Director, PSR Operations - Colton, CA - Kinder Morgan

Primary purpose:

• The Director of Operations is responsible for the overall performance of the Pacific Southern Region, including safety performance, pipeline and facilities operations and maintenance, regulatory compliance, budget preparation and stewardship, personnel matters, union contract administration, training compliance, technical and engineering project oversight, and federal/state/public liaison.  The Director acts as Incident Commander in the event of an emergency.

   

  Essential duties and responsibilities:

• Coordinates and manages the performance of direct reports, including Operations Managers, Pipeline Maintenance Managers, Corrosion Engineers, Project Specialists, and support personnel, to safely and efficiently operate and maintain the pipelines and all associated facilities.

• Maintains an up-to-date working knowledge of regulatory and company operating requirements and coordinates activities with regulatory agencies, other company departments, customers, the public, and Senior Management.

• Acts as Incident Commander and Qualified Individual for any emergency responses and as regional Emergency Response Team leader.  Coordinates emergency response activities in conjunction with the Crisis Management Team.  Activates and coordinates the Crisis Support Team if necessary.  May act as the KM spokesperson to the media in the event of an emergency with media coverage.

• Directs region’s performance to meet or exceed all safety, budgetary, and regulatory compliance requirements and ensures alignment with corporate goals, including KM’s Operational Excellence initiative.

• Servers as Steering Committee leader of the regional Operations Review Committee; ensures alignment with corporate objectives.

• Oversees field operation and maintenance coordination with Products Movement, Engineering, Business Development, EH&S and Finance Departments.

• Ensures overall environmental compliance for the region.  Has authority to obtain all resources necessary to minimize environmental impact during a hazardous product release.

• Ensures consistent application of the Union working agreement for represented facilities, including performance management, discipline, grievances, and work practices.

• Develops and stewards manager/employee development to meet changing staffing needs for all areas.

• Coordinates prepares or maintains various reports, records, diagrams, and other documents concerning maintenance and operations, expense management, safety and regulatory compliance, and employee administrative issues.

• Ensures all regional employees are familiar with manuals, policies/procedures, and technical standards.

• Promotes and stewards regional operations & maintenance budgets.  Oversees and administers approved budgets.

• Actively promotes all corporate and HR initiatives and ensures compliance with all recruiting and promotional opportunities and the discipline process.  
• Consistently maintain and demonstrate a high regard for personal safety and the safety of company assets, employees, and the general public.

Minimumrequirements:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Engineering, or related discipline, or equivalent professional experience.

   

Experience / Specific Knowledge:

• A minimum of 10 years of thorough working experience/knowledge in pipeline and liquid/chemical terminal operations, including storage tank operations, harbor facilities, loading rack operation, pump and motor operation, SCADA control systems, basic hydraulics, and flow control systems, regulatory compliance standards, union contract administration, and emergency response/ incident command.

  Knowledge of:

• Management and supervisory principles and practices.

• Refined petroleum pipeline facilities - operation, equipment requirements and products movement.

• General engineering practices, including drafting, piping, valves, hydraulics, etc.

• Practices, principles, procedures, regulations, and techniques as they relate to all functional areas.

   

  Certification, licenses, and registrations:

• A satisfactory driving record determined by the Company and a valid State driver’s license is required.

• Suppose the employee is subject to license or certification requirements or training as stipulated by local, state, or federal agencies or the Company, now or in the future. In that case, compliance is required under this job description.

   

  Competencies, skills, and abilities:

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

• Proficiency with computer applications, including Microsoft Excel, Word, Project, and Outlook.

• Well-balanced interpersonal skills and strong verbal and written communication skills are required.

• Must be accountable and take direction from Managers; keep required work schedules, which include regular and predictable job attendance; focus attention on details; follow work rules.

• Ability to solve problems and make effective decisions.

• Organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks are essential.

• Must demonstrate initiative and self-motivation.

• Must be flexible and able to work effectively in a team environment and consistently maintain a professional and respectful demeanor/attitude with co-workers, clients, vendors, and regulatory agencies.

  Planning and Organizing: Establish a course of action for self and/or others to accomplish specific goals; plan and prioritize proper personnel assignments and/or appropriate resource allocation.

  Leadership: Utilize appropriate interpersonal styles and methods in guiding individuals/departments (subordinates, peers, superiors) or groups toward task accomplishment. Consistently adhere to Kinder Morgan’s policies and procedures and be a positive example for others by demonstrating the Company’s core values of honesty, integrity, and respect for people.

  Analysis:  Identify problems and/or cause-effect relationships; identify key issues; secure relevant information from all appropriate sources; identify possible root causes of problems and develop and implement corrective actions to resolve problems.

  Sound Judgment:  Make decisions and/or take action based on logical assumptions derived from factual information gathered; seek information from established policies and procedures and/or knowledge experts; seek input from others.

  Initiative: Actively attempts to influence events to achieve goals; does not wait to be told but is a self-starter who takes action to achieve goals beyond what is required. Must be flexible, work effectively in a team environment, and consistently maintain a professional and respectful demeanor/attitude with co-workers, clients, and vendors.

  Effective and Professional Communication:  Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of management, employees, customers, vendors, and outside regulatory agencies at the local, state, and federal levels; clearly and effectively communicate both orally and in writing.

  Maximizes Performance: A key requirement is establishing performance goals for staff, coaching performance, providing training and evaluating performance, and taking disciplinary action when necessary.

  Teamwork/Cooperation: Works effectively with team/work group, as well as with other departments and/or outside contractors/agencies, to accomplish organizational goals; takes action that respects the needs and contributions of others; takes responsibility for actively participating and contributing to team efforts; supports a team consensus or decision; acts as team facilitator when appropriate; promotes team concepts.

  Integrity: Maintaining and promoting social, ethical, and organizational values when conducting internal and external activities.

   

  Physical demands:

• The employee must be physically capable of completing and satisfying all training requirements stipulated by local, state, or federal agencies and/or Company Policy.

• The position may require prolonged periods of sitting to accomplish administrative duties (reading/reviewing documents, writing, typing, and/or operating a computer, using the telephone, etc.).

• Exposure to smells and fumes associated with refined petroleum products.

• Work will often require the Director to be outside at facilities and exposed to extreme heat, cold, and inclement weather. 

   

  Working Conditions:

• Most of the work will be conducted in an office environment, where extended periods of sitting may be required for administrative activities. 10%- 25% of work time may involve computer work.

• Extensive travel, approximately 35% - 50%, will be required to facilities/offices within California, Nevada, Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas, including day trips and overnight stays for several days. Additional travel to headquarters offices in Houston is required. Must be willing and able to travel as needed.

• Must be able to be on call and report as needed and be able to work extended hours as required in emergencies, equipment or service interruptions, and/or other related circumstances

   

  Supervisory responsibility:

• Yes

   

  Preferred education, experience, certifications, competencies, skills, and abilities:

  Abovethe minimum requirement; not required but advantageous in this position:

• Masters in Business Administration desired.

Compensation:

The pay range is $157,000 to $236,000 annually. This position includes a discretionary annual incentive plan. The job level and pay are commensurate with experience and skill set.

Kinder Morgan, Inc. offers employees a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits provided for this position may include the following:  health care benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage; Flexible and Health Spending Accounts; Life and Accidental Death and Disability insurance; Supplemental Life and Accidental Death and Disability insurance for employee and dependents; retirement benefits including a 401(k) with employer and employee contributions and a company-funded pension plan; paid time off; paid parental bonding leave; paid holidays; a flexible work schedule and many voluntary benefit plans.

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.

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.