Day Operations Coordinator – Permit to Work (PTW)

NextDecade Corporation; Brownsville (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal employment opportunity

Job summary

A leading LNG operations company in Brownsville is seeking a Day Operations Coordinator to execute and coordinate the Permit-to-Work system. This role supports LNG operations, ensuring safety and compliance in loading activities. Ideal candidates will have over three years of relevant operational experience, strong communication skills, and a high attention to detail. Responsibilities include coordinating daily permits, supporting operational readiness, and integrating safety standards. The position operates in a dynamic environment, requiring effective teamwork and adherence to safety protocols.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in LNG, oil & gas, or industrial operations.
• Experience with PTW systems and field execution.
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs and SOPs.

Responsibilities

• Administer and control the site PTW system.
• Support Operations Maintenance Coordinator for maintenance tasks.
• Ensure all permit conditions are communicated in the field.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Operational awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical certification in Process Technology

Job description

Day Operations Coordinator – PTW

Location: Brownsville, TX.

SUMMARY OF THE ROLE

The Day Operations Coordinator – PTW is responsible for executing and coordinating the site’s Permit‑to‑Work (PTW) system while supporting LNG operations, including truck loading and unloading activities. The role ensures all permits, isolations, and safety requirements are properly implemented and maintained in alignment with operational and regulatory standards. It serves as a key link between field operations and control processes, supporting safe and efficient execution of work in a startup environment. This hands‑on position requires strong operational discipline, attention to detail, and the ability to operate effectively between field activities and coordination responsibilities.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Permit‑to‑Work (PTW) Coordination
  • Administer and control the site PTW system, including issuance, validation, and closure of permits (hot work, confined space, LOTO, line breaks, etc.).
  • Verify isolations, energy control measures, and field conditions prior to permit approval.
  • Maintain PTW logs, tracking systems, and compliance documentation.
  • Coordinate daily permit meetings with Operations, Maintenance, and Contractors.
  • Ensure all permit conditions are clearly communicated and adhered to in the field.
  • Support audits, inspections, and regulatory compliance activities related to work execution.
• Day Operations Support
  • Support Day Operations team in providing operations excellence to the Production Operations shift teams.
  • Hose management and tracking.
  • Auditing of Next Decade’s Safe Systems of Work.
  • Development of Temporary Work Instructions.
  • QA/QC of Operating Procedures within the eProcedure tool.
  • Support Operations Maintenance Coordinator in operations readiness for maintenance tasks as required.
  • Complete ad‑hoc operational tasks as directed by the Operations Specialist.
  • Maintain critical operations registers such as leaks, passing valves, hoses and out‑of‑service equipment.
  • Update Visual Management Boards.
  • Support truck loading and delivery activities: conduct pre‑load inspections of truck loading systems, including hoses, grounding, and safety interlocks.
  • Support truck loading and unloading activities, including connection/disconnection of transfer systems.
  • Verify driver documentation, safety compliance, and readiness prior to loading.
  • Complete required loading documentation such as Bills of Lading and safety checklists.
• Field & Safety Integration
  • Act as a field presence to ensure safe execution of permitted work and loading operations.
  • Enforce site safety standards, Life‑Saving Rules, and PPE requirements.
  • Participate in emergency response activities and drills.
  • Maintain situational awareness of concurrent operations to prevent SIMOPS conflicts.
  • Support incident investigations and reporting as required.

REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Technical certification in Process Technology, LNG Operations, or Safety preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in LNG, oil & gas, or industrial operations.
• Experience with PTW systems, isolations, and field execution required.
• Experience in truck loading, terminal operations, or cryogenic systems preferred.
• Strong understanding of PTW, LOTO, and safe work practices.
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs and SOPs.
• Solid operational awareness (valves, piping, process systems).
• Strong communication and coordination skills across multiple teams.
• High attention to detail—this role will catch mistakes others miss.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid transportation worker identification credential (TWIC).

JOB SITE WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Must be able to wear all necessary PPE equipment to perform job functions.
• Operates in a complex construction environment.
• Exposure to indoor and outdoor weather conditions; possible exposure to hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy weather conditions.
• Exposure to moving mechanical parts and electrical circuits.
• Exposure to constant or intermittent sounds of a pitch level sufficient to cause marked distraction.
• Routinely uses standard office and field communications equipment such as computers, phones, fax, and radios.
• Ability to drive to other company work locations as required.
• Ability to move throughout all areas of the facility, including being physically capable of traveling to a designated muster point during emergency situations.
• Stand and/or sit continuously and perform job functions for a full shift.
• Physically able to walk, stand, bend, stoop, kneel, reach, twist, lift, push, pull, climb, balance, crouch, handle, and lift items weighing up to 20 lbs. without assistance.
• Visual acuity corrected to perform job functions, including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Must be able to clearly communicate with others via radio, phone, and verbal methods.
• May be required to enter confined spaces.
• May be required to work at elevated heights and access elevated structures without assistance.

NextDecade provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. NextDecade complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.