Lead Field Operator

New Fortress Energy; Altamira; Presencial; MXN 500,000 - 750,000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading energy company is seeking a Field Lead Operator in Altamira, Mexico, to oversee field operations ensuring the safe and efficient operation of the FLNG facility. The ideal candidate will possess over 5 years of operations experience in the energy sector, especially in LNG or oil & gas, and will be responsible for maintaining safety, compliance, and operational efficiency.

Formación

• At least 5 years of operations experience in the energy industry.
• Experience in operations commissioning and startup in LNG or oil & gas facilities.
• Thorough knowledge of process plant operations.

Responsabilidades

• Operate field process equipment and report safety concerns.
• Assist with commissioning and startup activities.
• Conduct safety checks and ensure compliance.

Conocimientos

Operating process equipment

Safety protocols adherence

Planning skills

Understanding of process operations

Descripción del empleo

Job Description

The Role:

We are seeking a Field Lead Operator to be based in Altamira, Mexico. We are entrepreneurial, fast-moving, and motivated by a desire to change the way that energy and electricity are delivered around the world. We are looking for a motivated, highly experienced individual with shared beliefs and passion to help drive the journey.

NFE’s unique Fast LNG solution utilizes existing marine and liquefaction technology and infrastructure to develop lower-cost liquefaction facilities that can quickly be deployed around the world while offering substantial cost and timing benefits compared to standard liquefaction vessels or onshore liquefaction terminals.

As the Field Lead Operator, you will be responsible for the execution of field operational activities, including those related specifically to the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of all associated equipment of the FLNG facility.

Responsibilities

What you will do:

• Operate field process equipment in compliance with company environmental and safety policies.
• Report safety and environmental concerns, problems, and incidents to appropriate team members.
• Assist with pre-commissioning, commissioning, startup, and initial operation of the pretreatment, liquefaction, storage, and loading systems.
• This will include being a vital member of the integrated commissioning/start-up team(s) with the EPC contractor.
• Improve and actively monitor operating conditions and parameters of field equipment.
• Understand the status of field equipment safety systems and field safety devices, ensuring they are in place and operable or that approved alternate safeguards are available for continued safe operation and effective emergency response.
• Conduct all process-related field operations and activities on shift in coordination with or direction from the DCS Operator-Process.
• Support implementation of the equipment clearance procedure, Job Safety Analysis, Work Authorization, Confined Space, and Hot Work Permits.
• Ensure required area safety checks are conducted, personnel executing work in process areas are familiar with emergency protocols, and all safety requirements are in place prior to maintenance activities.
• Participate in the training program, act as a mentor, and provide meaningful job assignments, on-the-job training, and progress monitoring.
• Participate in Operating Procedure & Manual development processes.

Qualifications

What you bring:

• At least 5 years of operations experience in the energy industry.
• Experience in operations commissioning, startup, and operations in oil & gas or LNG facilities is desired.
• Strong understanding of operating and permit limits to ensure regulatory compliance while maintaining maximum reliability and efficiency.
• Thorough knowledge of process plant operations, systems, and equipment.
• Organized with planning skills, able to manage multiple activities and programs timely and accurately, meeting deadlines.
• Applied knowledge of process operations and principles for daily decision-making and work tasks.
• An acute sensitivity to safety issues in hazardous environments.

About Us

New Fortress Energy, founded in 2014, believes that access to affordable, reliable, cleaner energy is a human right. Our mission is to create that access in an environmentally responsible way, impacting issues from education to poverty reduction and gender equality.

Our journey began with converting freight rail to cleaner fuel, leading to the creation of Florida’s first LNG production facility. We then invested in Jamaica’s first LNG project and expanded internationally, driven by our vision of making electricity accessible and sustainable worldwide.

We provide turnkey energy solutions globally, including building and operating liquefaction facilities, regasification terminals, pipelines, power plants, and small-scale solutions, managing the entire process from end to end.

About The Team

Our vision is a world where everyone has access to affordable, 100% clean energy. We aim to transform NFE into one of the world’s leading providers of carbon-free power by replacing fossil fuels with affordable zero net-carbon hydrogen.