Operations Foreman

Job Summary

This position is with Western Midstream Southern Region as a member of the Delaware Gathering team in the Kermit/Orla, TX area. The incumbent will supervise the daily production activity, including the safe, environmentally sound, and cost-effective management of oil treating, gas gathering facilities, water gathering, and related transportation.

• Minimum of 5 years relevant midstream field operations experience.
• Ability to conduct employee performance coaching/training and to manage complex scheduling.
• Strong organization and planning skills, and flexibility to manage through change.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and problem‑solving abilities.
• Basic computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.

• Ensure the safety of work practices, procedures and protection of the environment, including compliance with all applicable company, state, and federal safety and environmental regulations.
• Work closely with the Sr. Foremen and Superintendent on all aspects of Operations.
• Coordinate field activities from daily work to project work, under the direction of the supervisor.
• Manage midstream operations and general maintenance of gas gathering facilities, central transfer facilities, and central processing facilities.
• Optimize transportation and facility throughput, minimize downtime, and avoid environmental and safety risks.
• Direct daily operations tasks of company and contract personnel, and coordinate activities with other work performed in the field such as small construction crews and maintenance crews.
• Mentor midstream operators (Western Midstream and contract) in facility operations, including troubleshooting.
• Liaise between field personnel and other functional support groups (SWD, Oil handling, and midstream) providing operational input to projects.
• Assist with budget preparation and control costs within budget limits.
• Prepare bid documents and maintain costs for all phases of midstream operations such as facility operations, pipeline operations and construction projects.
• Use company databases and programs such as Cyg Net, SAP, Intelex, etc.
• Provide support for other supervisory personnel, including vacation relief.

• Minimum of HS Diploma or GED required.
• Associate’s Degree, Trade School or applicable professional certifications preferred.

• Valid driver’s license with no restrictions that would prohibit driving a company vehicle.

• Travel required:
  
  0–10%

• Eligible for a 5/2 40‑hour/week, 7/7, or 14/14 12‑hour shift schedule.
• WES reserves the right to change employees’ schedule if required by business.
• Candidate must live within 75 miles of Kermit or Orla, TX.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Management and Manufacturing

Oil and Gas