Operations Specialist

Determined, imaginative, curious-if these are some of the ways you describe yourself, we want to learn more about you!

At TC Energy, we are proud to connect the world to the energy it needs. Guided by our values of safety in every step, personal accountability, one team and active learning, we deliver the critical energy that North America and the world rely on while balancing reliability, affordability and sustainability.

Operations Specialist

US Technologist 4/5

The Opportunity

The Operations Specialist, for their respective Area(s), will provide project development, implementation and integration support and serve as the point of contact for project interface and as a technical subject matter expert (SME) in single or multiple technical trades to provide mentorship to Regional Technicians.

The Operation Specialist will oversee and/or guide the operations team on process safety activities.

What you'll do

Team/People Leadership

* Primary contact for the Area Manager (or multiple managers) and the location team without the formal supervisory authority customary to employee leadership positions with respect to Project design engagement, construction execution, and integration activities (turnover, commissioning and integration) and process safety

* May be asked to step-up and fill in for the Regional Manager, in whole or in part, during their absence

* Lead/participate in community of practice for Operations Project Specialists

General Leadership

* Communicate, implement and advocate corporate messages and programs in the spirit of the organizational vision and values. Exemplifies the TC Energy values: Safety, Integrity, Innovation, Responsibility and Collaboration

* Helps drive transitional initiatives and is known as a change leader, working closely with Leaders, co-workers, stakeholders, TOS and safety specialists, contractors and vendors (internally & externally)

* Demonstrates advanced communication skills: Facilitates flow of information

* Demonstrates competencies in Leadership (people or process), Business, and HSE areas

Asset Management

* Works with operations, engineering, TOS, contract and safety personnel on aspects of equipment integrity including determination of asset criticality and optimization of preventative maintenance tasks and activities

* Provide area wide oversight of specific types of preventative and corrective maintenance work as directed by the Area or Regional Manager

* Supports the Region with the proper execution of work, and outreach across Regions as needed

* Reviews TOP changes with technicians as needed

* Collaborates with TOS to ensure Maintenance Plans are in place for all in-service equipment

* Has practical knowledge of compressor station equipment, pipeline facilities, metering and regulating equipment, communication systems and or other facilities appurtenant to the pipeline system; and/or routine and major maintenance on gas turbines packages, gas compressor units and associated auxiliary equipment

* Additional knowledge of mechanical, measurement, or control equipment such as meters regulators and valves, power electricity (including hazardous area equipment), process controls, programmable logic controllers (PLC), electric generation equipment, microwave multiplex equipment, etc.

* Provides advanced support in ensuring compliance.

Budgeting & Goals

* Provides suggestions for financial budgeting and forecasting activities.

Work Management

* Contributes across the operating Area(s) - responsible for multiple locations within an Area and/or would coach, mentor, and train technicians from multiple locations within an Area or within the Region

* Perform OQ Evaluator and Technical Task evaluator roles;

* May be considered subject matter experts for TOPs, competency statement development, OQ evaluating and training

* Assists in the short-range & long-range planning & scheduling of field activities within the Region

* May be included in Area work plans (Tool in Hand Time) to provide mentoring and training to field technicians

* Excluded from Area on-call rotation

Project Support

* Supports project activities in alignment with the Work Management Governance Document as well as the applicable Project Playbook and associated Project Playbook RACI during the Prospecting, Proposal, and Implementation phases of a project

* Act as Operations Representative for identified GPMC and Major projects within a Region

* Assist Project Managers, Engineers and Construction Managers with projects and related issues as required; Examples of project workload include, but are not limited to: assistance with scope development, consolidating field operational feedback for design reviews, conducting walk throughs, participating in pre job meetings, capturing of pictures and measurements to assist with design, reviewing and providing station drawings to PM and Engineers

* Leads/participates in the PSSR execution and commissioning processes at the completion of projects

* Manage project punch list of remaining items turned over to operations in order to create MOC/E3 for completion of activities by USGO, in alignment with the Project Delivery Standard

* Engaged in monthly corrosion meetings

* Support EIGHT Advisors and Isolation Coordinators by participating in energy isolation and gas handling plan development and execution

* May be asked to serve as Project Manager on Break & Fix (Capital & Expense) projects on like for like replacements/repairs

Issue Management

* Typically, the first point of contact for the escalation of work / project issues or location conflicts prior to escalation to the Regional Manager

* Uses analytical and leadership skills to solve problems and manage conflict

Issue Management

* Typically, the first point of contact for the escalation of work / project issues or location conflicts prior to escalation to the Regional Manager

* Uses analytical and leadership skills to solve problems and manage conflict

Compliance, Safety & Emergency Response

* Promote a culture of continuous improvement and promote safety as the highest priority

* Actively develops and implements new process safety management/risk management process programs and procedures for the business unit that meet federal, state, local, and provincial regulations

* Leads and continually drives effectiveness of established Management of Change and Pre-Startup Safety Review processes and assists in development of new and improved processes

* Effectively communicates and conducts process safety management training, as needed

* Consistently maintain and demonstrate a high regard for personal and process safety, for the protection of company assets, employees, and the general public.

* Provides regulatory interpretation and technical support and advice, as required, on process safety matters to facility management

* Supports and participates in facility process safety management/risk management plan audits

* Participate in investigations and root cause analysis, as applicable, when process failures or accidents occur

* Analyzes process safety incidents as well as process safety audits for improvement opportunities

Other

* Performs additional duties and tasks as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

* Successful completion of an Associate's Degree, graduation from a 2 or 3 year technical school program (Engineering, Business Management, or equivalent) or equivalent combination of training and experience in lieu of a degree is preferred

* Minimum of 8 years of related experience; Energy industry experience, specifically in natural gas transmission/storage operations, is preferred

* Ability to travel to work locations to meet project and operational needs.

* Approximately 40% travel

* Demonstrated ability to influence, engage, and develop a team

* Technical operational expertise preferred in one or more of the following areas: corrosion and pipeline; compression and gas conditioning; automation and electrical; storage; pipeline safety and mapping; measurement and regulation; operations and maintenance; construction management; permitting/compliance regulations; project management and design

* Possess thorough knowledge and understanding of TC Energy Operating Procedures (TOPS), Policies, and Standards

* Demonstrated effective written & verbal communication skills and ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization; and knowing when and how to use appropriate platforms

* Proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, MS Teams, etc.)

* Must be a leader and Champion safety and have the ability to manage work in a safe and environmentally responsible manner

* Must have a proven safe driving record and provide documentation of past traffic violations upon request, as well as possess and maintain a valid driver's license

* Highly motivated with interpersonal skills to effectively work in a collaborative team environment that includes shared responsibilities, establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with others, support team and company objectives

* Requires an aptitude for attention to detail, accuracy, precision and logic

* Demonstrated ability to influence and motivate TC employees within and outside of the business unit, creating and sustaining critical partnerships

* Demonstrated ability to initiate change and help others adapt to a changing environment

* Demonstrated ability to manage varied tasks, adapt to changing tasks and identify appropriate prioritization for timely execution

* Utilize computers and e-mail for internal and external communication, record keeping, on-line reporting, material and supply ordering, and filing of various forms

* Ability to work independently and on teams

* Ability to apply business principles to identify, justify and implement solutions;

* Ability to make sound business decisions based on risk / cost / benefits assessment, and economic and commercial drivers

* Demonstrated ability to create and/or sustain a culture of inclusiveness and diversity of thought

* Proven and recognized results.

This position requires candidates to:

* Be available for extended work hours or workdays as required based on operational and business requirements

* Travel to other company locations for temporary assignments, meetings or training which would involve some overnight stays away from home

* New Hires subject to a pre-employment physical, background check, and drug test

About our business

We are a leader in North American energy infrastructure, spanning Canada, the U.S. and Mexico. Every day, our dedicated team proudly connects the world to the energy it needs-moving over 30 per cent of the cleaner-burning natural gas used across the continent. Complemented by strategic ownership and low-risk investments in power generation, our infrastructure fuels industries and generates affordable, reliable and sustainable power across North America, while enabling LNG exports to global markets.

TC Energy is an equal opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program supervised by the US government. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability. We are also committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process. Applicants requiring accommodations or accessible formats are encouraged to contact us at careers@tcenergy.com for support.

All applicants must have legal authorization to work in the country where the position is based, without restrictions. Background screening is required for all positions, which may include criminal and/or credit checks. Offers may be extended at a different level or job title that best aligns with the successful candidate's qualifications.

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