*

• Domestic and international travel: 10–25%