Manager - Operations

Summary:

Manage Plant and Field mechanical and process operations to meet production expectations and maintain all operating parameters within limits of equipment design.

Essential Functions:

• Manage day-to-day plant and pipeline system operations to meet required production rates and monitors operating data to minimize problems and downtime.

• Under minimal supervision, performs tasks required for efficient operation of all functions in a natural gas processing plant and pipeline systems, including the cryogenic plant, amine treating plant, glycol and mole-sieve dehydration systems, tank farm, utilities, engines/compressors, PD and centrifugal pumps, and other plant and pipeline functions, systems, and equipment. Responsible for ensuring proper flows, temperatures, pressures, and levels. Recognizes operating deviations and takes appropriate corrective action.

• Ensures that established regulatory, environmental, and safety standards are maintained, all emergency response activities and decisions relative to the safety of the plant and Pipeline Operations.

• Manages subordinates in performing their job duties in a safe and efficient manner. Administers performance reviews for subordinates and administers disciplinary action when warranted. Ensures all departmental manuals are kept current.

• Develops and administers training courses pertinent to Operations to ensure personnel qualifications are maintained to comply with all regulatory requirements.
• Develops and maintains operational procedures to ensure a safe and efficient operation.
• Ensures operating parameters are within the limits of the design of the equipment.
• Conduct regular safety meetings, help coordinate safety and environmental training, and manage required periodic safety and environmental inspections.

Requirements: Experience, Educational & Special Training Required

• 8 years industry experience required
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
• Strong commitment to safety, environmental, and regulatory programs and leading by example
• Ability to function as PSM lead or to work closely with Plant Supervisor and PSM Coordinator
• Must have working knowledge of natural gas engines, various compressor packages and Propane compression
• Understanding of plant liquids, liquid stabilizer and stabilized product
  NGL/Liquid Amine treating
• Ethylene Glycol treating system and regeneration
• Regenerative Thermal Oxidizer or Thermal Oxidizer
• Must be familiar with flare reporting system
• Must live within 45 minutes of the plant

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous supervisory experience preferred
• Experience in Microsoft Office, Plant DCS/Delta V and SCADA
• Excellent analytical skills
• Strong team and customer focus orientation
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Operation of Acid Gas Injection

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
• Occasional overnight travel may be required

"An equal opportunity employer/disability/vet The Partnership is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against qualified applicants on the basis of any actual or perceived legally protected characteristics under federal, state, or local law. The nature and frequency of the above working conditions and requirements may vary depending on individual operational circumstances. Where feasible, the Partnership will make reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the job. DISCLAIMER: The statements listed in this job posting, which are subject to change, are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. "