Maintenance Planner, Instrument & Controls

Venture Global LNG • Cameron, LA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Venture Global LNG is a long‑term, low‑cost provider of American‑produced LNG. Our modular, mid‑scale plant design delivers the same efficiency and reliability as traditional LNG plants – but at a significantly lower capital cost.
We’re looking for a qualified Routine Maintenance Planner who will primarily be assigned to planning for the Maintenance Analyzer Team at the CPLNG facility.
The planner will collaborate closely with other routine and turnaround planners, technicians, and supervisors, using VGIMS and the CPLNG Maintenance Manual to create integrated, safe, and cost‑effective maintenance plans that minimize equipment downtime and drive continuous improvement.

Requirements

• High‑school diploma / GED (preferred technical degree or NCCER).
• 5+ yrs I&C field maintenance (Oil & Gas, LNG, petrochem).
• 3+ yrs I&C routine maintenance planner roles.
• Must understand live‑plant constraints and industrial standards (API, ISA, FERC, NFPA 70E).
• Planning, scheduling, and execution best practices.
• CMMS build experience.
• SAP PM / Prometheus (GWOS) – end‑user level.
• Turnaround planning (small‑to‑medium scale).
• Project MS.
• Instrumentation & controls (anti‑surge, MOVs, DCS/PLC/SIS, cryogenics, fire‑safety, etc.).
• Scaffolding, painting, insulation, rigging/lifting.
• Strong leadership & organizational skills.
• Detail oriented, analytical, problem‑solving.
• Excellent communication across disciplines.
• Works well under pressure & with diverse teams.
• Ethical, confidential, customer‑service mindset.
• Holds a valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).

Nice To Haves

• PMP or similar certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Plan & Schedule I&C Maintenance Build bi‑weekly/annual plans that align with HSSE and VGIMS processes; prevent unsafe conditions.
• Adhere to Business Controls Follow approved contracts/suppliers; capture direct/indirect costs; produce estimates and monitor budgets.
• Meeting Leadership Coordinate daily ops‑maintenance, weekly planning, backlog reviews, and other strategic meetings.
• Resource & Constraint Management Identify and expeditiously secure materials, parts, contractors, and support services; flag constraints.
• Procurement Coordination Initiate POs, track material status, and liaise with Supply Chain Management.
• Support Services Planning Schedule scaffolding, insulation, painting, etc., in sync with cross‑functional teams.
• Turnaround Integration Route turnaround work orders and coordinate with the turnaround team.
• Preventive Maintenance Planning Develop annual PM plan and resource demand profile.
• Scope & Work‑Pack Development Build scopes of work for contract services and create work packs as needed.
• Collaboration with Supervisors Work closely with maintenance supervisors and technicians to align schedules with operational needs.
• Best‑Practice Implementation Apply and improve planning tools (backlog, standard job plans, time‑on‑tools, service deliverable dates).
• Audit & KPI Support Sustain efficient planning workflows; develop and report on KPIs; investigate non‑compliance root causes.
• RFO & Start‑Up Participation Lead CPLNG Ready‑for‑Operations planning; support pre‑commissioning, commissioning, and startup activities.
• Time‑Card & Compliance Manage personal time‑cards per CPLNG policies; maintain TWIC in good standing.
• Mentorship Coach junior planners and peers.

Benefits

• Work on a cutting‑edge LNG facility with a culture of safety, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Play a pivotal role in minimizing downtime and driving cost efficiencies.
• Career growth opportunities in a growing, sustainability‑focused energy company.
• Venture Global LNG is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
• We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED