Supervisor-Operations (#3185)

Primary purpose :

Directly responsible for the safe, reliable, and cost-effective operation of crude oil and natural gas pipeline system operations, compressor stations, pump stations, oil terminals, and all related equipment associated with each, in addition to supervision of multiple operations personnel.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

• Ensure that work is completed in accordance with internal standards following approved policies, procedures, safety rules, budgets and in a manner that promotes customer satisfaction.
• Plan, schedule, assign, and direct work of Operations personnel.
• Manage all PHMSA and regulatory requirements, and be prepared to assist during any inspections or audits for the area of responsibility.
• Monitor and implement company procedures, standards, and best practices.
• Directly responsible for the safety program, environmental compliance, governmental compliance, employee training and development, facility security, and all personnel functions.
• Ensure that all requirements on the Operator Qualification (OQ) Program are met for both contract and company employees.
• Provide leadership and manage the planning and direction of activities at multiple locations within the area.
• Supervise contract personnel engaged in construction, testing, and operations of facilities.
• Manage, plan, and forecast the Capital and O&M Budgets for the area of responsibility.
• Participate in the development of O&M procedures, site-specific procedures, project scopes, and work plans.
• Identify, report, and correct safety and environmental concerns.
• Coordinate safety training and inspections, including completing documentation and conducting safety incident investigations when needed.
• Responsible for the operation and maintenance of equipment, instrumentation, pumps, vessels, pipelines, compressors, auxiliary equipment, engines, turbines, motors, cooling equipment, valves, seals, and other related equipment.
• Directly manage construction and / or maintenance activities performed by internal personnel or third parties.
• Responsible for cash flow management, cost monitoring, and control.
• Assist with AFE project preparation, scheduling, monitoring projects costs, and project completion.
• Conduct performance evaluations of direct reports.
• Work with the Operations Manager to develop short- and long-range plans, goals, and objectives for compressor and pipeline operations.
• Provide support to project management and business development, as needed.
• Organize work for timely completion.
• Complete all applicable documentation and record-keeping.
• Perform all work in compliance with Company standards, procedures, regulatory, and Company tariff requirements.
• Respond to emergency situations at any hour of the day or night. This includes and may not be limited to being in possession of required equipment and tools, designated forms, policies, regulations, and manuals.
• Foster a positive open work environment, systems approaches and disciplined execution of all assigned tasks.
• Manage personnel-related matters, including providing performance-based feedback, providing support, and completing administrative paperwork as needed.
• Demonstrate and enforce the highest professional integrity, ethics, and safety discipline.
• Demonstrate and reinforce a culture of regulatory compliance.
• Deal with a wide variety of people with tact, courses, and professionalism.
• Speak clearly, both in person and by telephone, using a high level of verbal skills and listen carefully.
• Maintain a regular, dependable attendance and a consistently high level of performance.
• Will work non-traditional hours as needed.
• Maintain a high regard for personal safety, for the safety of company assets and employees, and the general public.
• Other daily, weekly, monthly or special project duties as identified and defined.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements :

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Physical Demands :

All of the physical requirements listed below are those that may be necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Working Conditions :

Supervisory Responsibility :

Preferred Education, Experience, Certifications, Competencies, Skills & Abilities :

Above the minimum requirements; not required but advantageous in this position :

Other responsibilities :

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed.  This position may perform other duties as assigned.

About Us :

Tallgrass was named one of the 2023 Top Workplaces USA and highlighted in Colorado's Top Workplaces for the past seven consecutive years. Tallgrass is a leading energy infrastructure company focused on safely, reliably, and sustainably delivering the energy and services that power our nation and enable our quality of life.

At Tallgrass, we value our teams and strive to create an environment where employees feel respected, and their contributions are valued. We aim to support employees' physical, mental, and financial well-being through a comprehensive Total Rewards Program.

Application Deadline : Recruiting timelines vary by position; however, all Tallgrass positions accept applications for at least five business days from the posting date. This position is open and still accepting applications.

Compensation : Compensation ranges are provided in good faith based on what we anticipate when researching wages for this position at the state and national levels. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This salary range may also be modified in the future.

Notice to External Search Firms : Tallgrass does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited referrals and resumes are considered Tallgrass property; therefore, Tallgrass will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited referral. Approved vendors may be invited to refer talent for specific positions at Tallgrass's request only. A fully executed agreement with Tallgrass must be in place and current in these cases.

EEO Statement : Tallgrass complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) affirmative action laws and regulations. Tallgrass does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender Identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status, or other status protected by law.