Field Leader Measurement & Regulation (M&R)

NiSource Corporate Services Co; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

NiSource Corporate Services Co is looking for a Field Leader in Virginia to supervise measurement and regulation teams responsible for gas systems and customers. You will lead on-site activities, coach staff, and ensure adherence to safety and regulatory standards.

The role involves developing the workforce, coordinating with stakeholders, and responding to emergencies as part of a 24/7 operational mandate. On-call duties and travel may be required to meet performance goals.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1+ years of measurement & regulation experience or equivalent.
• Ability to read system diagrams for plant piping, electrical, and mechanical systems.
• Ability to make sound decisions in emergencies.
• Strong safety/compliance knowledge.
• Motivate stakeholders with varying priorities to achieve goals.
• Strong organizational and planning skills.
• Ability to coach and develop employees.
• Familiarity with technologies used for daily tasks.
• Willingness for additional hours, travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate safety leadership and promote a safe work environment.
• Provide leadership, direction, and coaching to front-line workforce.
• Be a regular presence at work sites to guide front-line staff.
• Develop, train, and evaluate front-line workers.
• Manage and enforce terms of collective bargaining where applicable.
• Promote operational excellence and drive team performance.
• Encourage Continuous Improvement within the team.
• Ensure optimal use of resources and drive work plans.
• Coordinate with internal and external groups to align efforts.
• Ensure proper use of tools and adherence to standards.
• Support emergencies per incident command structure.

Skills

Safety leadership

Coaching and development

Communication

Decision making in emergencies

Technical comprehension of gas systems

Use of various technologies

Organizational and planning

Team leadership

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's or Bachelor's degree

Tools

PMI certifications

Professional Engineer Certification

Certified Safety Professional

Job description

Job Summary

A Field Leader for Measurement & Regulation provides leadership to a team of employees and/or contractors directly responsible for operating and maintaining measurement and/or regulation stations that feed natural gas systems and customers. The stations include a broad range of assets with mechanical, pneumatic, electronic, and electrical attributes. Field Leaders generally have an assigned geographic service territory and are expected to ensure safe, reliable, delivery of gas to communities and large customers. They serve as role models for safe work practices, are visible in the field, and help ensure work is performed in accordance with standards and procedures. They also actively manage the development and training of employees to improve individual and team performance. Field Leaders are generally on call 24 hours a day to support operational activities and natural gas emergencies, as necessary.

Essential Functions

• Demonstrate Safety Leadership by promoting and assuring a safe working environment, as well as helping to support the continued improvement of natural gas public safety.
• Provide leadership, direction, and performance coaching to the front-line workforce. Facilitate effective two-way communication, especially between front-line workers and the rest of the organization.
• Serve as a consistent and regular presence at work sites providing leadership, direction and feedback to the front-line employees.
• Actively manage the development, training, and evaluation of front-line workers to improve individual and team performance.
• Manage and enforce the terms in the Collective Bargaining Agreement (where applicable)
• Promote Operational Excellence by motivating, coaching, and developing staff to meet established objectives
• Create an environment in which front-line workers are actively involved in the spirit and steps of Continuous Improvement.
• Ensure optimal use of resources by supporting the development and driving the execution of the teams' work plans.
• Collaborate with and build strong working relationships with internal and external groups to coordinate work efforts.
• Ensure employees effectively use tools and technology to complete their daily work.
• Ensures work is completed according to company standards and regulations
• Cultivate and advance a diverse and inclusive environment.
• Convey a leadership image that is consistent with the organization's values, demonstrating the qualities, traits and demeanor that commands leadership respect.
• Troubleshoot process systems and equipment when failures or inefficiencies occur
• Respond to emergencies within the company's established procedures and incident command system structure

Required Qualifications for Position

• High school diploma or GED
• 1+ years of measurement & regulation experience (or equivalent, i.e. gas distribution or transmission operations, gas engineering, liquid pump stations, etc.)
• Able to read system diagrams for plant piping, processing, electrical & electronic equipment, and mechanical & pneumatic systems.
• Demonstrated knowledge and ability to quickly assess and make sound decisions in emergency situations
• Strong knowledge of on-the-job safety and compliance requirements
• Ability to motivate stakeholders with varying priorities to accomplish a common goal
• Strong organizational and planning skills
• Ability to coach and develop employees
• Demonstrated ability to use a variety of technologies used for everyday tasks
• Demonstrated knowledge and ability to grasp technical explanations of systems, processes, and equipment.
• Additional hours more than 40/week and/or out of town or overnight travel may be required to meet expectations of this position
• Valid driver's license

Preferred Additional Qualifications for Position

• Associate's degree associate or bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
• 4+ years of measurement & regulation experience (or equivalent, i.e. gas distribution or transmission operations, gas engineering, liquid pump stations, etc.)
• Demonstrated Leadership experience
• additional relevant certifications such as: Project Management Professional, Certified Safety Professional, Professional Engineer Certification

The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required for the position.

As a public utility, NiSource provides essential services to customers 24/7. Emergency needs can arise at various times throughout the year, including during storm season. Employees may be required to support emergency response efforts, which could include working outside normal hours or assisting with tasks outside of typical responsibilities.

Work Authorization

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States and must not require employer sponsorship now or in the future.

Workplace Connection

We value a workplace where everyone feels respected, included, and able to do their best work. We encourage open dialogue, value different perspectives, and work collaborativel