Petra Group Zohorecruit Com

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General Manager – Brazil

Location
Rio de Janeiro, Brasil
Last seen
Aug 16, 2026

About the role

General Manager Location: Brazil | Energy Services Sector The Opportunity We are seeking a transformational General Manager to lead and expand a well-established operation within the energy services sector in Brazil. This is not a maintenance role. This is a growth mandate. The selected executive will take full ownership of the country P&L, drive operational excellence, strengthen culture, and lead the next phase of strategic expansion. The goal is clear: double revenue within three years while maintaining uncompromising safety and performance standards. Key Responsibilities Strategic & Business Leadership Full P&L responsibility for the country operation. Develop and execute a robust business plan to ensure sustainable growth, profitability, and market share expansion. Continuously assess market dynamics, competitive landscape, and client needs to identify new business opportunities. Act as the senior representative of the company with key clients, partners, regulators, and industry stakeholders. Operational Excellence Lead the HSE culture aligned with the highest industry standards. Oversee multi-site operations, ensuring projects are delivered on time, on budget, and with operational excellence. Implement global best practices adapted to local realities. Drive process optimization, cost efficiency, and continuous innovation. People & Culture Leadership Develop and mentor high-performing teams. Build a strong leadership pipeline and succession planning structure. Strengthen a culture rooted in accountability, collaboration, and high performance. Ensure transparent and strategic communication across all organizational levels. Strategic Objectives Double revenue within 3 years. Expand market share through new contracts and strategic positioning. Achieve operational excellence with a zero-incident mindset. Strengthen regional leadership presence and stakeholder relationships. Maximize the performance and development of the team. Requisitos Required Experience 15+ years of experience in the Oil & Gas sector. Proven track record in senior leadership roles with direct P&L ownership. Experience managing complex, multidisciplinary teams in demanding environments. Technical Expertise Strong and proven experience in: Oil & Gas Services Education & Languages Degree in Engineering (Petroleum, Mechanical, or related), Geosciences, Business Administration, or similar. MBA or Executive Education is a strong plus. Full fluency in English is mandatory (daily interaction with global stakeholders). Portuguese fluency required not nationality. Leadership Profile We are looking for a leader who combines: Strategic mindset with strong execution capability. Commercial acumen and long-term vision. Decisive leadership in ambiguous environments. Inspirational leadership style with strong people development focus. Ability to build strategic alliances in a matrix organization. Results orientation with hands-on attitude. Resilience under pressure. Uncompromising integrity and ethical standards. Benefícios Compensation Highly competitive executive package including: Fixed monthly compensation aligned with senior market standards. Short-Term Incentive (STI). Long-Term Incentive (LTI) including equity participation. Executive benefits package. Company vehicle.