Supervisor - Pipeline Operations

Summary

The Supervisor – Pipeline Operations position is responsible for leading a team of pipeline personnel in the Snyder District, supporting operations, maintenance, and project management activities for the Snyder, TX area.

• Direct supervision over Pipeline Technicians. Oversee and ensure compliance with damage prevention, pipeline integrity management, and DOT Operator Covered tasks.
• Provide guidance to resolve operational problems as required. Work unified with shared service departments to maintain consistency with all areas of business and maximize benefits of all departments.
• Ensure equipment reliability and efficiency with the support and use of the preventative maintenance initiatives.
• Support capital projects through project commissioning activities.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, local regulations, company policy and required maintenance inspections including DOT, EPA, OSHA, etc.
• Prepare and manage maintenance/operations expense budget to complete required repairs/upgrades and perform budget re‑forecasting as needed.
• Provide recommendations for system operational improvements through submission of capital and expense projects as part of the annual budgeting process; contribute to cost estimates and planning of projects and act as project manager.
• Support and assist with all HES training activities, initiatives, updates and compliance with HES policies and procedures.
• Ensure Operator Qualifications are current and provide training/qualification guidance as required.
• Knowledge of emergency plans and procedures to take prompt and appropriate action during an event.
• Strong knowledge of 49 CFR 195.
• Provide supervisory relief in various areas in the event of a pipeline emergency or business need.
• Able to understand and follow P&, ISO's, alignment sheets, and redline as required.
• Contribute to cost estimates and planning of projects.

Education and/or Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• High School Diploma or equivalent work experience.
• 8+ years of related experience.
• Must have experience with general pipeline maintenance/operations functions, including pipeline construction, damage prevention, pipeline pigging, welding standards, Right‑of‑way/landowner interactions, pump operation, multiple valve types, tanks, and corrosion.
• Must possess strong troubleshooting, problem‑solving, leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Must be a self‑starter with the ability to work in a team environment or independently as the workload requires.
• Must have a well‑rounded maintenance/operational background.
• Responsible for ensuring compliance with all Federal, State, Local and Company regulations including DOT, EPA, OSHA, etc.
• Ensure Operator Qualifications are current and provide training/qualification guidance as required.
• Able to understand and follow alignment sheets.

• Experience and competency with Microsoft Office.
• Valid Driver’s License.

• Bachelors or Associates degree in a related discipline.
• Familiar with SAP maintenance and accounting applications.

• Usually, normal office working conditions.
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time due to prolonged periods of sitting or standing.
• Occasional overnight travel may be required.
• Position is based in industrial/manufacturing settings which may include exposure to various materials and chemicals, extreme temperature conditions, and loud machinery, and requires appropriate personal protective equipment.