Regulatory Compliance Specialist

Lensa; Pasadena (TX); Remote; USD 85,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Regulatory Compliance Lead to ensure adherence to safety regulations in pipeline operations. This role involves reviewing compliance documents, training staff, and participating in inspections to uphold the highest safety standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in regulatory compliance within the natural gas sector and possess excellent analytical and communication skills. Join a forward-thinking company that values diversity and inclusion, and play a crucial role in maintaining safe and effective pipeline operations.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience with regulatory requirements in natural gas liquids.
• Knowledge of state and federal pipeline regulations is essential.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with pipeline safety regulations and training.
• Develop and review compliance documents and procedures.
• Monitor regulatory activities and assist in inspections.

Skills

Regulatory Compliance

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Research Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Combination of education and experience

Job description

Regulatory Compliance Lead - Remote / Telecommute

Company: ONEOK

Job Summary:

Responsible for providing pipeline safety regulatory compliance support to operations and ensure compliance with 49 CFR 191, 192, 194 and 195 state and federal regulations pertaining to interstate and intrastate transportation of natural gas or natural gas liquids by pipeline as directed. This role may be responsible for multiple regulatory programs such as: Operator Qualification, Damage Prevention or Pipeline Safety Compliance.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

1. Review and update training materials and provide training to operations team members on regulatory requirements and recordkeeping.
2. Ensure employee and contractor training is verified and complete.
3. Develop and review operation, maintenance, and emergency response process and procedure documents related to compliance with federal and state pipeline safety regulations.
4. Monitor and participate in the development and communication of processes and procedures that ensure consistency and compliance with state and/or federal pipeline safety regulations.
5. Monitor and review company regulatory activities and associated documents to assess level of compliance with existing and proposed federal, state or industry legislation and regulations to recommend changes as needed.
6. Maintain and support compliance databases and coordinate the collection of compliance documents from other departments.
7. Assist and/or lead pre-inspections to prepare for internal and external compliance inspections performed by company, state or federal regulatory personnel.
8. Assist in evaluating operational conformance of internal compliance procedures. Assist in documentation of assessment and audit findings.
9. Analyze state and federal audit findings, prepare responses and/or provide recommendations and/or revisions aimed to clarify, close potential gaps in procedures and/or compliance manuals to ensure they meet pipeline safety regulations. Develop and implement recommendations upon management approval.
10. Participate in cause map accident / incident review and development of action plans.
11. Coordinate with various departments, and if necessary outside contractors and auditors, to ensure that pressure testing requirements are met, and appropriate changes are made to testing materials as needed.
12. Participate in industry association forums, compliance work groups and related activities as required.
13. Provide support in preparing required regulatory compliance reporting.
14. Monitor, maintain, and recommend improvements from the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) website to ensure regulatory compliance resources are available to operation.
15. Respond to situations that may occur during or outside of normal business hours.

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering preferred or a combination of four or more years formal education and the following job-related experience:

Work Experience:

Four years of direct experience with regulatory requirements in/or related to: natural gas liquids, gas gathering and processing and gas transmission and storage.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of governmental regulations pertaining to state and federal regulated intrastate and interstate pipelines and company and/or industry publications related to pipeline reporting compliance.

Ability to research, compile, and/or prepare summaries for proposed changes in regulations, recommendations, policies, procedures, and correspondence for operations.

Ability to apply math skills, analytical processes, and statistical methods.

Ability to identify, research, evaluate, and prioritize problems and situations and develop recommendations for appropriate action.

Ability to utilize strong analytical skills and interact, advise, and communicate effectively with subordinates, peers, and all levels of management.

Ability to establish relationships across a broad range of people and departments to facilitate compliance with regulatory processes and procedures.

Ability to develop information, conduct meetings, and make presentations to groups and individuals.

Ability to travel up to 40% and work independently and as part of a team, with a strong sense of urgency.

Licenses and Certifications:

• None required.

Expected Salary Range:

$85,000.00 - $127,000.00

ONEOK is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, national origin, gender identity, disability, military/veteran status, genetic information or any other categories protected by applicable law.