Operations Specialist

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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 youll 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 Associates 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 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 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 needsmoving 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 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 candidates qualifications.

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