Operations Specialist - Mid-Atlantic Region

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 Energy Problem Solvers passionate about transitioning North America to cleaner energy while meeting the energy demands of today and tomorrow. If that sounds like a challenge you want to help tackle we want you to join our team!

The Opportunity

Our US Gas Operations (USGO) MidAtlantic Region team is evolving to meet the needs of our growing business and we are expanding our presence in Pennsylvania to support the operation and maintenance of our natural gas pipelines and associated facilities throughout MidAtlantic and the surrounding area.

We are seeking a skilled Operations Specialist that will provide project development implementation and integration support and serve as the point of contact for operational engagement and project interface.

This role will be the 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 and integration activities (turnover commissioning and integration) and process safety.

This role will also serve as technical subject matter expert (SME) to provide mentorship and champion collaboration and communication between the operations and project team in with a problemsolving approach to process safety and practical design and operations.

This individual must be a selfstarter capable of working with minimal supervision who possesses strong communication analytical troubleshooting and decisionmaking skills.

**No crossborder relocation**

What youll do

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 coworkers 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

• Supports the Region with the proper of work and outreach across regions as needed.
• Reviews TOP changes with technicians as needed
• 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

• Provides input into project estimates as requested

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 306090 preparing for and conducting walk throughs participating in pre job meetings researching and capturing of information to assist with design.
• Leads/participates in the PSSR 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
• 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.

Compliance Safety & Emergency Response

• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and promote safety as the highest priority
• Actively support implementation of 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 PreStartup 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.

Minimum Qualifications

• Successful completion of an associate degree graduation from a 2 or 3year 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 liquids 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 pipeline and/or facilities 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 drivers 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
• Utilize computers and email for internal and external communication record keeping online 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 result.

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 preemployment physical background check and drug test

About our business

TC Energy is a leading energy infrastructure company in North America. We have three complementary businesses of natural gas pipelines liquids (oil) pipelines and power generation. Our operations span three countries seven Canadian provinces and 34 U.S. states.

TC Energy is an equal opportunity employer.

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