Produced Water Ops Supervisor - Onsite Field Lead

Western Midstream; Carlsbad, Northern (NM, KY); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Midstream is seeking an Operations Supervisor to lead on‑site produced water pilot operations in a demanding field environment. You will oversee team performance, equipment reliability, and safety compliance while coordinating cross‑functional activities to support the pilot program.

The role requires 10+ years in operations management, the ability to be in the field 100% of the time, and a proven track record of leading large teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10+ years in an operations management role or similar
• Ability to be in the field 100% of the time
• Excellent communication skills across all levels of the organization
• Manage 15 direct reports while maintaining efficient operations and a strong team culture
• Ability to work both in a team and independently
• Strong commitment to achieving objectives and a detail‑oriented work ethic
• Proficient in MS Office, including Excel and PowerPoint, for analysis and presentation

Responsibilities

• Team Management: schedule and address personnel issues while maintaining team morale
• Site Operation: maintain high equipment availability and coordinate pilot program changes
• Safety Oversight: ensure compliance with safety protocols and maintain records
• Financial Management: approve weekly/monthly invoices and track operating expenses
• Reporting: track performance metrics, expenses, and safety performance monthly
• Communication and Leadership: lead shift handovers, daily team meetings, and project reviews
• Vendor and Inventory Management: manage vendor relationships and maintain parts inventory
• Training and Development: ensure SOPs are current and training is completed timely
• Logistics: coordinate pickup/shipping of parts, equipment, and lab samples
• Administrative Tasks: manage time tracking, expense reports, and site operations

Skills

Communication

People management

Field work

Team leadership

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Western Midstream is seeking an Operations Supervisor to lead on‑site produced water pilot operations in a demanding field environment. You will oversee team performance, equipment reliability, and safety compliance while coordinating cross‑functional activities to support the pilot program.

The role requires 10+ years in operations management, the ability to be in the field 100% of the time, and a proven track record of leading large teams.