Gas Operations Field Leader: Drive Safe, Lead Teams

34 Columbia Gas of Ohio Inc; Springfield (OH); On-site; USD 97,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

NiSource is seeking a Field Leader for Gas Operations to provide leadership to a team of employees and contractors responsible for supporting natural gas emergencies, performing maintenance, and installing minor asset improvements within a defined service area.

The role emphasizes safety, development of staff, and on-call availability to respond to emergencies, with a focus on meeting standards and continuous improvement across operations.

Qualifications

• Emergency situations require quick assessment and sound decisions.
• Strong on-the-job safety and compliance knowledge.
• Ability to motivate stakeholders with differing priorities.
• Excellent organizational and planning skills.
• Ability to coach and develop employees.
• Familiar with various technologies used in daily tasks.
• Ability to understand technical explanations of systems and equipment.
• Occasional extended hours and travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and coaching to front-line workforce.
• Promote safety and safe work practices.
• Communicate effectively between front-line workers and the organization.
• Lead field presence at worksites and provide feedback.
• Develop and evaluate front-line workers.
• Drive continuous improvement and optimize resources.
• Coordinate work with internal and external groups.

Skills

Emergency decision-making

Safety compliance knowledge

Motivational leadership

Organizational & planning

Coaching & development

Technology literacy

Technical understanding of systems

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree

Job description

NiSource is seeking a Field Leader for Gas Operations to provide leadership to a team of employees and contractors responsible for supporting natural gas emergencies, performing maintenance, and installing minor asset improvements within a defined service area.

The role emphasizes safety, development of staff, and on-call availability to respond to emergencies, with a focus on meeting standards and continuous improvement across operations.