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Commissioning Shift Advisor (PIS and U/O/J)

KBR • Houston, TX 77007 • Posted 30+ days ago

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The Commissioning Shift Advisor at KBR is responsible for the safe startup of Plaquemines LNG in accordance with Company Approved Operating Procedures. This role acts as the Deputy to the CSO Director Commissioning and Start-Up for all Plaquemines LNG Facilities that have achieved RFSU. The advisor leads and directs daily startup activities, participates in coordination meetings, manages startup procedures, and ensures the smooth turnover of systems from Ready for Startup to Substantial Completion. This position requires close coordination with the Company Operations Manager and involves operating and monitoring equipment associated with LNG jetty operations, ensuring the safe berthing, mooring, and departure of LNG carriers, and performing routine checks and inspections of equipment.

Responsibilities

  • Act as Deputy to the CSO Director Commissioning and Start-Up for all Plaquemines LNG Facilities that have achieved RFSU.
  • Lead and direct daily startup activities of the IOT (Integrated Operating Team) and CONTRACTOR resources in all aspects of Start-up.
  • Participate in regular progress and coordination meetings with COMPANY related to Start-up activities.
  • Manage the preparation, review, and approval of all Startup procedures and issue to COMPANY for Final Approval.
  • Organize and coordinate the CONTRACTOR Operating Supervisory Team together with Company Operating Teams as necessary to keep operating plant online for the duration of the Commissioning and Startup until Achievement of the Substantial Completions milestone.
  • Provide overall focal point coordination for all the Project support services to maintain sustainable safe reliable operations of the Operating trains prior to and post-handover of CCC.
  • Liaise with the VG Operations Group to ensure that the Startup and Operations manpower requirements for the complex are met to satisfy production objectives.
  • Ensure that personnel and safety issues are given priority to maintain a safe and efficient working environment.
  • Implement and enforce process safety management policy and procedures.
  • Develop the Startup logic to ensure a smooth turnover of all the systems from Ready for Startup (RFSU) to Substantial Completion (SC).
  • Direct the development of the Start-up Schedule.
  • Form part of the Incident Command team and coordinate emergency response scenario's, drills and exercises.
  • Attend regularly scheduled Meetings to ensure all pertinent information is exchanged between Commissioning and Operations.
  • Approve SIMOPS work during Startup and Operations activities.
  • Establish and maintain effective operating shifts to ensure smooth running and efficient team operation.
  • Monitor operating performance, initiating changes where necessary.
  • Liaise with the COMPANY Operations Manager during the Start-up Phase.
  • Operate and monitor all equipment associated with LNG jetty operations.

Qualifications

Required

  • Experience in LNG liquefaction process operations.
  • Understanding of chemical dosing, water sampling, testing.
  • Ability to operate and monitor equipment associated with LNG jetty operations.
  • Experience in process safety management policy and procedures.
  • Ability to coordinate loading and unloading operations.
  • Knowledge of emergency response equipment and systems.
  • Experience in water treatment plant operations.
  • Responsible for any work permits issued in the Utilities Areas Ready for Operation.

About KBR

KBR is a well-established American engineering, procurement, and construction company that provides a wide range of services including engineering, construction, project management, and procurement to industries such as energy, infrastructure, government services, and chemicals. KBR operates globally with a strong presence in markets like the United States, Australia, and the United Kingdom, delivering projects on time and within budget while focusing on innovation and sustainability.

Full Job Description

Title:

Commissioning Shift Advisor (PIS and U/O/J)

CSO STARTUP ADVISOR

+ The Startup Support Manager is responsible for the safe Startup of Plaquemines LNG in accordance with Company Approved Operating Procedures.

+ Acts as Deputy to The CSO Director Commissioning and Start-Up for all Plaquemines LNG Facilities that have achieved RFSU.

+ Leads and Directs daily Start-up activities of the IOT (Integrated Operating Team) and CONTRACTOR resources in all aspects of Start-up

+ Participates in regular progress and coordination meetings with COMPANY related to Start-up activities.

+ Manages the preparation, review and approval of all Startup procedures and issue to COMPANY for Final Approval.

+ Organize and coordinate the CONTRACTOR Operating Supervisory Team together with Company Operating Teams as necessary to keep operating plant online for the duration of the Commissioning and Startup until Achievement of the Substantial Completions milestone.

+ Provides overall focal point co-ordination for all the Project support services to maintain sustainable safe reliable operations of the Operating trains prior to and post-handover of CCC.

+ Liaises with the VG Operations Group to ensures that the Startup and Operations manpower requirements for the complex are met to satisfy production objectives.

+ Ensures that personnel and safety issues are given priority to maintain a safe and efficient working environment.

+ Implements and enforces process safety management policy and procedures in respect of process safety information, hazard analysis, training, subcontractor compliance, plant integrity, work permits, emergency planning and response, incident investigation and compliance audits

+ Develop the Startup logic to ensure a smooth turnover of all the systems from Ready for Start-up (RFSU) to Substantial Completion (SC)

+ Will direct the development of the Start-up Schedule.

+ The Startup Support Manager will form part of the Incident Command team and coordinate emergency response scenario's, drills and exercises

+ Attend regularly scheduled Meetings to ensure all pertinent information is exchanged between Commissioning and Operations

+ Approve SIMOPS work during Startup and Operations activities

+ Establishes and maintains effective operating shifts to ensure smooth running and efficient team operation. Ensures that shift changeover meetings are held at start/end of every shift between incoming/outgoing operation personnel to ensure production continuity and safety.

+ Closely monitors operating performance, initiating changes where necessary. Optimizes costs, chemicals, and consumables

+ Liaises with the COMPANY Operations Manager during the Start-up Phase.

+ Maintains close relationship with COMPANY operation department and achieves high level of team communication through routine meetings.

+ Reports to CONTRACTOR CSO Director.

+ Operate and monitor all equipment associated with LNG jetty operations, including loading arms, pumps, compressors, and safety systems.

+ Ensure the safe berthing, mooring, and departure of LNG carriers.

+ Coordinate loading and unloading operations, ensuring accurate measurement and transfer of LNG.

+ Perform routine checks and inspections of equipment to detect and address issues promptly.

+ Adhere to strict safety procedures and protocols, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

+ Monitor and maintain emergency response equipment and systems. Monitor and control all aspects of the LNG liquefaction process, including compressors, heat exchangers, refrigeration systems, and cryogenic equipment.

+ Ensure the safe and efficient cooling, pressurization, and liquefaction of natural gas.

+ Respond to process alarms and deviations, adjusting as necessary to maintain optimal operating conditions.

+ Follow strict safety protocols and procedures to minimize risks associated with LNG liquefaction.

+ Water treatment plant experience understanding of chemical dosing, water sampling, testing.

+ They are responsible for any work permits issued in the Utilities Areas Ready for Operation.

BENEFITS

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits, which could include a 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY AT KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people, sustainability, and our Zero Harm culture.

These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to and ongoing journey toward being a more inclusive and diverse company. That commitment is central to our team of team's philosophy and fosters an environment of real collaboration across cultures and locations. Our individual differences and perspectives bring enhanced value to our teams and help us develop solutions for the most challenging problems. We understand that by embracing those differences and working together, we are more innovative, more resilient, and safer.

We Deliver - Together.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.