Manager Pipeline Control Center

Basic Function

HF Sinclair Midstream located in Artesia, NM is seeking a Manager of Control Center Operations. This position ensures the pipeline systems are operated at all times in a safe and efficient manner and in accordance with regulations and company policies and values.

• Provides strategic direction for control center operations, aligning team objectives with organizational goals. Leads cross-functional initiatives to enhance operational efficiency, safety performance, and regulatory compliance. Champions a culture of continuous improvement and innovation
• Develops KPIs for control center operations and regularly reports performance to senior leadership
• Oversees the control center shift foremen and pipeline controllers in the remote operation of pipeline assets on a 24-hour basis from a control center.
• The ability to make appropriate risk-based operational decisions.
• Ensure safe, efficient, and continuous operation of pipeline assets.
• Monitors product movements in relation to the pipeline schedules and works with the pipeline schedulers to resolve any discrepancies. Ensures all steps are being taken to protect the quality of the product.
• Ensures operating procedures are being followed, up to date, meet regulatory requirements and are reviewed regularly.
• Ensures pipeline controllers are trained appropriately on new or modified operations.
• Participates in the coordination of maintenance activities ensuring that they are consistent with operational requirements and control room personnel are aware of ongoing maintenance activities.
• Manages the overall operation and maintenance of the control center
• Prepares and manages the control center annual operating budget.
• Mentors, coaches and disciplines personnel.
• Monitors the enforcement of operational, integrity management, and safety procedures.
• Analyze operational data to detect anomalies and optimize performance.
• Prepare reports for throughput, product quality, and regulatory compliance.
• Maintain accurate logs and documentation for audits and internal reviews.

Special assignments or tasks assigned to the employee by their superior, as determined from time to time in their sole and complete discretion.

A minimum of 10 years of pipeline operations or equivalent experience in refinery, terminal, or field operations experience with at least 3 years of leadership experience is required.

A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or a related technical field, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience, is required.

Knowledge of pipeline control center SCADA software, pipeline hydraulics, flow diagrams, and basic knowledge of overall pipeline operations is required. Strong analytical and computer skills are necessary. Familiarity with fluid handling equipment and associated components, SCADA equipment, and regulations governing the pipeline industry especially Control Room Management Regulations is required. The ability to effectively communicate with others, in both written and verbal communications, is required.

Advanced reading and writing skills, along with the ability to perform complex mathematical calculations is required.

Directly supervises 4 shift foremen and 2 Optimization Specialist. Indirectly supervises 30 control center controllers.

Pipeline control room based with up to 10% travel by land and air required.

HF Sinclair offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well‑being of our employees and their families. Our benefits include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Paid Time‑Off
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with match
• Educational Reimbursement
• Parental Bonding Time
• Employee Discounts

We are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment, ensuring our employees have the resources needed to thrive professionally and personally. Benefit eligibility is governed by official plan documents, for more details visit Total Rewards.

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