LNG Plant Supervisor - South (Finance)

Position Description

POSITION SUMMARY:
The Plant Supervisor reports directly to the Plant Manager and is responsible for plant operations at the liquefied natural gas (LNG) terminal. The Plant Supervisor works with the other terminal employees to achieve safe, reliable and efficient operations.
The Plant Supervisor must understand all facets of LNG (or other cryogenic hydrocarbon liquids) transportation, storage and processing including safety and security, maintenance, operations, governmental regulations and associated codes and standards. In-depth knowledge of plant operating procedures, equipment, maintenance protocols, governmental regulations and related technical and safety codes and standards is required.

RESPONSIBLITIES:
1. Manages a multi-disciplined operations team responsible for supporting 24/7 terminal environment where compliance to policy, procedures and dedication is essential to success and staff work 12-hour daily rotational shift environment, including holiday, weekends, and nights.
2. Promotes safety and environmental compliance at all times by ensuring that all safety and environmental policies and procedures are developed and enforced.
3. Monitors and controls the operation of natural gas vaporizers; natural gas process systems; loading LNG trucks; unloading LNG to ensure personnel perform all tasks safely and adhering to the applicable operating procedure(s).
4. Coordinates staffing and provides routine maintenance and security tasks when operations schedules permit.
5. Communicates and interacts with all the plant departments, plus consult with external resources to resolve plant problems and improve plant reliability and safety.
6. Assists with the day-to-day operations including development and management of Operational expenses and budget.
7. Identifies and recommends processes to improve operational efficiencies, eliminate call backs, manage OT, and increase safety performance based on his or her own evaluations and those of his or her subordinates.
8. Provides leadership and good judgment during recruitment and training of Operations staff for a development of a well rounded team of professional operators suited to working in a 24/7 team environment.
9. Prepares and updates LNG Operating and Procedures Manuals.
10. Assists with personnel policies and guidelines in accordance with regulations and company guidelines.
11. Represents the Company in industry association meetings, and at other meetings pertinent to LNG as necessary.
12. Develops contracts and specifications, bids, and selects contractors for operations-related work. Directs, inspects, and approves operations work performed by contractors.
13. Assists Technical Services in development and design of modifications to all terminal equipment.
14. Available for weekend and after hours calls from on-duty personnel pertaining to equipment repairs and outages.
15. Directs company operations, when designated, for the Plant Manager during his absence from the terminal.
16. Develops, maintains, and utilizes contacts with other LNG Liquefaction terminals, both domestic and abroad, for continued exchange of information involving maintenance and operations activities.
17. Develops spare part inventory for critical components and, when/if necessary, sharing agreements with other LNG company terminals to identify efficiencies and cost-effective programs.
18. Identify and recommend staffing-related activities including recruiting, interviewing, selection, hiring, discipline, development, training, promotions, salary changes, leaves and terminations and discuss with the Plant Manager.
19. Communicates with and coordinates company activities with federal, state and local agencies and outside organizations such as the United States Coast Guard, Department of Transportation, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission and local law enforcement.
20. Develops and implements employee-training programs for skill development and regulatory compliance. Develops programs in both individual and group formats.

Position Requirements

1. Education and Certifications: Bachelor or Associate degree in engineering or relevant technical discipline or equivalent work experience.
2. Experience: At least three (3) years of maintenance engineering and one (1) year of process or project engineering and an ability to display competent knowledge and a skillset in mechanical equipment operation (i.e. compressors, pumps, gauges, instrumentation, etc.)
3. Skills: Exceptional leadership and administrative abilities are required. An acute sensitivity to safety issues in a hazardous environment. Effective communicator at all levels of an organization and with individuals and groups from different disciplines, industries and governmental agencies. Exceptional written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills. Organized and able to manage multiple projects. Computer savvy including Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint. An ability to read and interpret plant drawings and schematics.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.