General Manager

【About Anton】

Anton Oilfield Services Group is a globally leading independent integrated oilfield technology services company, operating across major oil and gas production regions worldwide. The business covers oilfield technical services, oilfield management services, oil and gas development operations, natural gas utilization, AI-enabled solutions, and platform collaboration. Anton Group employs approximately 7,000 staff from over 30 countries and regions. Anton’s long-term goal is to become a world-leading green energy technical services company, growing together with its clients and talent to promote high-quality development in the energy industry.

Department: Strategic Development Region Pakistan Business Branch

Key Responsibilities:

I. Strategy & Business Development

Develop and execute the comprehensive country business strategy for Pakistan, aligning with the group's global objectives to ensure long-term growth and competitive advantage.

Lead the cultivation and strengthening of strategic relationships with key national clients (e.g., PPL, OGDCL, PSO), major IOCs, and relevant government authorities to secure new business and expand market presence.

Direct thorough market research and competitor analysis to anticipate industry trends, identify new service line opportunities, and evaluate potential partnerships or JVs within Pakistan's oil & gas sector.

Personally oversee and drive high-stakes negotiations for major projects and contracts, ensuring favorable terms and successful market entry or expansion.

II. Operations & P&L Management

Hold full P&L responsibility for the Pakistan business unit, driving revenue growth, optimizing costs, and ensuring the achievement of all financial and operational KPIs.

Provide overarching leadership to all operational functions (Projects, Finance, HR, HSE, Supply Chain), ensuring seamless execution, strict compliance with HSE standards, and on-time, on-budget project delivery.

Build, mentor, and lead a high-caliber local leadership team, fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, safety, and continuous improvement.

Ensure strict adherence to all local legal, regulatory, and corporate governance requirements, as well as group policies.

Qualifications:

1. Education & Background

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Petroleum, Mechanical, Chemical), Business Administration, or a related field. An MBA or advanced management degree is strongly preferred.

Nationality: Pakistani nationals are highly preferred.

2. Work Experience

A minimum of 10 years of experience in the oil & gas or oilfield services industry, with at least 5 years in a management role in the Pakistan market.

Prior senior management experience with a major international oilfield service company (e.g., SLB, Halliburton, Baker Hughes, Weatherford) or a leading Big Oil Company (e.g., KOC, ADNOC, PDO) is highly advantageous.

3. Professional Competencies

Deep and comprehensive understanding of Pakistan's energy sector dynamics, economic landscape, regulatory framework, and cultural nuances.

Demonstrated success in business development, strategic planning, and full-cycle contract management in a complex environment.

Strong financial acumen with experience in budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and risk management.

Exceptional leadership and people management skills, with a history of building, developing, and retaining high-performance teams.

4. Language & Communication

Fluency in Urdu and English is mandatory (both written and spoken).

Outstanding communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at the highest levels.

Proficiency in Chinese or other regional languages is a plus.

5. Personal Attributes

Strategic thinker with strong commercial acumen and an entrepreneurial drive.

Decisive leader with high integrity, resilience, and a strong sense of responsibility.

Able to operate effectively under pressure and navigate complex, multicultural business environments.

6. Others

An extensive, established network within Pakistan's oil & gas industry and government circles is a critical requirement.

Must be willing and able to travel extensively within Pakistan and occasionally internationally.