Operations Manager - Hiland Crude

Kinder Morgan • Epping, ND

13d • Onsite

About The Position

The Operations Manager is responsible for the safe, efficient operation, maintenance, and reliability of multiple gathering facilities, mainline pipeline, gathering systems and wells within an assigned geographic area. The role ensures compliance with all safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements. The Operations Manager oversees employee training and development, facility security, budgeting, technical support, and personnel management to achieve operational excellence.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Five years’ supervisory experience within a pipeline, compressor, storage, gas gathering, gas processing, or technical area.
• General knowledge of crude pipeline operations.
• Working knowledge of mechanical equipment.
• Knowledge and understanding of contractual obligations to customers.
• Knowledge and experience in safe handling practices of flammable gases, liquids, and high-pressure systems.
• Valid state operating license with acceptable driving record according to the Company.
• Strong leadership abilities with a proven ability to build and foster a team-oriented environment.
• Experience training and instructing employees.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly present information to employees and external contractors in one-on-one and small group settings.
• Effective decision-making skills, including the ability to make sound, timely judgments in challenging or adverse conditions.
• Solid mathematical skills necessary for budgeting and performing engineering calculations.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to apply practical, common-sense solutions to day-to-day operational issues.
• Collaborative mindset with exceptional team-building and interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in business or technical field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the operation and maintenance of area facilities to ensure their safe and efficient operation, involving the management of multiple personnel in multiple locations within a geographic region.
• Help set the objectives for the preparation of operating and capital budgets to ensure area has necessary materials, supplies, equipment, and personnel.
• Regularly analyze and review to determine requirements for improving operating efficiency.
• Monitor and refine programs, procedures, and equipment to ensure a safe environment exists for employees, customers, and the public.
• Ensure current security measures protect company assets while preserving the safety of the public, customers, and company personnel.
• Coordinate and participate in the design and construction of new facilities and replacement or repair of existing facilities with the various team leaders.
• Identify, report, and correct safety and environmental concerns.
• Follow Company policies, procedures, and all regulatory (federal, state, and local) requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Kinder Morgan provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, family status, status as an individual authorized to work in the U.S., or any other status protected by law.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED