Field Foreman

Job Summary

The Field Foreman – PRB Operations will provide leadership to an assigned team in the daily gathering system activity including the safe, environmentally sound, and cost-effective management of gathering pipeline systems and compression operation. This position is in the PRB Operations Team in Gillette, WY.

Qualifications:

• 5 years of relevant pipeline and compression operation experience.
• 5 years of experience in demonstrating leadership ability in a team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to train and coach for performance.
• Must have strong leadership/people development skills.
• Strong analytical, problem solving, and decision-making skills.
• Must have strong organization and planning skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.
• Basic computer skills (SCADA, Microsoft Office Suite programs, SAP)
• Working knowledge of DOT CFR 192 and CFR 195 regulations and Process Safety principles.
• General knowledge of compression and pipeline maintenance preferred.  

Responsibilities:

• Oversee employees involved in the operation of pipeline systems and compression stations.
• Ensure proper execution of safe work practices, procedures, and environmental stewardship, including compliance with all applicable company, state, and federal regulations.
• Work closely with peers and support groups on all aspects of operations.
• Coordinate field activities including daily work activities and project work.
• Ensure communications with the ROC and other teams is consistent and supports WES’s goals.
• Supervise and inspect work performed by employees and/or contractors on pipelines to ensure compliance with company and government standards.
• Ensure the coordination of the work to optimize transportation, minimize downtime, optimize production, and control environmental and safety risks to acceptable levels.
• Acts as liaison between the field personnel and other functional support groups - customers, engineering, construction and other operations support teams.
• Provide operational input on project design and hazard analysis.
• Assist with budget preparation and control costs.
• Prepare bid documents and maintain costs for all phases of midstream operations such as pipeline operations, facility operations, and construction projects.
• Work with company databases and programs such as WESmaps, CygNet, SAP, etc.
• Provide goal plans and performance reviews for direct reports.
• Provide support for other supervisory personnel including vacation relief.
• Support emergency response and night operations with on-call rotation.

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Certifications/Licenses:

Valid driver's license with no restrictions that would prohibit driving a company vehicle.

Relocation:

This position is eligible for relocation. Candidate must live in the Gillette, Douglas,

Wright, or Casper Wyoming area.

Travel Requirements:
The percentage of travel required for this position is 0 - 10%

Work Schedule:

This position is eligible for the 5/40 work schedule or 9 hours Monday – Thursday and 4 hours on Friday.