Manager, Operations

Description

Job Description

• Operational Efficiency: Oversee daily operations of LNG facilities, terminals, or vessels, ensuring safe, reliable, and cost-effective performance.
• Safety Management: Ensure adherence to strict HSSE safety protocols and policies, including process safety and emergency response procedures. Heavy engagement in the management of programs including safety-critical mechanical interlocks, car seals, trip-override & bypass systems, lock & key management and Management of Change. Provide leadership in Emergency situations as required.
• Team Leadership: Manage & mentor shift supervisors, process operators, technicians, and other personnel, providing guidance and support to ensure effective performance.
• Process Optimization: Identify & implement process improvements to maximize efficiency of the Trains, work to reduce costs, and improve overall plant performance. Ensure monthly & annual operating plans, as defined by Operational KPIs are achieved by the team.
• Compliance and Reporting: Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations and industry standards, maintaining accurate records, and preparing reports as required.
• Budget Management: Support the development and managing of the operational budget for the LNG plant, ensuring efficient resource allocation and cost control.
• Problem Solving: Quickly identify & resolve operational issues, ensuring minimal disruption to plant operations.
• Stakeholder Communication: Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, including management, regulatory agencies, and customers.
• Maintenance interventions: Manage operational continuity and minimize downtime during periods of planned and unplanned maintenance activities.
• Director Reports: Management of Change (MOC) coordinators, Permit-to-Work (PTW) Coordinators, Senior Production Analyst, and Operations support personnel.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related technical discipline preferred or 10+ years equivalent LNG or Gas Plant operations.
• Advanced certifications in project management, process safety, or operations management preferred.

• FERC / PHMSA regulatory requirements required.
• Experience in operations of SCGTs, and BH LM 9000 aeroderivative turbine-compressors configurations and HLNG/MCHE technology preferred.
• Strong foundation in process safety, permit-to-work systems, and control room operations within high-hazard industrial environments with a strong understanding of process control, safety, and regulatory requirements.

• Technical Skills: Strong technical skills in process control, instrumentation, and automation.
• Problem-Solving: Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to handle complex situations.
• Communication: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse teams.
• High level of HSE knowledge.
• Ability to address personnel HR issues from a viewpoint of fairness and practicability.
• Proficiency in Office suite.

• The Manager, Operations or designee, must be available for stand-by duty on nights, weekends, and after hours as necessary.
• Must be able to climb stairs & ladders, board vessels, work at heights, lift up to 30 lbs overhead, and work in indoor/outdoor marine environments year-round with exposure to noise, weather, and occasional process gases or vapors.
• Specific vision abilities include close, color, peripheral, and depth perception with the ability to adjust focus.
• Must maintain a valid TWIC Card.