Summary:Manage mechanical and process operations to meet production expectations and maintain all operating parameters within limits of equipment design.Essential Functions:
Analyzes and implements processes and procedures to meet required reliability and makes suggestions and recommendations for minimizing operational problems and downtime.
Ensures that established regulatory environmental and safety standards are maintained. Coordinates on all emergency response activities and decisions relative to the safety of the transmission pipeline systems.
Assists in the management of team to ensure work is performed safely and in an efficient manner. Aligns with management to assess talent.
Continuous review of operational processes and procedures and identifies areas of improvement and drives change management to meet business needs and demands.
Develops and administers training courses pertinent to Operations to ensure personnel qualifications are maintained to comply with all regulatory requirements.
Develops and maintains operational parameters to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the equipment and pipeline.
Participates regularly in operational safety initiatives including safety meetings, environmental training, and safety & environmental inspections
Essential Requirements: Experience, Educational & Special Training Required
10+ years of experience
Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
Strong commitment to safety, environmental, and regulatory programs and leading by example
Properly utilize all PPE as required by area, tasks, and hazards
Ability to maintain facilities as a neat, clean, and orderly workplaces
Effective written and verbal skills to communicate with upper management, reports, internal groups, agencies, and customers.
Experience in and knowledge of compression, PD and centrifugal pumps, electrical, control, and liquid handling equipment.
Previous experience in supervision of personnel.
Responsible and accountable for ensuring proper operation of pipeline, compressor and pump stations.
Understanding of NGL liquids and Natural Gas operations
Truck loading and unloading operations
Must be familiar with all environmental permits and reporting requirements
Preferred Skills:
Experience in Microsoft Office, Enterprise Business Systems, and SCADA
Excellent analytical skills, able to identify deviations, and take appropriate corrective action
Strong leader and customer focus orientation
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
Working Conditions:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Lifting up to 50 lbs. occasionally
Driving, walking, and standing frequently
Exposure to adverse weather, cramped conditions and some heavy lifting
Visits to industrial/manufacturing settings, which may include exposure to various materials and chemicals, as well as extreme temperature conditions and loud machinery, and require appropriate personal protective equipment
