Technical Manager

Technical Manager

Vopak helps the world flow forward. We store the energy of today and tomorrow. But behind our impressive terminals and tanks, it is our people who make the difference. Guided by our culture of Trust, Collaboration, and Courage, we focus on creating an impact that brings the opportunity to grow and to make a real difference. As a Technical Manager, you will play a key role in realizing our ambitions while building both the future of Vopak and your own.

The Technical Manager optimizes terminal operations in Plaquemine, LA by ensuring the structural and material integrity of all assets. They oversee customer, expansion, and capital projects within budget while serving as the primary technical liaison for external stakeholders. Additionally, the role guarantees ongoing asset reliability through preventative maintenance programs while upholding strict safety and quality standards.

• Budget & Strategy: Develops and manages capital budgets while implementing cost-saving strategies to maximize terminal asset reliability.

• Project Execution: Oversees the design, construction, and timely completion of capital projects and facility modifications in alignment with business needs.

• Stakeholder Coordination: Serves as the primary liaison coordinating technical, engineering, and maintenance matters among internal teams, customers, contractors, and authorities.

• Maintenance & Reliability: Drives comprehensive maintenance programs, including 3-year improvement plans (3
  
  YMP) and continuous operational enhancements.

• Team Leadership: Manages, mentors, and develops the project and maintenance teams to maximize productivity and ensure technical excellence.

• Technology & Equipment: Evaluates and integrates new terminal technologies while ensuring accurate, up-to-date record-keeping for all facility equipment.

• Safety & Compliance: Champions strictly enforced Safety, Health, Environment, and Quality (SHEQ) standards, staying current on and ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements.

• Governance & Audits: Executes technical audits and provides corporate governance to ensure all projects and operations align with company standards and regulations.

• Various flexible and hybrid work schedules.

• Career development and growth opportunities.

• Competitive, market-based compensation package depending on your experience and knowledge.

• Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance

• Flexible Spending Account Options

• Short Term/Long Term Disability Insurance

• Basic and Supplemental Life/AD&D Insurance

• 401(k) Incentive Savings Plan

• Paid Holidays (Fixed and floating)

• Paid Time Off and Sick Days

• Additional Benefits:

  • Tuition Reimbursement

  • Employee Assistance Program

  • Accident Insurance

  • Legal Plan

  • Critical Illness Insurance

  • Hospital Indemnity Insurance

  • Legal Plan

  • Insurance

  • Universal Life

• Great atmosphere! Plenty of freedom, room for initiative, and an engaging environment.

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You have 10-15 years of relevant work experience in project management within a terminal, refinery, or petrochemical plant, including proven leadership of technical teams (5+ years of terminal-specific experience is preferred).

You are proficient in translating complex technical plans and government documents into clear, easy-to-understand terminology.

You have strong project and financial management competencies, demonstrating the ability to concurrently manage multiple projects and budgets using MS Office, MS Project, and computer-based design software.

You are highly knowledgeable in health, safety, and environmental (SHE) principles, including risk assessment methodologies (QRA, EIA, Hazops), environmental regulations like RCRA, and industry standards (API, ANSI, NFPA, ISGOTT, OCIMF).

You have the ability to travel regionally and internationally, and ideally bring preferred experience in the design and construction of docks for oil and chemical tankers.

Don’t meet all our criteria? No problem! If this role energizes you and our culture feels like a good fit, we warmly invite you to apply…