Supervisor - Damage Prevention

ONEOK, Inc.; Tulsa (OK); Hybrid; USD 109,000 - 163,000; Full time

Job summary

ONEOK, Inc. is seeking a Damage Prevention Supervisor to lead enterprise-wide pipeline safety and compliance programs.

You will supervise specialists, manage budgets, and partner with Operations, Asset Integrity, GIS, and Public Affairs to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient damage prevention activities. This safety-sensitive role requires five+ years in pipeline operations or related fields, with strong knowledge of 49 CFR Parts 192/195, API RP 1162/1185, and a track record of process

Qualifications

• Leadership experience supervising Damage Prevention teams or similar.
• Knowledge of pipeline safety regulations and risk mitigation.
• Experience with One-Call, ROW surveillance, and public awareness programs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide first-line supervision for Damage Prevention Specialists.
• Manage contractor and vendor performance to ensure compliance.
• Develop and monitor program metrics and regulatory reporting.
• Coordinate with Operations, GIS, Public Affairs, and Engineering.
• Support investigations involving damages and compliance events.
• Lead continuous improvement within Damage Prevention programs.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Contractor oversight

Microsoft Office

GIS proficiency

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's Degree or Bachelor's Degree in a related field

Tools

GIS software

Microsoft Office

Job description

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

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for supervising and executing assigned Damage Prevention program activities in support of ONEOK's enterprise-wide pipeline safety, regulatory compliance, risk reduction and asset protection objectives. Provides tactical leadership and oversight for one or more Damage Prevention supervisor assignments with capabilities, including One-Call, Right-of-Way (ROW) Surveillance, Public Awareness, and associated compliance programs. Each position is accountable for the assigned program area while supporting common enterprise Damage Prevention goals. Ensures compliance with federal and state regulations, industry standards, and company procedures, while driving continuous improvement, operation excellence, program effectiveness and performance expectations across all ONEOK operating companies and business segments.

Supervises Damage Prevention Specialists, Regulatory Compliance Specialists, contractors, and vendors responsible for executing program requirements. Oversees day-to-day operations, performance metrics, regulatory reporting, contractor activities, budget administration, process improvement initiatives, and compliance activities. Works collaboratively with Operations, Asset Integrity, Regulatory Compliance, GIS, Engineering, Public Affairs, and other stakeholders to maintain safe and effective Damage Prevention programs.

Assignments are received in the form of departmental goals, performance objectives, compliance requirements, and program expectations. Exercises independent judgment within established policies and procedures to accomplish business objectives and ensure program effectiveness. Responsible for employee supervision, performance management, employee development, contractor oversight, budget administration, and operational execution of assigned Damage Prevention activities. Provides recommendations for process improvements, procedural enhancements, and compliance initiatives.

This position is considered safety-sensitive due to the potential impact of decisions on pipeline safety, regulatory compliance, public safety, environmental protection, and company assets.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Leadership and Personnel Management

Provide first-line supervision, coaching, and leadership to Damage Prevention Specialists and Regulatory Compliance Specialists.

Conduct performance evaluations, establish goals and development plans, provide employee coaching, and administer corrective action when necessary.

Manage contractor and vendor performance to ensure compliance with contractual requirements and company expectations.

Ensure adequate staffing, workload management, and coverage for assigned Damage Prevention activities.

Promote a culture focused on safety, compliance, accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.

Program Execution and Compliance

Administer assigned Damage Prevention programs in accordance with company policies, System Integrity Program requirements, federal regulations, state regulations, and industry standards.

Support compliance with applicable requirements contained within 49 CFR Part 192, 49 CFR Part 195, state One-Call laws, API RP 1162, API RP 1185, and other applicable regulations and standards.

Participate in regulatory inspections, audits, assessments, and compliance reviews.

Review regulatory changes and support implementation of program, process, and procedural modifications as needed.

Coordinate required federal, state, and internal reporting activities related to Damage Prevention program performance.

Support investigations involving excavation damages, one-call violations, ROW encroachments, and related compliance events.

Develop corrective actions, lessons learned, and improvement initiatives based on program findings and performance results.

Assigned Program Support: One-Call, ROW Surveillance, and Public Awareness Program Support

Oversee assigned activities associated with One-Call ticket management, excavation damage prevention, locate coordination, violation tracking, and contractor outreach.

Coordinate ROW surveillance activities including aerial patrols, patrol reporting, encroachment identification, follow-up actions, and contractor management.

Manage Public Awareness program activities including stakeholder communications, effectiveness evaluations, educational outreach, mailings, public official engagement, emergency responder engagement, and awareness campaigns.

Monitor program effectiveness and develop recommendations to improve compliance, consistency, and performance.

Coordinate with Operations, Engineering, Asset Integrity, Regulatory Compliance, GIS, Public Affairs, and external stakeholders regarding Damage Prevention initiatives.

Support qualification, training, and awareness efforts associated with assigned Damage Prevention programs.

Regulatory Reporting, Analytics, and Performance Monitoring

Develop, review, and distribute program performance metrics, dashboards, reports, and management presentations.

Monitor key performance indicators related to excavation damages, one-call effectiveness, ROW surveillance findings, public awareness effectiveness, contractor performance, and regulatory compliance.

Evaluate trends and identify opportunities for risk reduction, process improvement, and increased program effectiveness.

Assist in the preparation of management reports, audit responses, regulatory submissions, and compliance documentation.

Financial and Contractor Management

Manage vendor contracts and service providers supporting One-Call, Public Awareness, ROW Surveillance, and related Damage Prevention activities. Ensure activities are completed in accordance with company performance expectations.

Develop and administer budgets, monitor expenditures, forecast budget needs, and identify opportunities for cost-effective program execution.

Ensure contractor and vendor activities are completed in accordance with company requirements and performance expectations.

Enterprise Collaboration and Continuous Improvement

Establish relationships with Operational stakeholders

Support enterprise standardization of Damage Prevention processes and procedures across all ONEOK operating companies and business segments.

Recommend process improvements, technology enhancements, and operational efficiencies to improve program effectiveness.

Support implementation of emerging Damage Prevention initiatives, technologies, data analytics tools, and regulatory requirements.

Participate in special projects and strategic initiatives as assigned.

Education

High School Diploma required

Associate's Degree or Bachelor's Degree in a related field preferred.

Work Experience

Five (5) years or more of experience in pipeline operations, regulatory compliance, damage prevention, public awareness, right-of-way surveillance, asset integrity, engineering, or related industry experience required.

Previous experience leading teams, contractors, projects, or programs preferred.

Experience with federal and state pipeline safety regulations and risk mitigation initiatives preferred.

Experience researching, evaluating, and resolving operational or compliance-related issues preferred.

Experience developing procedures, reports, presentations, and process improvements preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of pipeline operations, Damage Prevention principles, regulatory compliance requirements, and industry best practices.

Knowledge of One-Call programs, Public Awareness programs, ROW surveillance activities, excavation damage prevention practices, and contractor oversight.

Knowledge of 49 CFR Part 192, 49 CFR Part 195, state One-Call laws, API RP 1162, API RP 1185, and related industry standards.

Ability to supervise employees, contractors, and vendors while maintaining accountability for safety, compliance, and performance.

Ability to analyze complex information and make sound decisions using independent judgment and evaluate program effectiveness and implement data-driven improvements.

Ability to effectively communicate with internal and external stakeholders both verbally and in writing.

Ability to prepare reports, presentations, performance metrics, and compliance documentation.

Ability to develop and implement process improvements and corrective actions.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, GIS-based systems, reporting tools, and emerging business technologies.

Ability to learn and adapt to new technologies and software applications.

Travel Requirements

• Travel up to 25% may be required to support field operations, contractor oversight, regulatory activities, inspections, training, stakeholder engagement, and enterprise Damage Prevention initiatives.

Future Capability Expansion

This role may support existing or future Damage Prevention capabilities including:

One-Call Governance

Public Awareness Programs

Damage Investigation and Analytics

Regulatory Compliance Support

Emerging Damage Prevention Technologies

Strength Factor Rating - Physical Demands/Requirements

• Sedentary Work - Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Strength Factor Description - Physical Demands/Requirements

Standing: Remaining on one's feet in an upright position at a work station without moving about (Occasionally)

Walking: Moving about on foot (Frequently)

Sitting: Remaining in a seated position (Constantly)

Lifting: Raising or lowering an object from one level to another (includes upward pulling) (Occasionally)

Carrying: Transporting an object, usually holding it in the hands or arms, or on the shoulder (Occasionally)

Pushing: Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves away from the force (Occasionally)

Pulling: Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves toward the force (includes jerking) (Occasionally)

Climbing: Ladders, Stairs (Occasionally)

Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling (Occasionally)

Stooping: Bending the body downward and forward by bending the spine at the waist (Occasionally)

Kneeling: Bending the legs at the knees to come to rest on the knee or knees (Occasionally)

Crouching: Bending the body downward and forward by bending the legs and spine (Occasionally)

Crawling: Moving about on the hands and arms in any direction (Occasionally)

Reaching: Extending hands and arms in any direction (Constantly)

Handling: Seizing, holding, grasping, turning or otherwise working with the hand or hands (Manual Dexterity) (Constantly)

Fingering: Picking, pinching or otherwise working with the fingers primarily (Finger Dexterity) (Constantly)

Feeling: Perceiving such attributes of objects/materials as size, shape, temperature, texture, movement or pulsation by receptors in the skin, particularly those of the finger tips (Constantly)

Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas/information by means of the spoken word (Frequently)

Hearing: Perceiving the nature of sound by the ear (Frequently)

Tasting/Smelling: (Occasionally)

Near Vision: Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less (Constantly)

Far Vision: Clarity of vision at 20 feet for more (Frequently)

Depth Perception: Three-dimensional vision; ability to judge distances and spatial relationships so as to see objects where and as they actually are (Frequently)

Vision: Color - The ability to identify and distinguish colors (Constantly)

Working Conditions/Environment

• Employee is subject to inside environmental conditions

Working Conditions

Well lighted, climate controlled areas (Constantly)

Frequent repetitive motion (Constantly)

CRT (Computer Monitor(s)) (Constantly)

Driving

• Based on assigned tasks, employee may be assigned a company vehicle requiring the applicable driver's license

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.

The job description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of ONEOK.

ONEOK is committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request an accommodation email [e-mail] or call 1-855-663-6547.

Expected Salary Range

$109,000.00 - $163,000.00

At ONEOK (NYSE: OKE), we deliver energy products and services vital to an advancing world. We are a leading midstream operator that provides gathering, processing, fractionation, transportation, storage and marine export services. Through our approximately 60,000-mile pipeline network, we transport the natural gas, natural gas liquids (NGLs), refined products and crude oil that help meet domestic and international energy demand, contribute to energy security and provide safe, reliable and responsible energy solutions needed today and into the future. As one of the largest integrated energy infrastructure companies in North America, ONEOK is delivering energy that makes a difference in the lives of people in the U.S. and around the world.