Job Description

Job Type:

Regular

Plains is an industry-leading transportation and midstream provider specializing in transportation, storage, processing and marketing solutions for crude oil. We own an extensive network of pipeline transportation, terminalling, storage and gathering assets in key oil producing basins and transportation corridors and at major market hubs in the United States and Canada. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.

We’re on the lookout for passionate self‑starters who thrive in fast‑moving, collaborative, and innovative environments.

The Supervisor, Operations, leads a team of employees and manages assets, including pipeline and facility operations, maintenance, internal projects, regulatory requirements, safety, and financial controls. The individual in this role liaisons with customers and contractors and assures that goals and objectives align with the organizational and commercial needs and operations are conducted in a safe, compliant, and reliable manner. The Supervisor, Operations, manages a team of approximately 4-15 direct reports and manages an operating and capital budget of up to $25MM.

This is a field-based role with frequent work in open environments with extremes of heat and cold, often in proximity to high voltage and/or chemicals, which requires safety accommodations such as protective clothing and equipment. This role is subject to callouts for work associated with Plains field operations and/or emergency response.

Key Responsibilities:

Operations Management

• Implements initiatives within the team, including operating policies, and contributes to organization policies.

• Partners with Manager to review the business strategy and executes the strategy within their team.

• Recommends improvements to processes and systems to meet current operational needs.

• Evaluates potential approaches and policies in response to critical information.

• Manages team and assures costs and projects have a significant impact on the district’s business results.

• Maximizes existing transportation and storage assets.

• Directs the deployment of a mix of resources across the team.

• Partners with the Manager to resolve complex or unusual business problems.

• Endorses priorities and provides guidance to the district when implementing action plans.

• Implements changes due to needs and/or industry trends, including people, process, and systems.

Operations Management System

• Sponsors and endorses OMS, by demonstrating commitment to safety and continuous improvement through actions that reinforce the overall program.

Manage Performance & Develop People

• Builds effective relationships with leaders and employees to increase influence, motivate employees, and create high performing teams.

• Sets clear expectations, provides resources, gives direction, and helps employees to focus on and prioritize their goals.

• Conducts ongoing conversations, including coaching, feedback, and check-ins.

• Manages performance, leads performance discussions, and consistently models Plains’ values and behaviors.

• Practices succession planning and works with HR and leaders to identify the best successors.

• Seeks to keep employees engaged by looking for opportunities where employees can continue to grow and develop.

• Conducts developmental conversations, creates a development plan, and provides developmental activities for employees to grow.

Compliance and Safety:

• Ensures rigorous compliance with safety regulations, environmental standards, and industry-specific regulations in all electrical and integration activities.

• Works closely with regulatory bodies to maintain adherence to industry standards.

• Conducts regular safety audits and implements corrective actions to enhance safety measures within operations.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of five (5) years of applicable experience in petroleum transportation and/or storage business or in lieu of degree a minimum of eight (8) years’ experience in petroleum transportation and/or storage business

• Able to interact with Plain’s leaders and employees, build strong relationships at all levels and across all the team and district, and articulate business focus and initiatives.

• Able to partner, collaborate, and influence within the team and district.

• Demonstrated business acumen and able to describe the business impact of projects and policies.

• Demonstrate planning, coordinating, and prioritization skills.

• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively within the team and across the district.

• Experience with applicable environmental regulations, PHMSA regulations, and applicable API measurement standards.

• Experience interfacing with individuals inside and outside the company, e.g., public officials, regulators, engineers, business professionals, contractors, and others

• Solid presentation skills, experience presenting to audiences, and able to effectively convey the data and the story.

• Strong quantitative and analytical skills, problem solving, and critical thinking.

• Able to successfully complete Haz-Mat training and perform Incident Commander role, safety awareness training, and any related required training and certifications.

• Experience with Microsoft office suite applications w/ strong emphasis on Excel

• Able to travel within the U.S. and Canada up to 50% of the time.

• Legally authorized to work in the job posting country.

• Valid drivers’ license with a clean abstract in the job posting province.

• Cleared criminal history (background) and satisfactory reference checks.

• Compliance with the Company’s drug and alcohol policy including pre-employment screening.

Qualifications:

• Valid US drivers’ license with a clean abstract.
• Cleared criminal history (background) and satisfactory reference checks.
• Compliance with the Company’s drug and alcohol policy including pre-employment screening.
• This position is not eligible for employment-based visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for the duration of their employment

At Plains, our employees are our most valuable asset. Hard work is rewarded with competitive compensation and a top-tier benefits program designed to keep our employees safe, healthy and happy. We work hard to deliver the best results to our stakeholders, and we also respect our employees' need for personal and family time, which is reflected in our benefits program

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer We are committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to age, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, genetic information, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Applicants with disabilities can request accessible formats, communication supports, or other accessibility assistance by contacting WebCareers@Plains.com

Salary details estimated by job boards such as Indeed, Glassdoor, and LinkedIn do not represent Plains’ compensation structure. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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