Area Manager - Natural Gas Operations

You must be able to work in the U.S. without sponsorship. No C2C or 3rd parties, please. Area Manager – Natural Gas Operations in Ehrenberg, AZ or Reno, NV Full Time / Direct PlacementOn-SiteApproximately 40% TravelDomestic relocation only; no cross-border relocation We’re looking for an experienced Area Manager to provide hands-on leadership for natural gas operations across our clients Pacific Mountain Region. This is an opportunity for a proven operations leader who understands safety, field operations, natural gas transmission/storage, project management, and technical processes and enjoys developing teams while staying connected to field operations. You’ll oversee the continuous operation, maintenance, and improvement of your assigned area while leading employees represented by IBEW Local Union #77. Depending on the location of the successful candidate, this position may be filled in Ehrenberg, AZ or Reno, NV. What You’ll Do Champion safety excellence and provide active field leadership across operating locationsLead, coach, mentor, and develop employees while building an engaged, high-performing teamSet clear expectations and hold the team accountable for operational and safety resultsOversee operations and maintenance activities to support safe and reliable facility performanceEnsure compliance with operational policies, procedures, regulatory requirements, and established safety practicesSupport the planning, administration, and management of capital and operating budgetsConduct regular self-audits of critical processes, including JSA, LOTO, and work permitsIdentify and implement opportunities for continuous improvement and operational excellenceBuild strong partnerships with internal teams and external stakeholdersFoster an inclusive work environment that encourages communication, engagement, innovation, and feedbackMaintain required ICS training and be prepared to serve as Incident Commander during emergency response situationsParticipate in on-call responsibilities and respond to emergency situations when required What we’re looking for: Associate degree, bachelor’s degree, or technical diploma in Engineering, Business Management, or a related field preferred; equivalent training and experience may be considered5+ years of related experience, preferably with management or leadership responsibilitiesEnergy industry experience, particularly natural gas transmission/storage operations, strongly preferredDemonstrated ability to lead, influence, engage, and develop teamsStrong safety leadership and the ability to manage work in a safe and environmentally responsible mannerExperience leading diverse work groups and creating an inclusive, collaborative environmentStrong written and verbal communication skills across multiple levels of an organizationAbility to manage competing priorities and adapt to changing operational requirementsSound business judgment with the ability to evaluate risk, cost, benefits, and operational considerationsProficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Teams, and related applicationsAbility to travel approximately 40% to operating locations This role is a strong fit for an operations leader who wants to stay connected to the field while developing people, improving operational performance, and building a strong safety culture. Interested or know someone with natural gas operations leadership experience who may be a fit? Please send your resume to Brandon at bgreen@blackrockres.com