LNG Plant Operations Leader

Venture Global LNG; Louisiana; On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Venture Global LNG is seeking an Operations Manager to lead daily operations and maintenance at the Plaquemines facility. You will work closely with Directors to optimize LNG production, ensure safety, and manage budgets.

The role requires extensive LNG/petrochemical operations experience, strong leadership, and a proven ability to coordinate with multiple stakeholders in a complex plant environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (chemical, mechanical, or related).
• 5+ years of industry-related operations experience.
• Extensive LNG or petrochemical operations experience.
• Experience with GE 7EA/A200 STG configurations is a plus.
• TWIC card and valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Support Director of Operations in executing strategic objectives and managing operations programs.
• Assist superintendents with tactical activities and personnel management tasks.
• Foster collaboration with staff, community partners, and funding agencies.
• Develop and implement processes aligned with the evolving operations framework.
• Promote and drive a strong safety culture across the team and ensure accountability.
• Formulate policies, set departmental objectives, and evaluate program outcomes.
• Lead special projects and staff development initiatives.
• Represent the organization at community events and meetings.
• Oversee LNG process from natural gas intake to loading and shipping.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and maintain records.
• Support budget development and cost control for the LNG plant.
• Identify and resolve operational issues to minimize downtime.
• Communicate with management, regulatory agencies, and customers.
• Manage operational continuity during planned and unplanned maintenance.

Skills

Leadership

HSE knowledge

Process control

Safety culture

Team management

Problem-solving

Decision making

HR fairness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering (chemical, mechanical, or related)

Job description

Venture Global LNG is seeking an Operations Manager to lead daily operations and maintenance at the Plaquemines facility. You will work closely with Directors to optimize LNG production, ensure safety, and manage budgets.

The role requires extensive LNG/petrochemical operations experience, strong leadership, and a proven ability to coordinate with multiple stakeholders in a complex plant environment.