Director Operations, South Region

UGI Corporation•Denver, PA

About The Position

The Director Operations, South Region is responsible for managing regional gas operations in a fiscally efficient and effective manner while maintaining a safe, reliable gas distribution system. The role oversees customer service, operations and maintenance, meter reading, operations support services, meter and regulating activities, and limited construction activities. The Director fosters growth while improving UGI’s corporate image, customer satisfaction, and community service.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required.
Minimum of 10 years of gas operations experience.
Comprehensive knowledge of UGI’s Operating Procedures.
Comprehensive knowledge of CFR 49 Section 192.
Comprehensive knowledge of PUC regulations (various chapters).
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
Strong organization and planning skills.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrable computer skills and/or aptitude.
Basic business and accounting/finance experience or education.

Nice To Haves

Engineering degree; advanced degree preferred.
Professional Engineer license preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage daily gas operations within the South region.
Establish, manage, and monitor gas operations expense and maintenance capital budgets to ensure effective use of funds.
Develop short- and long-term utility operations goals to ensure regulatory compliance, improve system integrity, foster growth, and use resources effectively and efficiently across UGI.
Oversee development of metrics to track internal operational performance, compare performance with industry peers, and drive peak operational performance.
Lead utility-wide standardization efforts to improve operational efficiencies and long-term system integrity.
Identify and develop leadership, management, and operations talent.
Oversee customer service, operations and maintenance, meter reading, operations support services, meter and regulating activities, and limited construction activities.