Supervisor - Area Operations (Natural Gas Pipeline)

ONEOK Services Company; Gibson (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

ONEOK Services Company in Louisiana seeks an experienced Operations Leader to supervise field personnel and run safe, reliable plant operations for natural gas assets.

You will coordinate maintenance, monitor performance, and drive continuous improvements while upholding OSHA, PHMSA, and EPA standards. The role emphasizes safety, efficiency, and production continuity across facilities.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant experience in plant operations or field operations.
• Experience in oil & gas, midstream operations, or industrial environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day plant operations, monitoring performance and production activities.
• Ensure safe and efficient operation of pipelines, processing equipment, and compressors.
• Coordinate operations to meet production, throughput and reliability targets.
• Identify and address operational issues to minimize downtime.
• Lead day-to-day workflow prioritization and execution for operators.
• Ensure adherence to SOPs, guidelines, and safety requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Team supervision

Safety culture

Operations coordination

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Industrial Technology/Process Technology or related field

Job description

#WeAreONEOK - Fortune 500 company. 100+ years in business. Leading midstream service provider. Safety first. Sustainable operations. Environmentally responsible. Employee focused.

JOB SUMMARY

Join our Louisiana operations team and play a key leadership role supporting the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of our natural gas pipeline assets. You'll lead field personnel, coordinate operations and maintenance activities, and help drive a strong culture of safety, reliability, and operational excellence. Job Profile Summary

Supervises the day-to-day execution of area operations to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations within assigned facilities or geographic areas. Provides direction to a small team responsible for operating, monitoring, and maintaining plant systems and equipment in alignment with production targets and safety standards.

Ensures operational activities are executed in accordance with established procedures, regulatory requirements, and company policies. Focuses on immediate operational objectives, supporting production continuity, maintaining equipment performance, and identifying opportunities for incremental process improvements.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Operations & Production Execution

• Oversee day-to-day plant operations, including monitoring system performance, equipment functionality, and production activities.
• Ensure safe and efficient operation of pipelines, processing equipment, compressors, and associated systems.
• Coordinate operational activities to meet production, throughput, and reliability targets.
• Identify and address operational issues to maintain continuity and minimize downtime.

Health, Safety & Environmental Compliance

• Ensure compliance with all applicable health, safety, and environmental regulations (e.g., OSHA, PHMSA, EPA) and company policies.
• Promote a strong safety culture by enforcing safe work practices, conducting safety observations, and supporting incident prevention.
• Participate in incident investigations and ensure corrective actions are implemented within scope.
• Ensure proper documentation and adherence to permit, lockout/tagout (LOTO), and safety procedures.

Maintenance Coordination & Reliability

• Coordinate with maintenance teams to schedule and execute routine, preventative, and corrective maintenance activities.
• Monitor equipment performance and support identification of reliability issues.
• Ensure timely resolution of maintenance work orders and operational issues.
• Support implementation of minor process or equipment improvements to enhance performance.

Operations & Process Execution

• Lead day-to-day workflow prioritization, scheduling, and execution for operations personnel.
• Ensure adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs), operational guidelines, and compliance requirements.
• Identify and recommend incremental improvements to operational processes, efficiency, and safety practices.
• Monitor key performance indicators such as uptime, throughput, and operational efficiency.

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Partner with field operations, engineering, maintenance, and safety teams to support operational alignment and issue resolution.
• Communicate operational status, risks, and priorities to internal stakeholders and leadership.
• Coordinate with external stakeholders, such as vendors or contractors, to support operational activities.
• Support execution of operational plans and initiatives within defined scope.

Data & Reporting

• Ensure accurate tracking and reporting of operational data, performance metrics, and incidents.
• Maintain documentation of operational activities, inspections, and compliance requirements.
• Support reporting for audits, regulatory submissions, and internal performance tracking.
• Identify trends in operations data to support improvements within the team's scope.

Leadership & Team Supervision

• Provide day-to-day supervision, work direction, and task prioritization for operators and field personnel.
• Monitor team performance, ensure adherence to safety standards, and provide coaching and development.
• Contribute input to hiring, performance management, and staffing decisions.
• Foster a safety-first, accountable, and performance-driven team environment.

Responsibilities may include Department of Transportation (DOT) covered functions, including operations, maintenance, or emergency response on a natural gas pipeline. Job duties also require the employee to be alert and respond immediately to dangerous or hazardous conditions, and where impaired performance, or failure to follow safety precautions, could result in serious injury or property damage.

Education

High school diploma or GED typically required.

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Industrial Technology, Process Technology, or related field preferred

Work Experience

• 10+ years of relevant experience in plant operations, field operations, or process operations.
• Experience in oil & gas, midstream operations, or industrial environments preferre