Production Foreman

bp•Victoria, TX

22h•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Foreman plays a critical leadership role in bpX Energy’s Eagle Ford operations by overseeing daily field production activities, ensuring the safe, reliable, and environmentally responsible operation of oil and gas wells and facilities. This role serves as the primary liaison between field personnel, engineering, and production operations teams, helping to optimize production, minimize downtime, and ensure regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical acumen, demonstrated leadership, and a deep commitment to safety and operational excellence.

Requirements

Minimum of 8 years of experience in oil and gas field operations, with at least 3 years in a leadership or supervisory role.
Strong knowledge of production operations in unconventional shale plays; Eagle Ford experience highly preferred.
Proficient understanding of artificial lift systems (especially rod pump and gas lift), production equipment, and surface facility operations.
Demonstrated ability to lead field teams safely and effectively while promoting a culture of continuous improvement.
Familiarity with SCADA, field data capture systems, and production reporting software.
Working knowledge of regulatory requirements in Texas, including RRC and environmental compliance.
Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills; capable of working across disciplines and managing multiple priorities.
Self-motivated and adaptable with a hands-on, field-oriented approach to leadership.
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel throughout the Eagle Ford operating area on a regular basis.
Willingness to work call-outs, weekends, or extended hours as needed to support operations.

Responsibilities

Supervise and support day-to-day field production operations, including oil and gas well performance, artificial lift systems, and surface facility management.
Ensure all activities are conducted safely and in compliance with bpX standards, local/state/federal regulations, and environmental requirements.
Lead a team of lease operators (pumpers), contractors, and vendors; provide coaching, performance management, and technical guidance.
Monitor and analyze daily production data to identify performance trends, equipment failures, and optimization opportunities.
Coordinate routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair work with field operations and maintenance personnel.
Serve as the first response point for emergency or unplanned events; escalate issues as needed and support incident investigations.
Collaborate closely with Production Engineers, Facility Engineers, HSE, and Measurement teams to ensure alignment and support continuous improvement.
Maintain accurate production reports, daily logs, and documentation to support business planning and regulatory filings.
Conduct site visits and field inspections to ensure safe work practices and integrity of well sites and infrastructure.
Promote a strong safety culture by leading safety meetings, job safety analyses (JSAs), and field audits.