Gas Operations Superintendent

We are seeking a dynamic individual to lead/manage our growing gas operations in the Ortoire Block. Reporting to the Senior Facility & Gas Operations Engineer. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the safe and reliable operation of the Company’s gas facilities as well as the supervision of a team of Ortoire Operations Team. 

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead a team of plant supervisors/operators, engineers and manage operational activities at gas processing facilities
• Coordinate shut-downs, start-ups and troubleshooting activities with operations personnel 
• Oversee and approve contracts and providers for facility services
• Manage facility vendors/contractors to ensure contract requirements are met and they are complying with contractual obligations
• Monitor and evaluate production data to ensure accuracy and ensure same meets purchaser contractual specifications 
• Oversee facilities to ensure that maintenance and operation practices are applied across the operation
• Ensure reports are submitted such as blow down reports, spill reports, flare reports and other operational data 
• Take active role in process improvement measures and related activities
• Utilize management skills to implement action plans for achieving objectives and oversight of daily operations
• Participate in the development of standard operating procedures and risk assessments and ensure full compliance to procedures  
• Participate in the Plant Process Safety Management (PSM) program
• Ensure all activities fully comply with the Safety Management System
• Select, coach, and develop facility operations personnel
• Work with the Head office in setting production targets and helping operations staff achieve and set goals 
• Review and evaluate facility personnel performance and prepare annual reviews

• KEY SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:
• Twelve + years of oilfield gas operations experience
• MSC. In Engineering & Maintenance 
• BSC in Petroleum Engineering or equivalent field 
• Experience in Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) is a must
• Ability to estimate and schedule project/operational budgets
• Construction knowledge of onshore gas processing facilities an asset
• Ability to work with asset management software scheduling maintenance and turnaround activities
• Great working knowledge of gas separation 
• Understanding of gas sale agreements and gas metering 
• Great working knowledge of rotating equipment (generators, compressors, etc.)
• Ability to read, use and understand PFD’s, P&ID’s and Plot Plans
• Ability to help troubleshoot process problems as they occur
• Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) understanding/training is an asset
• Knowledge of Trinidad environmental and regulatory policies
• Previous experience working with Certified Verification Agencies is an asset
• Operational experience in gas transmission and distribution pipelines
• Manage and report operational expenditures
• Mechanically and electrically inclined
• Strong pre-commissioning and commissioning experience
• Self-Starter with the ability to make decisions & Team Player 
• Good written and verbal communications skills
• Hands on Instrumentation knowledge is an asset
• Experience in managing diverse teams 

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