Operations Data & Information Manager

Operations Data & Information Manager

Imagine your career taking you to the depths of innovation and the heights of impact. Our people enable continuous progress. Their commitment, collective expertise, and unique capabilities are the engine room behind SBM Offshore’s True. Blue. Transition. - shaping the future of energy, and beyond.

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.

Purpose

The Operations Data & Information Manager is responsible for implementing global data strategy within the operations phase of the asset lifecycle. This role ensures that operational data is governed, of high-quality, aligned with corporate standards, and ready for advanced analytics & data science, digital twin applications, and AI-driven insights. The position focuses on applying data policies, maintaining integrity across operational systems, and collaborating with IT&S and cross-functional teams to make data accessible and actionable for operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Manage operational data resources and objectives to ensure alignment with global data strategy.
• Apply and enforce corporate data standards, policies, and procedures within SBM Operations domain.
• Coordinate with IT on data centralization initiatives (data governance, master data mgt, enterprise data platforms) to ensure operational data is integrated and accessible.
• Ensure accurate and complete data handover from EPC to Operations, including validation of As-Built documentation.
• Maintain operational data integrity and lifecycle processes.
• Enable advanced analytics, digital twin, and AI applications by ensuring data readiness and accessibility.
• Ensure compliance with corporate and industry regulations for operational data management.
• Lead data stewardship programs within Operations, promoting accountability and ownership of data quality.
• Collaborate with IT and cross-functional teams to align operational data initiatives with company goals.
• Monitor and improve data quality through audits and root cause analysis, implementing corrective actions.
• Support visualization and real-time monitoring tools to enhance operational decision-making.

Education

• A bachelor's or master's degree in a relevant or related field such as data management, data analytics/science, business intelligence, computer science, information systems, engineering, or business administration.
• Advanced certifications in data management, data governance, or enterprise architecture (DAMA CDMP) are highly desirable.

Experience

• 10+ years of professional experience in business or IT management, preferably within industrial or energy sectors.
• 5+ years of people leadership experience, with strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Proven expertise in data architecture, governance, and analytics, applied in operational contexts.
• Hands-on proficiency with data platforms (Datalakehouse, Master Data Mgt, Integration services, Power BI, SQL, Cognite) and enterprise systems (IFS, PI System, Onevision).
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams in complex, multidisciplinary environments, across different geo-locations.
• Experience in federated governance models, integrating global standards within local operational needs.
• Strong background in process integration and information strategy across corporate boundaries.
• Deep understanding of the asset lifecycle, including as-built documentation and operational data requirements.

Functional Competencies

• Analytics and reporting
• Business Acumen
• Business Partnering
• Compliance
• Digital savvy
• Change Management
• Governance, Risk and Control
• Continuous Improvement

Key skills/competency

• Data Strategy
• Data Governance
• Data Analytics
• Digital Twin
• AI Insights
• Master Data Management
• Data Quality
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Cross-functional Leadership
• Asset Lifecycle