Program Manager: Pipeline Safety Management

PPL Corporation; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

PPL Corporation is hiring a Program Manager in Providence, Rhode Island, to provide technical leadership for the Pipeline Safety Management System (PSMS). This role involves developing the PSMS program, collaborating with experts, and improving pipeline safety compliance.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree and at least 5 years of related experience, ideally with knowledge of federal/state regulations in the natural gas sector.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in safety management systems or equivalent education.
• Knowledge of natural gas industry laws and regulations is a plus.
• Experience with continuous improvement in pipeline safety compliance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee development and implementation of Pipeline Safety Management System.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to evaluate program effectiveness.
• Identify opportunities for program improvement and enhance safety culture.

Skills

Pipeline Safety Management System knowledge

Collaboration

Leadership skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelors' Degree in relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Overview

Rhode Island Energy is seeking a Program Manager to provide technical expertise to oversee and support the development and implementation of a Pipeline Safety Management System (PSMS) program in accordance with API RP 1173.

Responsibilities

Primary Roles & Responsibilities

• Development, implementation, and enhancement of a comprehensive PSMS program that aligns with guidance’s set forth in API RP 1173.
• Engage and collaborate with subject matter experts and key business stakeholders to ensure the effectiveness of the PSMS program.
• Conduct reviews to evaluate the program effectiveness against the ten elements of PSMS using the “Plan, Do, Check, Act” methodology.
• Report on the effectiveness and maturity of the PSMS program.
• Identify and implement short-term and long-term opportunities to strengthen and improve the PSMS program.
• Ensure effective work collaboration with subject matter experts across the Company to mitigate pipeline safety risks to assist in moving towards a zero‑incident culture.
• Participate on committees both internally and externally such as the Northeast Gas Association (NGA) and the American Gas Association (AGA) to maintain knowledge and remain current on industry best practices, trends, industry‑related regulatory and legislative changes impacting compliance and risk management and recommend changes within the organization.

Knowledge And Capabilities

• Experience in PSMS programs or equivalent knowledge of application of management systems to drive continuous improvement preferred.
• Ability to form relationships, collaborate, communicate, and implement effective change.
• Establish a culture of safety, reliability, efficiency, and compliance.
• Drive continuous improvement efforts in pipeline safety compliance.

Qualifications

Bachelors' Degree preferred and 5+ years of related work experience in applying safety management system principles or an equivalent combination of education and experience on a year‑for‑year basis.

• Demonstrated knowledge of the natural gas industry and the associated Federal / State laws and codes is a plus.
• General knowledge of PSMS programs, process safety, QA/QC, and risk management experience preferred.
• Self‑motivated, engaging, flexible, adaptable and results oriented team player.
• Strong leadership, administrative and verbal communication at a technical and layperson level.
• Problem‑solving skills with the ability analyze information, identify themes or trends, and make recommendations.
• Ability to write, implement and maintain policies clearly and effectively.
• Working knowledge in Microsoft Office suite and other software applications.