Compliance Auditor Lead

Basic Function

HF Sinclair Midstream is seeking a Compliance Auditor Lead. The position is open to Dallas, TX;
Tulsa, OK;
Artesia, NM or Salt Lake City, UT. The Compliance Auditor Lead ensures compliance with regulations and conducts moderate to complex regulatory compliance and auditing assignments for assigned areas under general supervision.

• Reviews, interprets, and ensures compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulatory requirements for all assigned locations.
• Plans, conducts, and leads regulatory compliance and operational risk‑based audits, including evaluations and review of internal policies and procedures of the company operations.
• Serves as the primary liaison to regulatory agencies and as the Company’s point of contact for general inquiries, audits, and on‑site evaluations.
• Leads and coordinates follow‑up activities associated with regulatory inspections, audits, and enforcement actions by tracking corrective actions, conducting gap assessments, coordinating responses, and ensuring regulatory commitments are completed in a timely manner.
• Leads the development and review of internal and external audit reports, inspection responses, and documentation based on findings and recommendations compliant with Company, federal, state, and local regulatory requirements.
• Communicates regulatory changes, compliance risks, audit findings, best practices, and continuous improvement efforts across the organization.
• Reviews and monitors progress report updates, records and regulatory websites to determine what forms are needed to prepare required reports.
• Maintains oversight of company compliance records and databases to ensure regulatory documentation is accurate, complete, and audit ready.
• Prepares, reviews and maintains federal, state, and local regulatory records, reports, and filings, while serving as a technical resource for compliance‑related inquiries.
• Promotes a culture of safety, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement while supporting safe and reliable operations.
• Represents the Company at regulatory inspections, industry conferences, technical committees, and stakeholder meetings to maintain awareness of emerging regulatory requirements and industry best practices.

A minimum of five to seven years of related experience in the oil and gas industry is required.

Preferred Experience:

Demonstrated technical expertise in regulatory compliance, pipeline operations, engineering, integrity management, auditing, or related technical functions. Experience interacting with federal and state regulatory agencies is preferred.

A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and work experience is required. Candidates should possess a strong technical aptitude, with an engineering, engineering technology, or other technical background preferred.

Ability to lead and train a small group of employees in a Technical Expert capacity. Advanced computer skills and knowledge of customized software; detail oriented; strong understanding of compliance practices and procedures; advanced knowledge of industry regulations and related compliance issues; advanced written and verbal communication skills; strong interpersonal and relationship building skills. Working knowledge of PHMSA and transportation safety regulations.

Ability to diplomatically and confidently stand firm on regulatory requirements, audit findings, and safe work practices while fostering collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Ability to evaluate and take prudent risks to accomplish work.

May direct, prioritize, and review the work of compliance auditors and other personnel while providing technical guidance.

Office based with travel up to 25% is required by land and air. Petroleum refinery, warehouse/plant environment, out‑of‑doors environment, and driver‑based environment including but not limited to chemicals, pressure vessels, tanks, and rotating equipment. From time to time, required to work long hours which may include nights, weekends, and holidays. Subject to all temperatures, weather and varying road conditions.

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