Operator 1 or 2

Cheniere Energy•Cameron, LA

About The Position

At Cheniere, we provide the world with safe, reliable energy. But more than that, we provide opportunities for our talented employees to impact their communities every day. Our diversity is key to our continued success and forges a path where our culture supports greater equity and inclusion for our employees, customers and beyond. POSITION OVERVIEW The Production Operator reports directly to the Shift Supervisor and is a member of multi-disciplined crew responsible for the operation of a liquefied natural gas (LNG) export facility, including LNG ship loading activities and emergency response. The incumbent is expected to be able to take instructions and conduct his/her duties activities in a safe manner on the LNG facility. Dedication, sensitivity to safety issues and compliance with policies and procedures is essential for the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of the plant. This is a DOT-position.

Requirements

Opportunities exist for various levels ranging from a basic understanding to experienced Production Operators.
Depending on level of experience, the expectation of candidates is to have at least a basic to working knowledge of plant operating procedures, safe handling practices, equipment, maintenance protocols, governmental regulations, related technical and safety codes, standards, and reporting requirements.
Understanding plant rules and guidelines regarding relevant equipment, operations, and certification requirements.
Have a basic to general working knowledge and understanding of Human Machine Interface (HMI) panel and general process plant systems (utilities, inlet feed gas, amine systems, dehydration systems, flare systems, storage and loading, and other process areas etc.).
Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and possess the personal characteristics of integrity, accountability and dependability is also required.
The incumbent should have a general understanding of field operational experience in startup/ shutdown and preparation of field equipment for maintenance.
Willingness and ability to cross-train to learn new jobs and skills.
Operator 1: Education : High School diploma or GED and Process Technology degree are required. A minimum 2 years of experience will be considered in lieu of Process Technology degree. Experience: Zero plus (0+) years of plant process experience is required.
Operator 2: Education : High School diploma or GED is required, and Process Technology degree is preferred. Formal education in related technical or engineering discipline is desirable. Experience: Plant process experience of two plus (2+) years in a related industry (Petro-Chemical/Refinery/Cryogenic).

Nice To Haves

Experience with LNG or other cryogenic hydrocarbon liquids or related military training /experience is desirable.
Experience with electrical and Gas Turbine driven compressors is also desirable.

Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with DOT, FERC, OSHA, USCG, and other governing organizations as applicable.
Performs duties of a liquefied natural gas (LNG) facility operator for area assigned in a daily rotational shift environment, including holiday, weekends, and nights.
Be able to take call-in requirements and work overtime as needed.
Operates plant utilities including electrical power systems, air, water, sanitation, nitrogen, fire water system.
Operates plant process areas including inlet gas, amine, dehydration and cryogenic/liquefaction systems, refrigerant compressors and turbines, storage and loading systems including storage tanks, jetty operations, and LNG ship loading.
Provides routine maintenance and security tasks when operations schedules permit.
Monitors and records instrument readings of gas volumes, temperatures, flows and pressures to ensure safe operation and quality product, and reports deviations from standard so that corrective action can be taken.
Trains on environmental safety, operations, and security procedures.
Operates the facility recognizing the safety and environmental consequences of actions taken.
Achieves the highest levels of environmental and safety compliance.
Carries out other duties as assigned.
Records and evaluates operating performance data and informs Shift Supervisor and/or Senior Operator of potential problems and failures in a timely manner; works with Shift Supervisor and/or Senior Operator to expeditiously resolve plant problems and improve plant reliability and safety.
Performs all duties applying safety protocols and adhering to regulatory mandates.
Coordinate housekeeping activities in areas of responsibility to eliminate safety hazards and maintain a clean working environment.
Inspects safety devices in area assigned, verifies their placement, test their operational status to establish their hazard/incident detection and warning capabilities to prevent fires and accidents.
Report all issues detected or incidents immediately upon inspection/testing of safety devices.
The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time; or the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.