Our client is a global multi-energy company operating large-scale refining and petrochemical facilities. It transforms crude oil into fuels and essential industrial products through highly integrated and technologically advanced operations. The organisation is recognized for its strong HSE culture, operational excellence, and commitment to reducing environmental impact. Joining the company means contributing to complex international projects within a high-performance industrial environment.
Join one of the world's largest LNG developments, the Mozambique LNG Project. A world-class onshore LNG project located at the Afungi site in Northern Mozambique.
The Site Services Manager leads the Site Facilities and Services team, overseeing all site services activities executed within the project area. Reporting to senior site leadership, the role manages a diverse team of approximately 300 personnel (10–20 direct reports) and drives performance across camp management, catering, utilities, waste management, logistics, and associated services contractors.
• Inspire a strong HSE culture and lead by example; ensure full compliance with project HSE requirements across all site services activities.
• Develop, coach, and build a high-performing multidisciplinary team; promote teamwork and support local workforce capability development.
• Ensure continuous and efficient operation of all services: accommodation camps (hard and soft services), catering and housekeeping, utilities (power, water supply, wastewater treatment), waste management (solid, liquid, hazardous, incineration), and landscaping.
• Manage daily/weekly reporting, KPIs, planning, budget tracking, cost control, and contract and procurement activities for the site services scope.
• Enforce compliance with project standards and implement a rigorous change control process.
• Review and validate key contractor documents (execution plans, procedures, method statements) to ensure alignment with project requirements.
• Identify, manage, and resolve reporting, scheduling, performance, and contract issues in a timely manner.
• Investigate welfare, accommodation, and logistics issues; propose fit-for-purpose solutions and continuous improvements.
• Coordinate with EPC contractors and operations teams to support project needs.
• Gather and validate lessons learned; provide structured feedback to the project team.
• Degree in Engineering, Facility Management, or equivalent; professional qualifications and proven track record strongly preferred.
• 20+ years of relevant experience, including at least 5 years in a senior management role.
• Extensive background in large, complex project environments with full understanding of safety, environmental, cost, schedule, quality, and organisational risk dimensions.
Technical & Behavioural Skills
• Strong HSE culture and demonstrated safety leadership at a senior level.
• Effective communicator with the ability to influence critical decisions and lead diverse multicultural teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication in English (required); Portuguese or French is a distinct advantage.
• Commercially astute with hands-on experience in budget management, cost control, and contract oversight.
IOTA Group is a global leader in service delivery, redefining international deployment and local integration with over 40 years of expertise.
Based in Switzerland near Geneva, we operate through a network of subsidiaries, ensuring agility and compliance with both local requirements and global standards.
Our network includes over 100,000 consultants worldwide, offering unparalleled expertise to help clients succeed in cross-border projects.
Committed to excellence, we prioritize integrity and transparency, working as strategic partners to deliver tailored solutions that meet the unique demands of each country. By combining local talent with expatriate expertise, we ensure seamless project execution while adhering to strict ethical and legal standards.
With operations in more than 120 countries, we provide comprehensive services, including talent acquisition, workforce deployment, and local integration, all designed to mitigate risks and ensure compliance.
Our expertise reduces regulatory risks, minimizes disruptions, and guarantees smooth transitions. From payroll compliance and tax management to social security and repatriation, we handle all aspects of employment management with precision.
We also offer end-to-end logistics support, such as travel coordination, accommodation, and administrative processes like visas and work permits.
These services free our clients to focus on their core operations, confident that their workforce management is in expert hands.
With a proven track record across diverse industries, we have become trusted partners to businesses worldwide, transforming challenges into opportunities and fostering long-term success.
At IOTA Group, we don’t just support businesses; we empower them to grow and thrive in an interconnected world.
