Operations Shift Supervisor - LQF (1623)

At Freeport LNG Development, L.P., we value the strengths of our employees who each bring their unique skills and experience to our team. As part of the Freeport LNG team, you will be working side by side with top performers in the LNG industry. We believe that when employees are fairly compensated, work in a safe environment and their families are provided with excellent benefits, they have peace of mind.

FLSA Status: Exempt

Location: Freeport, LNG

Job Summary

As a member of the Freeport LNG team, contribute positively to assist in the development of an organization which embraces a commitment to safety and environmental best practice, continuous improvement and teamwork.

This role includes Operations shift leadership of the Liquefaction, Storage and Loading Production Facility under the direction of Operations Superintendent and the Production Manager.

Will act as on-scene Incident Commander during dayshift, nightshifts, weekends and holidays.

Will be required to work a rotating schedule with the flexibility to adapt to schedule changes and cover positions on overtime as required. Complete the day-to-day activities in the field as well as operational changes directed by the Shift Superintendent, Production Manager and Process Engineers.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Trained and active in emergency response as the Incident Commander on his/her shift in an emergency event.

• May be required to report to work during unscheduled times for emergencies or other activities.

• Must be able to attend planned and or scheduled regulatory trainings and/or drills as required to maintain IMT status.

• Must be able to work a rotating 12 hour shift schedule

• Accountable for supervising the day-to-day operations functions associated with the safe, reliable and efficient operation of the LQF and RTM facilities

• Maintain consistency with peers

• Responsible for all production operations activities during the shift

• Supervise operator activities for LNG processing, liquefying, storing and loading operations

• Ensure cumulative risk of all activity is managed on shift

• Coordinate interaction between the various departments of the company

• Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental and health requirements on shift

• Ensure product quality specifications and delivery volume requirements are met in accordance with production nominations

• Train, develop, and mentor operations personnel

• Troubleshoot plant problems

• Ensure ship's declarations of Inspection, regulatory required paperwork, onboard equipment, etc. is in order and ready to load/unload

• Ensure all required logs and daily reports are submitted correctly and on time

• Provide technical advice/support to Maintenance, Production and Engineering as requested

Essential Functions

• Understand and follow the Daily Operations Instructions, Process Operating Guidelines, and Standing Instructions and ensure adherence by all shift personnel

• May be required to serve as backup to Operations Superintendent

• Perform duties as assigned and deemed necessary by Liquefaction Superintendent

• Conduct routine audits of the Permit to Work System, Task Management System and coordinate actions between various functions

• Conduct routine audits as prescribed by procedures and standards

• Participate in Risk Assessments

• Participate in Root Cause Analysis

• Ensure all direct reports have a knowledge of the Operations Management System

• Conduct team Emergency Response Drills and table top exercises

• Conduct routine Safety meetings and updates

• Participate aned help lead routine Safety meetings

• Ability to supervise and multi-task various activities (planning, organizing, oversight)

• Assert and follow all Life Saving Rules

• Be available to work unscheduled overtime as necessary for Terminal Operations.

• Stay current and ensure reports stay current on all training, MOC, and audit requirements

• Supervise and cross train new or less experienced employees

• Ensure training for all team members is up to date

• Conduct performance reviews as per the Performance Management System

• Conduct daily shift meetings

• Serve on the Hurricane ride-out team as needed

• Promote a strong team atmosphere on shift with an emphasis on morale

• Play an active role in the continuous improvement of our business

Minimum Qualification/Work Experience

Minimum Required:

• High School Graduate or GED equivalent with 9+ years' applicable experience working in operations within and LNG, NGL or chemical plant

Preferred:

• Associates Degree in Process technology with 9+ years' applicable experience working in operations within and LNG, NGL or chemical plant

Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Complete the required training and sign offs from the LQF-RTM trainer

• Must be experienced in the use of PC equipment and software including Windows and MS office product

• Must have all NIMS training to be able to step into Shift Superintendent Role

• Ability to supervise multiple tasks (planning, organizing, oversight)

• Strong written/verbal technical communication skills

• Must be proficient in all outside areas of the Liquefaction & Utilities roles (A, B-2,B-1 & C)

• Trouble shooting/analytical skills with the ability to logically work through process problems and upsets

• Strong leadership, training/mentoring and team building skills

• Able to provide clear work instruction to subordinates

• Ability to develop and follow operating procedures

• Strong mechanical background

• Trained in NIMS & Emergency Response

• Ability to work under pressure in a rapidly changing environment

• Strong commitment to HSE with the ability to inspire and lead others

• Strong Planning Skills

• Experience in reading and understanding P&ID & PFD drawings

HSE Roles and Responsibilities

Support the policies, efforts, and programs of Freeport LNG Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) Management System. Actively participate in the HSE Management System Policies. Ensure that HSE concerns are given priority in all activities completed within their area of responsibility. Implement routine inspections to ensure safe operating conditions.

Working Conditions and Physical Expectations

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee can be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, vibration and elevated noise levels.

• May be required to wear respiratory protective equipment.

• Must be able to wear all necessary PPE equipment to perform job functions.

• Not necessarily protected from weather and temperature changes.

• Exposure to moving mechanical parts and electrical circuits.

• Exposure to constant, or intermittent sounds of a pitch level sufficient to cause marked distraction.

• Routinely uses standard office and field communications equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers w/scanner and fax, and radios.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate orally, via radio or email. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing throughout the shift. The employee must frequently lift and/or move items over 50 pounds. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Ability to drive to other Company work locations as required

• Ability to move throughout all areas of the facility

• Stand and/or sit continuously and perform job functions for a full shift.

• Physically able to walk, stand, bend, stoop, kneel, reach, twist, lift, push, pull, climb, balance, crouch, handle and move items weighing up to 50 lbs. without assistance.

• Visual acuity corrected to perform job functions

• May be required to enter confined spaces

• May be required to work at elevated height

Freeport LNG does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, religion or creed, national origin, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), age, marital status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), gender identity/transgender status, sexual orientation, HIV/AIDS status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.