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POSITION OVERVIEW

The Superintendent, Production reports directly to the Manager, Production. This position will be responsible for overseeing and directing multiple teams in the operation of the LNG liquefaction and Storage/ Loading areas.  The Superintendent, Production will be responsible for developing strategies, work plans, and procedures to carry out the safe operation of the facilities. They will participate in all aspects of operations, including, but not limited to, budgeting, scheduling, planning, purchasing, training, and staffing. Must possess good working knowledge of environmental, Federal, and State regulations; in order to assist the Cheniere environmental, regulatory, and commercial departments as needs arise. They will be required to fill in for the Manager, Production in his absence and perform other duties, which may include conducting training, assisting in regulatory audits, providing technical advice, assisting in the preparation of presentations and technical reports, as well as interpreting data within these reports. The Superintendent, Production will work with the Scheduler to ensure that all daily operational quotas are met, turnaround needs are properly distributed, and that ample workforce is available for future events. 

This is a DOT position. 

KNOWLEDGE

Possess a high level of understanding of LNG transportation, storage, and processing, including safety, environmental, maintenance, operations, governmental regulations, and associated codes and standards. Understand the various applicable federal, state, and local environmental laws, regulations, codes, standards, and permits required to operate an LNG terminal and pipeline facilities. Understand the physical properties of LNG, its processing, and emergency response to any situation, including releases. The Superintendent, Production must be accustomed to plant and industrial surroundings, including process and support equipment, DCS systems, SCADA systems, and Pipeline operations. This position requires excellent troubleshooting skills along with the ability to convey knowledge to the operational teams and staff. Must have a working knowledge of essential tools used for performing the administrative tasks necessary to have continued safe and reliable operations; these include but are not limited to Word, Excel, PI (Trending tool), PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Incident Reporting tools.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Manage, file, and record environmental documents in the corporate document management systems (Documentum) and C-360 (information management system) as needed and as directed.  Manage multiple disciplined teams responsible for safe operation in a 24/7 terminal environment.  Provide an environment conducive to strict adherence to following procedures and policies while promoting the dedication necessary for the success of Cheniere Energy.  Ensure consistency between shifts in all activities and at all levels of the Operations  Department.  Assists with day-to-day operations, including development and management of expense and capital budgets.  Available for weekend and after-hours calls from on-duty personnel pertaining to equipment repairs and outages.  Communicate and interact with all the plant departments, plus consult with external resources to resolve plant problems and improve plant reliability and safety.  Support clean-up efforts involving minor spills and may perform initial responses and notifications to incidents or releases.  Participate in investigations of environmental incidents and root cause analysis of environmental issues.  Communicate and coordinate company activities with federal, state, and local agencies and outside organizations such as the United States Coast Guard, Department of Transportation, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, and local law enforcement.  Maintains oversight of the Operations Logbooks, Ship Loading/Unloading Logbooks, and SCADA Logbooks. Must ensure all Ship paperwork has been retrieved and organized to Operations Standards and that commercial business rules are followed.  Assist Technical services in the development design, and modification of all terminal equipment.  Identify and recommend processes to improve operational efficiencies, eliminate callbacks, reduce LUAF (Lost and unaccounted for), manage overtime, and increase safety performance.  Train, guide, and mentor shift supervisors and Production Operations teams in the development of leadership and administrative skills needed for a disciplined workforce.  Prepare and maintain LNG Operating and Procedure Manuals to the highest standard and ensures that all personnel follow procedures when performing tasks.  Coordinates and prioritizes tasks to ensure shift activities are followed through to completion and that each shift has been delegated its workloads properly.  Coordinates with Human Resources on all staffing-related activities, including recruiting, interviewing, selection, hiring, discipline, development, training, promotions, salary changes, leaves, and terminations. The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list, and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time, or the scope of the necessitated by business demands

QUALIFICATIONS (EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS)

Education and Certifications:  High School diploma required. A Bachelor's Degree in Applied Science, Engineering, or relevant work experience in operations, maintenance, or safety in support of an LNG, gas processing, and/or transportation facility is preferred. Must be CPR, First Aid certified, and have knowledge of emergency procedures.  Experience: 10+ years of experience in the area of specialization, with a minimum of five years of supervisory experience in operations, maintenance, safety, or environmental compliance experience for LNG and/or large natural gas infrastructure facilities is preferred.  Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.  Demonstrates personal characteristics of integrity, accountability, and dependability.  Skills:  Strong leadership and administrative abilities are required.  Self-directed, needing minimal supervision.  Proactive in planning for future activities.  Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.  Organized and able to manage multiple activities and programs timely and with a high degree of accuracy.  Exceptional problem solving and analytical skills.  Current knowledge of Federal, state, and local environmental laws, policies, and issues.  Computer savvy, including ESS, Microsoft Office Suite consisting of Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint. 

DIRECT REPORTS

Assigned shift supervisors.

FREEDOM TO ACT

The Superintendent, Production has a high degree of aptitude in their field and requires minimal supervision. Directs facility operations in the absence of the Manager, Production.

WORK CONDITIONS

Must be willing to travel to/from off-site facilities a minimum of 15 percent of the time for day trips to the corporate office or off-site training.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is often required to stand, walk, sit, climb stairs, work at height above ground on stairs and catwalks, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, or hear, smell, type, and write.  Must be able to board a ship via a gangway, climb to the top of a tank (200+ steps), scale vertical steel ladder up to forty feet or more in height, and lift and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee will work indoors and outdoors and exposed to year-round weather conditions, ocean environment, noise, and occasionally process gases and vapors.  Subject to drug and alcohol testing, per applicable federal regulations or as required by Cheniere. Must maintain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card in good standing status.

ADA JOB REQUIREMENTS

Reasonable accommodations will be made to ensure that the essential functions of the job can be performed and not hinder the employee's performance due to physical, mental, or emotional disability.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Cheniere Energy is an equal opportunity workplace. All employment decisions are made without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected categories. This includes providing reasonable accommodation if requested for disabilities or religious beliefs and practices.