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Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in overseeing plant operations, ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations, and optimizing production efficiency. Proficient in coordinating maintenance activities and leading operational teams to achieve performance targets.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Plant Operations ManagementSafety ComplianceOperational Efficiency MonitoringTeam Supervision and DevelopmentProcess Improvement
ATS Keywords
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Hard Skills
Plant OperationsProcess SystemsSafety RegulationsOperational WorkflowsData InterpretationSCADAPerformance Metrics TrackingPreventative MaintenanceIncident InvestigationPipeline Operations
Soft Skills
Problem-SolvingEffective CommunicationOrganizational Skills
Tools & Technologies
Operational Reporting ToolsBasic Computer Systems
Certifications & Qualifications
Process Technology CertificationHAZWOPERFirst Aid/CPR
Industry Keywords
Oil & Gas IndustryEnergy IndustryEnvironmental ComplianceHealth and Safety RegulationsDOT-Covered Functions
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Oversee day-to-day plant operations, including system performance, equipment functionality, and production activities
- Ensure safe and efficient operation of pipelines, processing equipment, compressors, and associated systems
- Coordinate operational activities to meet production, throughput, and reliability targets
- Identify and address operational issues to maintain continuity and minimize downtime
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations and company policies
- Promote a strong safety culture through safe work practices and safety observations
- Participate in incident investigations and ensure corrective actions are implemented
- Ensure documentation and adherence to permit, lockout/tagout, and safety procedures
- Coordinate routine, preventative, and corrective maintenance with maintenance teams
- Monitor equipment performance and support reliability improvements
- Lead workflow prioritization, scheduling, and execution for operations personnel
- Ensure adherence to SOPs, operational guidelines, and compliance requirements
- Monitor uptime, throughput, and operational efficiency indicators
- Partner with field operations, engineering, maintenance, and safety teams
- Communicate operational status, risks, and priorities to stakeholders and leadership
- Coordinate with vendors and contractors
- Ensure accurate tracking and reporting of operational data, performance metrics, and incidents
- Maintain documentation of operational activities, inspections, and compliance requirements
- Support audit, regulatory, and internal performance reporting
- Identify operational data trends to support improvements
- Provide day-to-day supervision, work direction, and task prioritization for operators and field personnel
- Monitor team performance and provide coaching and development
- Contribute input to hiring, performance management, and staffing decisions
- Foster a safety-first, accountable, and performance-driven team environment
- Travel to field locations and operational facilities as required
Requirements
What you’ll need- High school diploma or GED typically required
- 4+ years of relevant experience in plant operations, field operations, or process operations
- Knowledge of plant operations, process systems, and field operations within the oil & gas or energy industry
- Knowledge of safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements applicable to plant operations
- Knowledge of compressors, pumps, pipelines, and control systems
- Knowledge of standard operating procedures, maintenance practices, and operational workflows
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Effective communication skills for coordinating with field teams, leadership, and stakeholders
- Organizational skills to prioritize tasks and manage multiple operational activities
- Ability to interpret operational data and support decision-making
- Proficiency with basic computer systems, SCADA, and operational reporting tools
- Ability to supervise and direct day-to-day plant operations and team activities
- Ability to identify and resolve general operational issues and escalate complex problems appropriately
- Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, field-based environment
- Ability to ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and operational requirements
- Ability to apply established processes while recommending incremental improvements
- Ability to work in DOT-covered functions, including pipeline operations, maintenance, or emergency response
- Ability to remain alert and respond immediately to dangerous or hazardous conditions
- Licenses and Certifications: None required
- Relevant certifications such as Process Technology certification, HAZWOPER, or First Aid/CPR preferred
- Applicable driver's license may be required when assigned a company vehicle
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Technology, Process Technology, or related field preferred
Benefits
Comp & perks- Company vehicle may be assigned based on tasks
- Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities
- Equal opportunity and diversity and inclusion commitment