Assistant Field Operations Manager

About the Role

Musanadah Facilities Management is seeking an Assistant Field Operations Manager to lead day-to-day ground gravity operations. This full-time position in Riyadh requires a blend of field leadership and hands-on expertise in gravity acquisition, positioning, QA/QC, and data processing. The role involves managing Senior Crew Leads and Crew Leads, converting survey priorities into practical deployment plans, and developing crew capabilities through training and coaching.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and issue daily/weekly gravity deployment plans, station/loop assignments, and crew priorities; track progress and adjust for terrain, access, equipment, or operational constraints.
• Lead multiple gravity crews and provide hands-on technical support for CG-6 Autograv setup, leveling, recording, station selection, safe handling, transport, and end-of-day care.
• Oversee field QA/QC, including station precision, repeat observations, loop closure, drift/base control, GPS/RTK accuracy, data completeness, outliers, and repeat/hold/corrective actions.
• Ensure daily gravity and positioning data is downloaded, validated, organized, backed up, and processed/reduced in accordance with project procedures and file-control requirements.
• Utilize and support Trimble field survey systems, including TSC5 controllers and RTK/PPK/GNSS workflows, receiver connectivity, positioning checks, and field data transfer.
• Train, coach, and assess Senior Crew Leads, Crew Leads, and field personnel in deployment, equipment handling, QA/QC, positioning, troubleshooting, and safe working practices.
• Coordinate with the Field Operations Manager and HSE team; conduct pre-start/toolbox coordination and maintain strong HSE leadership, journey management, emergency readiness, and stop-work expectations.
• Provide concise daily updates covering completed stations, repeats, QA/QC issues, equipment readiness, safety observations, productivity, and the next-day deployment plan.

Qualifications and Experience

• 5-10 years of relevant experience in field operations, particularly in gravity acquisition or similar survey activities.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with experience managing field crews.
• Proficiency in gravity acquisition, positioning, QA/QC, and data processing.
• Experience with Trimble field survey systems, including TSC5 controllers and RTK/PPK/GNSS workflows.
• Strong understanding of HSE protocols and emergency readiness.

Work Environment

This is a site-based role located in remote Saudi Arabia. The position requires regular outdoor field work, 4x4 travel, and working in rugged terrain, heat, and dust. The role involves hands-on support to crews. Candidates must be medically fit for field duties and able to comply with all FTJV HSE and operational requirements.

Application Process

Interested candidates are invited to apply for this full-time position. Salary details will be discussed during the interview process.