Pipeline Compliance Specialist

POSITION SUMMARY:

Targa is looking for a qualified individual who specializes in DOT gas and hazardous liquid pipeline compliance. Candidate will work daily with pipeline operations personnel located in Targa field offices.

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide support to pipeline operations pertaining to 49 CFR 192 & 195
• Conduct internal audits of pipeline compliance activities
• Provide support during pipeline audits by government agencies
• Provide liaison responsibilities between Regulatory Agencies and Company personnel
• Provide training to operations of new or revised pipeline procedures
• Stay current with changes to federal and state DOT regulations
• Provide assistance to operations for records required to demonstrate the DOT requirements
• Support IMP activities on the field level
• Support PAP activities on the field level
• Support OQ activities on the field level
• Provide support during investigations
• Submit required reports to agencies (TDRF, UFO, ect.)
• Performs jurisdictional determinations of various types of oil & gas assets
• Provide guidance on class location studies
• Responsible for evaluating and providing appropriate technical guidance on pipeline compliance issues
• Provide support and guidance to operational assets to prepare them for state and federal regulatory audits and inspections as necessary
• Primary lead in responding to State and Federal regulatory agency pipeline inquiries and notices
• Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or applicable experience
• Ability to communicate with many different departments and third-party vendors (Operations, Engineering, Construction, Compliance, EHS, Legal, etc.)
• Strong understanding of 49 CFR 192 and 49 CFR 195
• Knowledge of regulations regarding H2S operations (TXRRC Rule 36, NMAC 19.15.11, etc.)
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to identify work priorities and function with very little supervision
• Ability to handle complex and highly confidential matters in a mature, professional manner
• Pipeline regulatory support, field operations, control center operations, maintenance, engineering, drafting and/or project management experience is desirable.
• Willing to travel 50% of the time
• Able to lift 50lbs
• Able to walk extended lengths, able to climb steps/ladders, on uneven terrain
• Able to work in all weather conditions (cold, heat, wet)
• Works closely with EHS, Operations, Engineering, Construction and third-party vendors.
• Regular and reliable attendance

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

• Engineering degree

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:

Targa Resources provides equal employment opportunities based on merit, experience, and other work-related criteria and without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. We also strive to provide reasonable accommodation to employees' beliefs and practices that do not conflict with Targa's policies and applicable law. We value the unique contributions that every employee brings to their role with Targa.