Gas Pipeline Compliance Analyst

Hope Gas Inc.; Elkin (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Frontier Natural Gas Company in Elkin, NC seeks a Gas Pipeline Compliance Analyst to support the pipeline safety program. The role provides regulatory analysis and technical support to Operations, identifying compliance concerns and preparing essential documentation for regulatory activities.

The candidate will monitor compliance with 49 CFR Parts 191/192, collaborate with internal teams, and assist with audits and improving procedures. A strong knowledge of state/federal codes is essential.

Qualifications

• Requires bachelor’s degree or equivalent with 5+ years in compliance or related field; alternative 9+ years experience with HS diploma.
• Knowledge of federal/state pipeline safety regulations and industry standards.
• Proven ability to prepare regulatory reports and support audits.

Responsibilities

• Review operations for compliance with 49 CFR Parts 191 and 192 and state requirements.
• Monitor pipeline performance and support corrective actions.
• Answer compliance questions from Operations and contractors; provide guidance.
• Coordinate with agencies and prepare regulatory submissions.
• Support internal and external audits with records and responses.
• Research and interpret pipeline safety requirements for project support.
• Lead audits preparations and maintain accurate records.
• Share pipeline compliance knowledge within the department.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

PHMSA standards

Pipeline safety

Regulatory reporting

Audit coordination

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, environmental science, business, safety, or related field

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Information at a Glance

Requisition Id: 1124

Company Name: Frontier Natural Gas Company

City & State: Elkin, NC

Department: Pipeline Compliance

Employment Category: Non Union

Posting Start Date: 9/29/26

Gas Pipeline Compliance Analyst

Position Summary

The Gas Pipeline Compliance Analyst is responsible for supporting Hope Utitlies' pipeline safety compliance program by helping ensure gas operations meet applicable federal, state, and company requirements. This role provides compliance analysis and technical support to Operations and other stakeholders, identifies potential compliance concerns, and assists with the documentation and regulatory activities necessary to maintain safe and compliant pipeline operations.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Reviews pipeline operations and related activities for compliance with federal regulations, including 49 CFR Parts 191 and 192, state pipeline safety requirements, and applicable industry standards.
• Monitors pipeline performance and compliance information to identify potential issues and supports development of appropriate corrective actions.
• Responds to compliance-related questions from Operations team members and contractors and provides guidance based on established regulatory requirements and department practices.
• Supports communications and coordination with compliance-related agencies as assigned.
• Prepares and submits required regulatory reports, records, and supporting documentation to appropriate authorities.
• Supports internal and external compliance audits by compiling records, preparing documentation, and assisting with responses to findings.
• Researches and interprets pipeline safety requirements to support department compliance activities and assigned projects.
• Serve as a departmental leader for facilitating audits, maintaining accurate records, and supporting the development of pipeline safety procedures
• Shares pipeline compliance knowledge with Compliance Department team members and serves as a resource on assigned areas of pipeline safety compliance.
• The Gas Pipeline Compliance Analyst may provide guidance to less experienced staff and may help coordinate team activities and project tasks to support department operations.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Serve as an Individual Contributor without supervisory responsibilities.
• Support and contribute towards team goals and objectives.

LEVELING

The Gas Pipeline Compliance Analyst performs work with limited direction and applies seasoned professional knowledge to complex and diverse assignments, exercises judgment in resolving issues, makes significant contributions to department goals and planning efforts, and may coordinate aspects of work performed by others.

Required Skills & Abilities

• The Gas Pipeline Compliance Analyst is responsible for ensuring that the company’s gas pipeline operations meet all regulatory and safety requirements.
• Ability to monitor and ensure compliance with state and federal regulations, including the West Virginia Public Service Commission state requirements and the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) standards.
• Track pipeline performance, identify potential risks, prepare compliance reports, and work closely with internal teams to implement corrective actions utilizing their expanded industry knowledge.
• Ability to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the company’s gas pipeline systems.
• Ability to manage and lead other technical compliance related projects as assigned.
• In-depth knowledge and understanding of standard operating procedures, State and Federal codes, and pipeline industry terminology.

Required

Education & Work Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, environmental science, business, safety, or related field -and-
• At least 5 years of relevant experience in the compliance field or related field.
• OR -
• High School Diploma or equivalent -and-
• At least 9 years of relevant experience in the compliance field or related field.

Physical Requirements

• Remain stationary for extended periods, occasionally alternating between sitting, standing, walking, crouching, and kneeling as required to perform job responsibilities.
• Lift, push, and/or pull up to 25 lbs. occasionally.
• Operate a computer and other office productivity machinery as necessary.
• Communicate with others to accurately exchange information and ideas.
• Hear sufficiently to allow general and phone communications.
• Visual acuity to read standard text on screens and documents, observe surroundings, recognize hazards, and perform tasks safely.
• Observe details at close range.
• Problem solve, prioritize tasks, and interpret and understand written documents.

WORK CONTEXT

• This is a full-time exempt salaried position.
• Minimum travel for work-related purposes is expected at 25-50%, which includes some overnight visits to locations and industry events.

Formed in 1998, Frontier Natural Gas is a North Carolina limited liability company dedicated to providing safe, reliable natural gas service to residential, commercial, and municipal customers in Surry, Yadkin, Wilkes, Watauga, Ashe, and Warren Counties. While yet a young company, Frontier Natural Gas draws directly on the stability and expertise of Energy West.

Frontier Natural Gas is committed to contributing to the reduction of greenhouse gases by converting customer equipment using higher-carbon fuels to clean-burning natural gas, implementing innovative technologies, improving operational efficiencies, and helping to foster an environmentally-responsible culture in the communities we serve.

Learn more at FrontierNaturalGas.com.

Family - Accountability - Integrity