Field Operator, Process

Venture Global LNG•Point Celeste, LA

9h•Onsite

About The Position

Venture Global LNG (“Venture Global”) is a long-term, low-cost provider of American-produced liquefied natural gas. The company’s two Louisiana-based export projects service the global demand for North American natural gas and support the long-term development of clean and reliable North American energy supplies. Using reliable, proven technology in an innovative plant design configuration, Venture Global’s modular, mid-scale plant design will replace traditional designs as it allows for the same efficiency and operational reliability at significantly lower capital cost. We are seeking qualified applicants for the position of Field Operator, Process. Location: Plaquemines Parish/Belle Chasse Area - Point of Reference: 19000 LA-23, Pointe Celeste 70083 General Description: The Field Operator, Process reports to the Shift Supervisor taking direction from the DCS Operator, Process and is the focal point, on a shift basis, for the execution of field operational activities including those related specifically to the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of all associated equipment of the LNG facility. The Field Operator, Process is responsible for working with all facility operations personnel, Supervisors, Managers and Directors within the Operations & Maintenance departments to manage and optimize the LNG liquefaction facility. Field Operators over the process areas will meet all field equipment qualification requirements and possess a thorough understanding of LNG plant equipment operating procedures. This will include maintenance protocols, safe handling & Permit-to-Work (PTW) practices, governmental compliance & regulatory requirements, related technical & safety standards and reporting conditions. Must train and qualify on the physical properties of LNG and be perceptive to recognize equipment and process changes in the field.

Requirements

Education and Certifications: Associates Degree, or equivalent technical education and training (e.g., Military training). High school diploma or General Education Development (GED) is required.
Experience: Three (3) years’ experience operations in energy industry. Experience in operations commissioning, startup & operations in oil & gas, petrochemical facilities experience desired.
Must maintain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card in good standing status
Thorough knowledge and understanding of process plant operations, systems, and equipment.
Applied knowledge of process operations & principles to daily decision making and work tasks.
An acute sensitivity to safety issues in a hazardous environment.
Exceptional written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to communicate effectively at all levels of an organization and with individuals and groups from different disciplines.
Able to work with a culturally diverse group of technical individuals whose skills cover the range required to operate and maintain the liquefaction production facilities.
Possess the ability to relate to and to establish a mutually respectful relationship with management, peers and the various facility level workers who are all responsible for ensuring operational excellence.
Organized, planning skills, able to manage multiple activities and programs in timely fashion and with a high degree of accuracy, able to meet work deadlines.
Exceptional problem solving and analytical skills.
Computer knowledge including Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, Access, Project and PowerPoint.
Utility operations, including air, water, sanitation and nitrogen.
Ship unloading systems operations.
Emergency shutdown (ESD) systems.
Fire and gas detection and suppression systems.
Basic machinery diagnostics.
Basic office applications and time-reporting procedures.
Basic Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) applications.
Distributed Control System (DSC) operations.
Process controls, complex loops and cause and effect.
LNG in-tank and ex-tank pump operations.
LNG plant operations, principles and theories.
Cryogenic Process Operations.
Boil off gas (BOG) and vapor return blower operations.
Storage tank operations.
Operation of Major Compressors, Turbines and Anti-surge Systems
Operation of Acid Gas Removal and Dehydration systems

Nice To Haves

Experience in operations commissioning, startup & operations in oil & gas, petrochemical facilities experience desired.

Responsibilities

Operates field process equipment in compliance with all company environmental and safety policies, understanding operating and permit limits to ensure regulatory compliance while maintaining maximum reliability and efficiency. Reports safety and environmental concerns, problems, and incidents to appropriate shift team members.
Manipulates and actively monitors operating conditions and parameters of field equipment including pumps, compressors and other PLC operated stand-alone packages to ensure they are within their operating envelope, integrity limits and product specifications according to established procedures.
Understands the status of field equipment safety systems and field safety devices and ensures that they are in place and operable or approved alternate safeguards are available for continued safe operating and effective emergency response. Will be responsible for first line incident control and ensures all relevant safety and environmental documentation is adequately completed.
Troubleshoots and identifies abnormal process deviation in relation to physical changes or anomalies with field equipment, process parameters or potential safety concerns and ensures they are timely communicated to the DCS Operator and Shift Supervisor. Able to react to process upset conditions and emergencies according to procedure.
Provide technical support to others as needed towards problem solving activities during the shift and ensure safety and reliability issues are identified and properly communicated to the appropriate stakeholders.
Assist with the pre-commissioning, commissioning, startup and initial operation of the pretreatment, liquefaction, storage & loading. This will include being a vital member of the integrated commissioning / start-up team(s) with the EPC contractor. Work directly and harmoniously with various local and foreign experts including taking direction and technical advice during different phases of the operation and being able to share that knowledge with the wider team.
Conducts all process related field operations & activities on-shift in coordination with or direction from the DCS Operator-Process. This includes the execution of normal and critical operations including equipment or facility start-up, shutdown (normal & emergency), daily maintenance preparatory activities and turnaround related activities.
Understands and supports implementation of the equipment clearance PTW/LOTO procedure, as well as Job Safety Analysis/Work Authorization/Confined Space/Hot Work Permits. Ensures that required area safety checks are conducted, personnel executing work in the process areas are familiar with the site emergency response protocols and all safety requirements are in place prior to execution of maintenance activities.
Participate in exercises with various Company stakeholders related to improving safety, reliability, efficiency, and optimization across the Facility and Organization.
Completes comprehensive and accurate handover shift logs, operator rounds for equipment inspections and readings, and interprets meter and gauge readings of various pieces of equipment / systems to ensure proper operations.
Keeps skills & knowledge current qualification & requalification and completes required refresher training to maintain and elevate the level of process understanding.
Participate in the training program. A key aspect of this program will be to act as a mentor by providing the trainee with meaningful job assignments, on the job training, and progress monitoring.
Participates in Operating Procedure & Manual development process.
Participate in the development of Operations Training Program. Once completed, a key aspect of this program will be to act as a mentor by providing the plant operators with meaningful job assignments, on the job training, and progress monitoring.