Business Operations Manager (LNG) - Houston, TX

Certarus Ltd.•Houston, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Business Operations Manager – LNG is the operational leader responsible for building and launching Certarus’ LNG business. The role establishes the safety, operating, and training standards needed for successful execution and contributes to shaping and delivering the company’s growth plan. It is suited to a safety-driven leader with hands-on experience in LNG operations or mobile deployment of cryogenic liquids who can develop the people and processes needed to scale the business. The position is based in Certarus’ Houston, Texas office and reports to the VP of Engineering. Travel to field and facility locations may be required up to 30% of the time.

Requirements

10+ years of experience in LNG operations, cryogenic liquid handling, or mobile/virtual pipeline energy distribution.
Direct experience deploying LNG and/or cryogenic liquids.
Strong working knowledge and practical application of NFPA 59A, DOT, PHMSA, OSHA, and other codes and standards applicable to LNG facilities, mobile/temporary LNG installations, and field operations.
Demonstrated experience developing and implementing safety and operating procedures in an industrial or energy environment.
Proven track record designing and delivering hands-on operations training programs.
Demonstrated leadership skills, including experience managing multi-site or distributed field teams.
Excellent communication skills and ability to establish long-lasting relationships with internal and external customers.
Self-starter with relentless habits in line with Certarus core values.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering or a related field; equivalent experience is considered.

Responsibilities

Promote a proactive and positive safety culture within Certarus and among its suppliers.
Oversee day-to-day LNG operations, including transportation, storage, and field deployment.
Mentor and develop operations supervisors, field technicians, and drivers.
Develop, implement, and continuously improve safety and operating procedures across LNG solutions and operations.
Design and lead training programs that build operator and field-team competency in the safe handling, transport, and delivery of LNG.
Coordinate with HSE, Engineering, and Operations teams to ensure compliance with DOT, PHMSA, OSHA, and other regulations governing LNG handling.
Coordinate with Business Development, Engineering, and HSE to support safe and successful execution of customer LNG projects.
Lead investigations of incidents, near misses, and non-conformances, and drive corrective actions and lessons learned across the business.
Provide Executive management with clear reporting on safety performance, training completion, and operational KPIs.
Travel to field and facility locations up to 30% of the time.