Supervisor Gas Control (Anchorage)

ENSTAR Natural Gas Company; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) plan with company contribution

Life, AD&D, and Long-Term Disability

Job summary

ENSTAR Natural Gas Company is seeking a skilled supervisor for gas control operations in Anchorage. You will oversee gas controllers, manage scheduling, dispatch daily work orders, and coordinate with other departments to ensure safe and reliable transmission and distribution of gas.

The role involves collaboration with engineers on SCADA initiatives, resource planning, and developing procedures to support efficient operations.

Qualifications

• Experience in gas balancing and pipeline operations.
• Strong dispatching and scheduling skills.
• Ability to lead and supervise staff and coordinate with multiple departments.

Responsibilities

• Direct gas controllers in operation and control of gas transmission system.
• Schedule and dispatch daily work orders and routing activities.
• Coordinate emergencies and incident response for transmission & distribution systems.
• Work with Systems Engineer on SCADA projects and maintenance.
• Assist with long/short term resource planning and cost-benefit analyses.
• Develop and enforce departmental procedures and standards.

Skills

Gas balancing

Operational dispatching

Staff supervision

Education

Engineering/related field degree (2–4 years)

Tools

SCADA system

Gas Ops/Pipe Ops software

Job description

ENSTAR is on a mission to deliver safe and reliable natural gas to Alaskans. If you share our passion for these values and are eager to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to join our dedicated team.

What You Will Do

• Directing gas controllers in the operation and control of the gas transmission system, including operations, gas balancing, industrial/commercial transports, compression facilities, pipeline coordination/planning, and SCADA system monitoring.
• Responsible for gas control personnel in scheduling and dispatching of daily work orders, routing, operations and maintenance activities, coordination with other departments, emergency calls and emergency response for transmission & distribution system emergencies, customer emergencies, leak investigation, emergency response support, and off-hours dispatching of crews.
• Works with the Systems Engineer on SCADA system projects, upgrades, maintenance, and other SCADA functions.
• Under the direction of the Senior Manager Pipelines, supports the Engineering Department with long and short term resource and strategy planning, project development, cost-benefit analysis, and other operational strategic/financial analysis and support.
• Developing, supporting, and implementing departmental procedures and standards, provide technical advice, training, and/or supervision to staff, in coordination with other departments and stakeholders.
• Initiating and maintaining contact with gas producers, gas marketers, utilities, and major customers to allow for smooth operation of the transmission and distribution systems.
• Involved in emergency planning and emergency coordination with local utilities, private, public, and governmental agencies. Emergency planning efforts include redundancy and reliability measures, alternatives, resource planning, and coordinated planning efforts with non-local utilities.
• Acts as a super user of the Gas Ops/Pipe Ops software system to track nominations, actuals, and allocations data, including reporting, customer interface, training, and day-to-day functions.
• Oversees and is responsible for the Control Room Management Plan and Alarm Management Plan, ensuring compliance and safe and prudent operations.

What You Will Bring

• 3-5 years gas/pipeline/utility industry experience and supervising support staff functions.
• 2-4 year technical degree in Engineering or related field preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience in gas balancing, operational dispatching, pipeline operations or equivalent.
• Ability to professionally and effectively: perform the job functions and requirements, to communicate with the public, contractors, governmental agencies and representatives, work with other company departments and department personnel to accomplish company objectives.
• Ability to effectively communicate in verbal and written form and to effectively utilize current technologies.
• Excellent organizational skills.

Preferred Skills And Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to work effectively and cooperatively with all levels of management, staff and contractors; exhibits a professional manner in dealing with others.
• Practical knowledge of pipeline operations, application of Boyles/Charles gas laws, development of gas models for gas balancing, gas measurement and application of electronic instruments.
• Ability to lead and motivate employees.
• Must be detail oriented; superior organizational, information management and follow-up skills.
• Good understanding of departmental policies and procedures and how they relate to the goals of the Company.
• Effective oral and written communication skills to effectively understand and communicate policies and procedures.
• Practical knowledge of SCADA system configuration and operation.

If you meet most but not all of the position’s qualifications, you are still encouraged to apply.

What We Will Provide

• Comprehensive health, dental, prescription, and vision benefits
• 401(k) plan with generous company contribution
• Insurance coverage for Life, AD&D, and Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Education Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• Generous leave policies
• A safety-centric culture

Inclusive Workplace

At ENSTAR, we are dedicated to an inclusive workplace that celebrates the unique strengths, perspectives, and experiences of all our employees. We believe that our differences empower us to become a stronger team, leading to better decisions, innovation, and business results.

The statements contained in the job description are intended to describe the general nature of tasks and responsibilities. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties assigned. Other duties will be assigned as appropriate.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including veteran and disability

For more information, contact Monica Henning in Human Resources at 907-334-7678.