Pipeline Foreman

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The Pipeline Foreman, is responsible for supervising routine activities based on maintenance plans, monitoring digging and boring in and around lines, managing line crossing inspections, ensuring the integrity, safety, and reliability of the pipeline system. The role evaluates equipment changes provided to the master data team to keep records accurate, directs periodic visual inspections of lines to identify and address any anomalies or potential maintenance needs, and ensures lines operate in compliance with state and federal laws. The role directs completion of corrective tasks based on work orders and leads monitoring of real-time surveillance of pipeline systems. The role guides and mentors the pipeline operations team, actively contributing to employee selection, performance management, compensation management, career development, and overseeing pipeline maintenance processes.

* Supervises routine activities based on maintenance plans, monitors digging and boring in and around lines, manages line crossing inspections, ensuring the integrity, safety, and reliability of the pipeline system.
* Evaluates equipment changes provided to the master data team to keep records accurate and keep pipeline map data current with GIS, ensuring accuracy in mapping systems.
* Directs periodic visual inspections of lines to identify and address any anomalies or potential maintenance needs. Monitors the pigging schedule, overseeing and coordinating pigging activities for pipeline integrity.
* Ensures lines operate in compliance with state and federal laws, all regulatory permits or Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, maintaining adherence to industry standards.
* Directs corrective tasks based on work orders, including overseeing vendor performance and ensuring timely completion and adherence to established standards and safety protocols.
* Leads monitoring of real-time surveillance of pipeline systems including pressures, volumes, and overall system balances on a regular basis to ensure optimal pipeline performance and identify potential issues.
* Leads and supervises a team to ensure safety, cost-effectiveness, and compliance with regulations, overseeing day-to-day pipeline operations and personnel development.
* Guides and mentors the pipeline operations team, actively contributing to employee selection, performance management, compensation management, career development, and overseeing pipeline maintenance processes.

Education:
* High School Diploma/General Education Diploma (GED)/Higher Secondary education is required. Associate's Degree in Engineering or any other related discipline is preferred.

Experience:
* 6+ years of relevant experience with 1-3 years of supervisory experience, preferably in E&P Operations specializing in areas such as Pipeline Inspections, Operations, and Maintenance or a related field. Industry experience is preferred.

Certifications:
* Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Certifications (preferred)
* API 1169 Pipeline Inspector Certification (preferred)

Competencies:
* Stakeholder Relationships
* Prioritization
* Innovation
* Team Management
* Strategic Thinking

Skills:
* Pipeline Maintenance
* Regulatory Compliance
* Equipment Maintenance and Repairs
* Issue Tracking and Resolution

Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.

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