Operations Director - Tucson, AZ

Job ID #: 29471 Location: AZ-TUCSON

Functional Area: Management Position Type: Full Time

Experience Required: More than 10 years Relocation Provided: May be Considered

Education Required: Bachelors Degree

RC/Department: 5809 -GPL-W-DIVISION 1 DIRECTOR :KMPL

Position Description

Position will be located in Tucson, AZ, relocation may be considered.

The Director of Operations for Division 1 is responsible for the overall performance including but not limited to the safety performance, gas pipeline facilities operations and maintenance, regulatory compliance, budget preparation and stewardship, human resource management, training compliance, emergency response, technical and engineering project oversight, stewardship of the division damage prevention program, and federal/state/public liaison.

Essential duties and responsibilities:

+ Coordinate and manage the performance of direct reports, including Operations Managers, Technical Services Manager, and administration support personnel to operate and maintain the pipelines and all associated facilities in a safe, compliant, efficient and reliable manner.

+ Develop annual division goals that align with corporate, business unit and regional goals and objectives.

+ Routinely monitor all key areas of performance and develop plans to ensure company, business unit, region and division goals and objectives are accomplished.

+ Oversee coordination of field operation and maintenance activities with Gas Control, Engineering, Business Development, EH&S and Finance Departments.

+ Promote and steward division operations & maintenance budgets and financial forecasting. Oversee and administer approved budgets.

+ Direct division's performance to meet or exceed all safety, budgetary, and regulatory compliance requirements and ensure alignment with corporate goals, including KM's Operations Management System.

+ Coordinate, prepare or maintain various reports, records, and other documents concerning maintenance and operations issues, financial management, safety & regulatory compliance, and employee administrative issues.

+ Develop and actively steward manager/employee development to meet changing staffing needs for all areas.

+ Provide frequent communication to employees via email, conference calls, presentations, in group and one-on-one meetings to disseminate meaningful information, communicate goals, promote positive performance and develop a strong company culture.

+ Actively promote all Corporate and HR initiatives and ensure compliance in all recruiting, promotional opportunities and in the disciplinary process.

+ Maintain a current working knowledge of regulatory and company operating requirements and coordinate activities with regulatory agencies, other company departments, customers, the public and Senior Management.

+ Ensure all division employees are familiar with manuals, policies/procedures and technical standards.

+ Act as Incident Commander and Qualified Individual for an emergency response and as leader of the division Emergency Response Team as needed based on the level of an incident/accident.

+ Coordinate emergency response activities in conjunction with the Crisis Management Team. Activate and coordinate the Crisis Support Team if necessary. May act as the KM spokesperson to the media in the event of an emergency with media coverage.

+ Ensure the proper management of an environmental impact in the event of a hazardous product release.

+ Maintain an appropriate amount of visibility throughout the Division through periodic site visits.

+ Regular and predictable attendance.

+ Other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

Education:

+ Bachelor of Science or equivalent experience required. Engineering degree preferred.

+ A minimum of 10 years of thorough working experience/knowledge in pipelines, compressor stations, SCADA control systems, basic hydraulics and flow control systems, regulatory compliance standards, contract administration, damage prevention, and emergency response.

Certifications, licenses, registrations:

+ A satisfactory driving record as determined by the Company and a current, valid driver's license are required.

Competencies, skills, and abilities:

+ Must demonstrate effective leadership capabilities.

+ Must demonstrate initiative and self-motivation.

+ Must demonstrate the ability to work collaboratively with other departments, engage with peers in problem solving and develop strong teamwork within work groups.

+ Must be able to accept direction and supervision and work effectively and cooperatively with all personnel.

+ Ability to lead and manage people in maintaining, changing and/or improving performance in the areas of safety, operational excellence, and risk reduction.

+ Ability to solve problems and make effective decisions.

+ Ability to effectively communicate using both oral and written forms of communication to internal and external parties.

+ Effective reading skills.

+ Above average computer skills including but not limited to Microsoft Office programs.

+ Ability to work well with others, take direction from supervisor(s), focus attention on details, and follow work rules.

Working conditions:

+ The regular work environment is typically in an office. However, work will require the director to be outside at facilities and exposed to extreme heat, cold and inclement weather. Actual travel will vary significantly with ongoing work requirements, however an average of approximately 25% is expected.

+ Work inside and outside and travel to facilities in Arizona, New Mexico, East Texas, and Southern California. Additional travel to the headquarters office in Houston and other meeting locations as required.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.