Manager - Gas Operations
Avangrid
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Position Information:
Title: Manager - Gas Operations
Location: Greenwich, CT
Pay Rate: $122,600 - $153,300
Schedule: Office
Position Summary
The Manager of Gas Operations is responsible for ensuring the safe operation and maintenance of the natural gas distribution system within the Connecticut Natural Gas Co. Greenwich service area. The position is accountable for the promotion and implementation of company initiatives and policies. The manager will be expected to lead their team to meet all safety, customer service, efficiency, emergency response & system reliability goals. The manager will have direct oversight of supervisors responsible for distribution system, Pressure regulation and Meter service personnel and field activities.
This position is office based in Greenwich, CT.
MAJOR ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Directs the coordination and general oversight of supervisors and field personnel within service territory.
- Oversees emergency operations within the company's territory.
- Execute all work tasks in compliance with Company, Federal and State policies and regulatory requirements.
- Responsible for maintaining maintenance budget.
- Develop and maintain ongoing programs to increase operating efficiencies, promote safety, identify best practices, and reduce operating maintenance and capital construction costs.
- Represents the Company before governmental, regulatory bodies, and other public forums, as required.
- Develop and recommend long/short-range objectives and programs, to attain customer service targets.
- Assures that an effective working relationship with bargaining units continues.
- Provide area leadership to encourage interdepartmental communication and cooperation in support of all company objectives.
- Develop a strong supervisory team and promote individual growth among employees.
- This position will work closely with Engineering, pressure regulation, system Analysis, Gas control, Meter Services and capital construction.
- Perform other duties and special projects as assigned
Education & Experience Required:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction management, or related degree. Master's degree is preferred.
- In lieu of a degree, at least 12 years of experience in gas operations, engineering, or closely related experience.
- Thorough Knowledge of gas system maintenance, construction, and engineering disciplines, including knowledge of Federal, and state regulations.
- 5+ years of team leadership experience, driving team performance, engagement, and accountability.
Skills/Abilities:
- Knowledge of DOT and PURA regulations
- Able to coordinate, focus, and direct employees in analyzing complex problems and implementing courses of action.
- High-level analytical, organizational, interpersonal, communications, and leadership skills.
- Must be available outside of regular scheduled hours to work storms, emergencies, and/or critical assignments
- Avangrid Employees may be assigned a system emergency role
Mobility Information:
Please note that any applicant who is not a citizen of the country of the vacancy will be subject to compliance with the applicable immigration requirements to legally work in that country.
Avangrid employees may be assigned a system emergency role and in the event of a system emergency, may be required to work outside of their regular schedule/job duties. This is applicable to employees that will work in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, and New York within AVANGRD Network and Corporate functions. This does not include those that will work for Avangrid Renewables.
Our Selection Process:
All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a medical Fit for Duty exam, background check, references, drug screen, verification of legal right to work in the U.S., and in some cases, a credit check. A credit check will be administered when a prospective employee will be working in Finance, Accounting, Treasury or where duties may involve handling of funds, accounts or cash. A Motor Vehicle (MVR) check will be administered when a prospective employee will be regularly using a company vehicle. Avangrid Renewables is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, status as an individual with a disability, or any other status or class protected by Federal or State law.
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Mobility Information
Please note that any applicant who is not a citizen of the country of the vacancy will be subject to compliance with the applicable immigration requirements to legally work in that country
AVANGRID's employment practices and policies are geared to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. At AVANGRID we provide fair and equal employment and advancement opportunities for all employees and candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who is unable to use our online tool to search for or to apply for jobs, you may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting our People and Organization department at careers@avangrid.com
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