District Superintendent, Fort St. John - Pacific Northern Gas (N. E.) Ltd

Description

Pacific Northern Gas Ltd.

(PNG), a subsidiary of TriSummit Utilities Inc., owns and operates natural gas transmission and distribution systems in British Columbia's lower Peace River, west central, and north coast regions.

PNG's western transmission line extends from the Enbridge gas transmission system north of Prince George along the Highway 16 and Highway 37 south corridors to Terrace and then onto the port communities of Kitimat and Prince Rupert, providing transportation and gas services to twelve communities and a number of industrial facilities.

In the Province's northeast, Pacific Northern Gas (N.E.) Ltd. provides gas transmission and distribution service in the Dawson Creek, Fort St. John and Tumbler Ridge areas.

Reporting to the Manager, Operations Northeast, this position is located in our Fort St. John office.

The District Superintendent is responsible for the overall safe and efficient operation of the Sales and Service and Construction and Measurement Teams located in Fort St.

John.


Responsibilities:

• Manage, provide direction, and be responsible for all aspects of activities in the District Office.
• Direct supervision of approximately 15 employees
• Assist with budget development for the departments and monitor the cost, including reporting on variances monthly.
• Coordination of training requirements for personnel
• Prepare detailed monthly reports including current and emerging issues, the status of ongoing projects, progress towards objectives, and plans for the next month.
• Emergency preparedness and response
• Relief coverage for Operations Manager Northeast and Superintendent Dawson Creek.
• Perform probationary, competency performance reviews of direct reports.
• Assist in the Initiation of disciplinary investigations and reviews.

DUTIES:

• Represents the company with respect to Construction & Maintenance, Distribution, Transmission and Gas Plant related emergencies.
• Assist in developing and updating policies and procedures, and ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and applicable codes.
• Assist in developing meaningful relationships between local area personnel, fire departments, indigenous groups, municipal offices, and other outside agencies.
• Coach, train, and lead people to ensure strong, safe team environments.
• Detailed planning on approved projects from conception through to completion.
• Ensure Asbuilt records are accurate and complete and project completion reports and accruals are up to date.
• Work closely with the business development team on feasibility studies for potential projects, customers, and indigenous opportunities.
• Oversee budgets for the Area, including maintaining and assisting with budget development, conducting budget reviews and variance analysis.
• Initiate disciplinary action as required.
• Benchmark best practices of other similar companies
• Manage department Safety and Environmental initiatives.
• Perform Manager oncall duties on a rotational basis which involves monitoring the daily gas supply, monitoring the pipeline system via the SCADA system, and dispatching employees as required.

PERFORMANCE MEASURES:

• Safety
• Environmental Incidents
• Cost Control (budget variance)
• Employee Wellness (absenteeism, AWOL, sick, etc. )
• System reliability
• Productivity

Experience & Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of progressive industry experience, 5 years in a supervisory role
• Post Secondary Education or Qualifications in one or more relevant disciplines is preferred: Certified Gas fitter; Read Seal Journey Person; Professional Engineer or Engineering in Training designation.
• PMP and 4th Class Power Engineer designation are considered an asset.
• Proven leadership, teamwork and interpersonal skills
• Proven organizational skills and problemsolving ability.
• Ability to travel significantly to and from outlying company locations.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a highly detailed environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Approachable, flexible and able to adapt to a fluid work environment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong computer skills
• Pacific Northern Gas and TSU strives to cultivate a workplace in which everyone feels welcomed and encouraged to bring their whole selves to work. Everyone wants to work where they feel a sense of belonging, where they are valued for their differences and are encouraged to participate and contribute openly. We recognize the importance of both inclusion and diversity, and we are committed to advance our culture to ensure diversity of thought._