Remote
Hybrid
Staffing Manager
Staffing Manager
Katy, TX
full timeOn-site
Oil and Gas
About This Job
Global Geophysical Services - Location: Stafford, Texas (with 50% international travel to Middle East and other project sites)
We are seeking a dynamic Staffing Manager to lead recruitment, onboarding, and workforce planning for our international projects, with a focus on the Middle East. Reporting to the HR Director, you will manage employee and medical records, prepare contracts, coordinate with in-country staffing agencies, and ensure compliance with local labor laws, data protection regulations (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA), and project requirements like fitness-for-duty certifications and PPE usage. This role requires 50% travel to project sites and a passion for building high-performing teams in challenging environments.
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Competitive compensation: $65,000 base salary + performance-based bonus + company stock ownership.
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Career growth
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Work on impactful global projects with diverse teams.
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Be part of a growing company in the seismic industry.
Responsibilities
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Maintain secure, compliant employee and medical records (GDPR, HIPAA).
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Review resumes and screen candidates to meet project-specific requirements (medical, PPE, fitness-for-duty).
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Develop staffing plans for project timelines, coordinating with Middle East staffing agencies to fill gaps.
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Draft and review employee contracts, ensuring compliance with local laws and project needs.
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Facilitate visas, work permits, and travel logistics for international deployments.
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Partner with the Medical Director to verify fitness-for-duty certifications.
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Audit records and staffing processes for accuracy and compliance.
Qualifications
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5–7 years of HR, recruitment, or staffing management experience, with 2+ years in international operations or project-based industries (e.g., oil and gas, construction).
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Preference for U.S. Military Personnel Specialist experience (Enlisted or Warrant Officer) for expertise in high-stakes personnel management.
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Strong organizational skills for managing confidential employee and medical records.
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Expertise in resume screening, contract preparation, and workforce planning.
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Excellent communication and negotiation skills for working with staffing agencies and diverse stakeholders.
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Cultural sensitivity for Middle East and international environments.
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Proficiency in HR software (e.g., Workday, SAP SuccessFactors) and Microsoft Office.
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Ability to wear PPE (e.g., hard hats, safety glasses, steel-toed boots) and pass a pre-employment medical examination.
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Preferred: SHRM-CP, PHR, or equivalent certification.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
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50% travel to Middle East and other project sites, involving long flights and varied climates.
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Ability to wear PPE and comply with site safety protocols.
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Primarily office-based in Stafford, Texas, with occasional irregular hours for international time zones and project deadlines.
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Minimal lifting (up to 15 lbs); reasonable accommodations provided for individuals with disabilities who meet PPE and medical requirements.