Operations Manager

What We Are Looking For

• The Tucson Operations Manager has overall responsibility for the daily operations of the gas pipeline facilities including all operational activities, performance management of staff, safety, quality control, budgeting, compliance, and regulatory matters. In addition, the Manager must interact with high profile customers such as SW Gas and Unisource as well as customers in Mexico (PEMEX, CFE, and Grupo Mexico). Interaction with state (AZ), municipal, tribal, and county entities is also a frequent occurrence.  The Tucson Area includes facilities that extend from NM/AZ State Line west and Northwest to Coolidge, AZ and Globe/Miami, AZ, respectively.  The position is located in Tucson, AZ, yet frequent travel to the Willcox and Safford offices is required.

What You Will Do

• Manages compressor stations, pipelines, and personnel to ensure safe and efficient operations across a broad geographical area.
• Oversees functions related to outside contractors operating on company property or in company Right-of-Way areas in order to protect company interests.
• Oversees pipeline and station operations to achieve goals within budgeted funds and available personnel.
• Plans and organizes workloads and staff assignments, reviews progress, directs changes in priorities and schedules as needed to assure work is completed in an efficient and timely manner.
• Participates in the selection/promotion of staff, salary change considerations, and disciplinary matters; conducts performance evaluations.
• Coordinates safety and emergency response, and new hire orientation training and programs.
• Develops short and long-range plans, goals and objectives for the operation.
• Coordinates with other departments, governmental agencies, and customers.
• Manages projects within assigned area of responsibility.
• Ensures compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal regulations affecting pipeline system operations
• Reviews contracts pertaining to work around company facilities to ensure company property is protected. Includes screening and reviewing of leases, foreign crossing permits, highway expansion, or any Right-of-Way intrusion.
• Coordinates company response relating to actions of outside contractors which includes site inspection, markup of as-built drawings, and confirmation of scope of work to be completed.
• Oversees inspections of station and pipeline facilities for compliance with maintenance, housekeeping, environmental and safety requirements
• Oversees general pipeline system maintenance and DOT and Environmental compliance activities within the area of responsibility.
• Complete other related duties as assigned.

What You Need

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent.

Bachelor’s degree preferred, especially in the areas of Engineering or Business Management, work equivalency may be considered.

Required Qualifications:

A minimum of 10 years, well-rounded experience in pipeline system operations, maintenance and/or engineering is highly desirable.

Effective use of time management is of key importance to identify priorities and to ensure that all job requirements are satisfied.

Planning and Organization: Establish a course of action for self and/or others to accomplish specific goals; plan and prioritize proper assignments of personnel and/or appropriate allocation of resources.

Leadership: Utilize appropriate interpersonal styles and methods in guiding individuals/department (subordinates, peers, superiors) or groups toward task accomplishment. Must consistently adhere to Kinder Morgan’s policies and procedures and be a positive example for others by demonstrating the Company’s core values of integrity, accountability, safety, and excellence.

Analysis: Identify problems and/or cause-effect relationships; identify key issues; secure relevant information from all appropriate sources; identify possible root causes of problems and develop and implement corrective actions for resolution of problems.

Proficiency with computer applications, including Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Knowledge of or ability to learn other programs such as Project, Maximo, and Company centered applications.

Well-balanced interpersonal skills and strong verbal and written communications skills are required.

Attention to detail a must.

Organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks are essential.

Must be a problem solver with the ability to find resolutions.

Must be self-motivated and capable of working with minimal supervision and/or direction.

Must be flexible and able to work effectively in a team environment and consistently maintain a professional and respectful demeanor/attitude with co-workers, clients, customers, vendors, and regulatory agencies.

Have and maintain a valid driver’s license and record that meets the Company’s policies and insurability requirements.

The selected candidate must have knowledge of:

Management and supervisory principles and practices.

Gas pipeline system operations and maintenance.

General engineering practices, including drafting, piping, valves, hydraulics, etc.

Practices, principles, procedures, regulations, and techniques as they relate to all functional areas.

Regulatory requirements for operation of DOT facilities.

Environmental laws and regulations as they relate to operation of pipelines with FERC.

Maintenance Restrictions to include wetlands, marsh areas and numerous major water body crossings.

EPA laws and regulations as they relate to the operation of RICE and Turbine MACT units.

Why Join Kinder Morgan

Kinder Morgan is a large energy infrastructure company operating in North America. Access to reliable, affordable energy is a critical component for improving lives around the world. We are committed to providing energy transportation and storage services in a safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible manner for the benefit of the people, communities, and businesses we serve.

Kinder Morgan provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, family status, status as an individual authorized to work in the U.S., or any other status protected by law.

For more information about Kinder Morgan, our culture, opportunities available, and to join our Talent Community, please visit our careers site at www.kindermorgan.com.

Responsibilities

• Manages compressor stations, pipelines, and personnel to ensure safe and efficient operations across a broad geographical area.
• Oversees functions related to outside contractors operating on company property or in company Right-of-Way areas in order to protect company interests.
• Oversees pipeline and station operations to achieve goals within budgeted funds and available personnel.
• Plans and organizes workloads and staff assignments, reviews progress, directs changes in priorities and schedules as needed to assure work is completed in an efficient and timely manner.
• Participates in the selection/promotion of staff, salary change considerations, and disciplinary matters; conducts performance evaluations.
• Coordinates safety and emergency response, and new hire orientation training and programs.
• Develops short and long-range plans, goals and objectives for the operation.
• Coordinates with other departments, governmental agencies, and customers.
• Manages projects within assigned area of responsibility.
• Ensures compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal regulations affecting pipeline system operations
• Reviews contracts pertaining to work around company facilities to ensure company property is protected. Includes screening and reviewing of leases, foreign crossing permits, highway expansion, or any Right-of-Way intrusion.
• Coordinates company response relating to actions of outside contractors which includes site inspection, markup of as-built drawings, and confirmation of scope of work to be completed.
• Oversees inspections of station and pipeline facilities for compliance with maintenance, housekeeping, environmental and safety requirements
• Oversees general pipeline system maintenance and DOT and Environmental compliance activities within the area of responsibility.
• Complete other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred, especially in the areas of Engineering or Business Management, work equivalency may be considered.
• Required Qualifications: A minimum of 10 years, well-rounded experience in pipeline system operations, maintenance and/or engineering is highly desirable.
• Effective use of time management is of key importance to identify priorities and to ensure that all job requirements are satisfied.
• Planning and Organization: Establish a course of action for self and/or others to accomplish specific goals; plan and prioritize proper assignments of personnel and/or appropriate allocation of resources.
• Leadership: Utilize appropriate interpersonal styles and methods in guiding individuals/department (subordinates, peers, superiors) or groups toward task accomplishment. Must consistently adhere to Kinder Morgan’s policies and procedures and be a positive example for others by demonstrating the Company’s core values of integrity, accountability, safety, and excellence.
• Analysis: Identify problems and/or cause-effect relationships; identify key issues; secure relevant information from all appropriate sources; identify possible root causes of problems and develop and implement corrective actions for resolution of problems.
• Proficiency with computer applications, including Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Knowledge of or ability to learn other programs such as Project, Maximo, and Company centered applications.
• Well-balanced interpersonal skills and strong verbal and written communications skills are required.
• Attention to detail a must.
• Organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks are essential.
• Must be a problem solver with the ability to find resolutions.
• Must be self-motivated and capable of working with minimal supervision and/or direction.
• Must be flexible and able to work effectively in a team environment and consistently maintain a professional and respectful demeanor/attitude with co-workers, clients, customers, vendors, and regulatory agencies.
• Have and maintain a valid driver’s license and record that meets the Company’s policies and insurability requirements.
• The selected candidate must have knowledge of: Management and supervisory principles and practices.
• Gas pipeline system operations and maintenance.
• General engineering practices, including drafting, piping, valves, hydraulics, etc.
• Practices, principles, procedures, regulations, and techniques as they relate to all functional areas.
• Regulatory requirements for operation of DOT facilities.
• Environmental laws and regulations as they relate to operation of pipelines with FERC.
• Maintenance Restrictions to include wetlands, marsh areas and numerous major water body crossings.
• EPA laws and regulations as they relate to the operation of RICE and Turbine MACT units.