Pipeline Compliance Specialist

Description

Validus Energy/Blue Mountain Midstream is seeking a qualified Pipeline Compliance Specialist in Tuttle, Oklahoma.

Responsibilities

• Maintain all required Operator Qualification (OQ) records in accordance with 49 CFR Part 192, Subpart N, and/or 49 CFR Part 195, Subpart G
• Cook up the preparation, review, and submission of PHMSA-required reports, including annual reports, incident or accident reports, safety-related condition reports, and National Registry of Pipeline and LNG Operators filings, as applicable
• Aid Operations and management in evaluating pipeline events to determine whether federal or state reporting or notification requirements have been triggered
• Maintain supporting documentation for regulatory reports and verify that required follow-up or supplemental reports are completed within established deadlines
• Cook up updates to operator identification, asset, mileage, commodity, and facility information used in regulatory reporting systems
• Track reportable incidents, abnormal operating conditions, safety-related conditions, and regulatory correspondence through final resolution

Requirements

• Minimum of one year of experience supporting compliance with PHMSA pipeline safety regulations, particularly 49 CFR Parts 191, 192, 195, and 199
• Demonstrated ability to interpret regulatory requirements and translate them into practical procedures, processes, and compliance activities
• Ability to communicate effectively with field employees, technical personnel, management, contractors, and regulatory agency representatives

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred Experience

• Current Operator Qualifications for relevant covered tasks, or the ability to obtain required qualifications within a designated period after hire
• Three or more years of experience in pipeline operations, regulatory compliance, integrity management, safety, or a related midstream function
• Experience supporting PHMSA or state pipeline safety inspections, audits, or regulatory inquiries
• Experience with regulated gas gathering, gas transmission, crude oil, refined product, NGL, or other midstream pipeline systems
• Knowledge of applicable state one-call, damage prevention, and pipeline safety requirements
• Knowledge of, or operational experience within the Anadarko Basin
• Experience with OnPing or comparable SCADA or automation platform

Physical Requirements

• Ability to tolerate prolonged shifts involving standing, climbing, lifting, pulling, pushing and carrying weights of up to 50 lbs
• Work in and around industrial and construction settings, which may include hazardous products, processes, materials and chemicals, including H2S, as well as prolonged exposure to outdoor work conditions, including extreme cold, hot and/or adverse weather conditions, and loud machinery, and may require appropriate personal protective equipment provided by the company
• Must possess a current, valid driver’s license and the ability to meet and maintain all eligibility requirements to drive a company vehicle
• Subject to call-outs to respond to operational issues and emergencies after working hours, at night, and on weekends and holidays

Compensation and Benefits

Compensation is commensurate with related experience, qualifications, and work location. Validus Energy provides a competitive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, basic life, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, health savings plans, voluntary insurance plans, and 401(k) match.

Validus Energy provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.