Director Gas Operations

Job Summary

The Director, Gas Operations drives best-in-class Safety Culture, leads Operational Effectiveness initiatives to improve Operational performance, and drives Simplicity and Customer focus by assuring Operations is Brilliant in the Basics. The Director will develop clear strategic initiatives to improve Operational Performance through optimizing resource allocation, Compliance, Safety First, Customer focus, Employee Development through mentoring and coaching. Ensures that efforts are in accordance with all applicable company and regulatory requirements while ensuring safe, reliable service to customers in an efficient manner.

Essential Functions

• Champions a culture of Safety Leadership and a Goal Zero Mindset with Customer Focus

• Ability to 'Make Safety Personal' and demonstrating "We Care" to build a Safety Culture that incorporates Safety in everything we do

• Advocates 'Barrier Thinking' through championing Hazard Recognition and inserting Barriers to prevent hazards from becoming Top Events

• Supports Damage Prevention through sharing of good excavation practices and creates a Learning Mindset through Learning from Experience

• Create an environment that encourages disclosure, shares Near-Misses, and mutual accountability for safety

• Ensure operations performance targets and OKRs such as Productivity, Efficiency, and Utilization are achieved or exceeded through the successful leverage of Operating Dashboards and the execution of annual work and operating plans

• Ensure compliance with all local, state and federal regulatory requirements

• Encourages Assurance programs that improve proficiency and close knowledge gaps to provide best-in-class customer service, pipeline safety, reliability and compliance

• Accountable for the productive use of both capital and O&M dollars

• Support and enhance customer service to achieve top-tier customer satisfaction and brand reputation

• Review and lead the development of relevant policies and procedures related to the business operations functions to fulfill organizational objectives

• Build and maintain strong relationships across the leadership team to align goals and missions across multiple business functions

• Works closely with cross departmental teams to identify, recommend, and implement new processes, technologies, and systems to streamline organizational processes and improve the use of resources

• Champion and support NiSource DEI initiatives and values, leverages I&D for business improvement

• Proactively develops direct reports and other key leaders to ensure strong succession and bench strength

• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications For Position

• Extensive field experience in gas operations or related utility industry experience, including 5 years' leadership management experience and proven record for developing team members

• Proven ability to drive strategic direction

• Proven ability to plan, organize and effectively manage a large operations organization. Requires continuous availability to manage a 24x7 operation

• Ability to develop rapport and trust with others and take action to build strategic relationships to achieve business goals

• Effective analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.

• Ability to make quick and practical operations decisions in limited time frames without jeopardizing employee and public safety

• Demonstrated ability to work with colleagues in a fast-moving environment, supervise multiple projects and take ownership, mentor, grow and lead a team

• Strong communication and negotiation skills, and business acumen

• Understanding of budgeting processes and ability to take decisions to work within budgets

• Demonstrated knowledge of the philosophy and process of Continuous Improvement

• Possess personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and commitment to Company's mission

• Ability to travel approximately 25% to 50%+ Valid driver's license

Preferred Additional Qualifications for Position

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Engineering, Construction, or industry related degree.

• Experience in leading a Field Operations or System Operations function or territory

• Demonstrated ability to provide oversight, leadership and direction in the overall management of Gas Operations

• Knowledge of 49 CFR part 192.

• Possess a comprehensive understanding of methods, techniques and skills in the operations and maintenance of natural gas pipelines

The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the position.

Work Authorization

Authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.

Inclusion & Diversity

Value inclusion within your day to day responsibilities by respecting others perspectives/convictions, engaging others opinions, creating a safe environment where people, ideas, and opinions are valued within your Team/Customers and external partners.

Respect and take into consideration diversity within your Team/Customers and external work partners by valuing different world views, challenges, and cultures that represent all walks of life and all backgrounds.

Treat others with respect and consideration. Actively participate in creating and contributing to a positive work environment.

Equal Employment Opportunity

NiSource is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in each of its companies to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, disability, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any protected group status as defined by law. Each employee is expected to abide by this principle.

By applying, you may be considered for other job opportunities.

Safety Statement

Promote a safe work environment by actively participating in all aspects of our employee safety program. Report any unsafe conditions and take actions to prevent personal injuries. Support our interdependent safety culture by ensuring the safety of your co-workers. Stay focused on the task at hand and promote productivity through good work habits.

Salary Range:

$150,900.00 - $226,300.00

Posting Start Date:

2024-06-22

Posting End Date (if applicable):

2024-07-07

Please note that the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.

At NiSource, you'll be part of the team serving nearly four million customers throughout the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic, who count on us to energize their homes and businesses. Whether speaking with customers by phone, analyzing financial data or installing new gas lines in a neighborhood, you'll meet exciting challenges each day and make the most of your skills and talents. And you'll be part of a company that was named by Forbes magazine as one of America's Best Large Employers.

We're looking for talent from all backgrounds. We invite candidates of all abilities to come as they are and do what they love. Through our years of successful growth, we've stayed true to our roots by making a difference in the lives of millions of our customers. If you're interested in joining an inclusive, innovative company that fosters opportunity for growth, NiSource might be the place for you.