Operations Specialist

TC Energy•Columbus, OH

About The Position

Determined, imaginative, curious—if these are some of the ways you describe yourself, we want to learn more about you! At TC Energy, we are proud to connect the world to the energy it needs. Guided by our values of safety in every step, personal accountability, one team and active learning, we deliver the critical energy that North America and the world rely on while balancing reliability, affordability and sustainability. Operations Specialist US Technologist 4/5 The Opportunity The Operations Specialist, for their respective Area(s), will provide project development, implementation and integration support and serve as the point of contact for project interface and as a technical subject matter expert (SME) in single or multiple technical trades to provide mentorship to Regional Technicians. The Operation Specialist will oversee and/or guide the operations team on process safety activities.

Requirements

Successful completion of an Associate’s Degree, graduation from a 2 or 3 year technical school program (Engineering, Business Management, or equivalent) or equivalent combination of training and experience in lieu of a degree is preferred
Minimum of 8 years of related experience; Energy industry experience, specifically in natural gas transmission/storage operations, is preferred
Ability to travel to work locations to meet project and operational needs.
Approximately 40% travel
Demonstrated ability to influence, engage, and develop a team
Technical operational expertise preferred in one or more of the following areas: corrosion and pipeline; compression and gas conditioning; automation and electrical; storage; pipeline safety and mapping; measurement and regulation; operations and maintenance; construction management; permitting/compliance regulations; project management and design
Possess thorough knowledge and understanding of TC Energy Operating Procedures (TOPS), Policies, and Standards
Demonstrated effective written & verbal communication skills and ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization; and knowing when and how to use appropriate platforms
Proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, MS Teams, etc.)
Must be a leader and Champion safety and have the ability to manage work in a safe and environmentally responsible manner
Must have a proven safe driving record and provide documentation of past traffic violations upon request, as well as possess and maintain a valid driver's license
Highly motivated with interpersonal skills to effectively work in a collaborative team environment that includes shared responsibilities, establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with others, support team and company objectives
Requires an aptitude for attention to detail, accuracy, precision and logic
Demonstrated ability to influence and motivate TC employees within and outside of the business unit, creating and sustaining critical partnerships
Demonstrated ability to initiate change and help others adapt to a changing environment
Demonstrated ability to manage varied tasks, adapt to changing tasks and identify appropriate prioritization for timely execution
Utilize computers and e-mail for internal and external communication, record keeping, on-line reporting, material and supply ordering, and filing of various forms
Ability to work independently and on teams
Ability to apply business principles to identify, justify and implement solutions
Ability to make sound business decisions based on risk / cost / benefits assessment, and economic and commercial drivers
Demonstrated ability to create and/or sustain a culture of inclusiveness and diversity of thought
Proven and recognized results.
Be available for extended work hours or workdays as required based on operational and business requirements
Travel to other company locations for temporary assignments, meetings or training which would involve some overnight stays away from home
All applicants must have legal authorization to work in the country where the position is based, without restrictions.
Background screening is required for all positions, which may include criminal and/or credit checks.

Responsibilities

Team/People Leadership
Primary contact for the Area Manager (or multiple managers) and the location team without the formal supervisory authority customary to employee leadership positions with respect to Project design engagement, construction execution, and integration activities (turnover, commissioning and integration) and process safety
May be asked to step-up and fill in for the Regional Manager, in whole or in part, during their absence
Lead/participate in community of practice for Operations Project Specialists
General Leadership
Communicate, implement and advocate corporate messages and programs in the spirit of the organizational vision and values. Exemplifies the TC Energy values: Safety, Integrity, Innovation, Responsibility and Collaboration
Helps drive transitional initiatives and is known as a change leader, working closely with Leaders, co-workers, stakeholders, TOS and safety specialists, contractors and vendors (internally & externally)
Demonstrates advanced communication skills: Facilitates flow of information
Demonstrates competencies in Leadership (people or process), Business, and HSE areas
Asset Management
Works with operations, engineering, TOS, contract and safety personnel on aspects of equipment integrity including determination of asset criticality and optimization of preventative maintenance tasks and activities
Provide area wide oversight of specific types of preventative and corrective maintenance work as directed by the Area or Regional Manager
Supports the Region with the proper execution of work, and outreach across Regions as needed
Reviews TOP changes with technicians as needed
Collaborates with TOS to ensure Maintenance Plans are in place for all in-service equipment
Has practical knowledge of compressor station equipment, pipeline facilities, metering and regulating equipment, communication systems and or other facilities appurtenant to the pipeline system; and/or routine and major maintenance on gas turbines packages, gas compressor units and associated auxiliary equipment
Additional knowledge of mechanical, measurement, or control equipment such as meters regulators and valves, power electricity (including hazardous area equipment), process controls, programmable logic controllers (PLC), electric generation equipment, microwave multiplex equipment, etc.
Provides advanced support in ensuring compliance.
Budgeting & Goals
Provides suggestions for financial budgeting and forecasting activities.
Work Management
Contributes across the operating Area(s) – responsible for multiple locations within an Area and/or would coach, mentor, and train technicians from multiple locations within an Area or within the Region
Perform OQ Evaluator and Technical Task evaluator roles;
May be considered subject matter experts for TOPs, competency statement development, OQ evaluating and training
Assists in the short-range & long-range planning & scheduling of field activities within the Region
May be included in Area work plans (Tool in Hand Time) to provide mentoring and training to field technicians
Excluded from Area on-call rotation
Project Support
Supports project activities in alignment with the Work Management Governance Document as well as the applicable Project Playbook and associated Project Playbook RACI during the Prospecting, Proposal, and Implementation phases of a project
Act as Operations Representative for identified GPMC and Major projects within a Region
Assist Project Managers, Engineers and Construction Managers with projects and related issues as required; Examples of project workload include, but are not limited to: assistance with scope development, consolidating field operational feedback for design reviews, conducting walk throughs, participating in pre job meetings, capturing of pictures and measurements to assist with design, reviewing and providing station drawings to PM and Engineers
Leads/participates in the PSSR execution and commissioning processes at the completion of projects
Manage project punch list of remaining items turned over to operations in order to create MOC/E3 for completion of activities by USGO, in alignment with the Project Delivery Standard
Engaged in monthly corrosion meetings
Support EIGHT Advisors and Isolation Coordinators by participating in energy isolation and gas handling plan development and execution
May be asked to serve as Project Manager on Break & Fix (Capital & Expense) projects on like for like replacements/repairs
Issue Management
Typically, the first point of contact for the escalation of work / project issues or location conflicts prior to escalation to the Regional Manager
Uses analytical and leadership skills to solve problems and manage conflict
Compliance, Safety & Emergency Response
Promote a culture of continuous improvement and promote safety as the highest priority
Actively develops and implements new process safety management/risk management process programs and procedures for the business unit that meet federal, state, local, and provincial regulations
Leads and continually drives effectiveness of established Management of Change and Pre-Startup Safety Review processes and assists in development of new and improved processes
Effectively communicates and conducts process safety management training, as needed
Consistently maintain and demonstrate a high regard for personal and process safety, for the protection of company assets, employees, and the general public.
Provides regulatory interpretation and technical support and advice, as required, on process safety matters to facility management
Supports and participates in facility process safety management/risk management plan audits
Participate in investigations and root cause analysis, as applicable, when process failures or accidents occur
Analyzes process safety incidents as well as process safety audits for improvement opportunities
Other
Performs additional duties and tasks as assigned