Manager - Gas Operations

Purpose

Scope of Work - Oversee the Company’s activities in Gas Construction and Field Operations in Massachusetts. Provides leadership and fosters a strong team environment to provide safe and reliable service. Develops objectives and procedures to facilitate activities and attainment of business and financial objectives and targets according to business plans and objectives established by Senior Management. Has overall responsibility for safety, reliability, and efficient emergency operations.  This position is office based in Orange, CT.

Responsibilities

MAJOR ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Scope of work - range of responsibilities):

· Directs the coordination and general supervision of operating regions,
which may include system maintenance and construction of transmission and distribution systems within the regions. Oversees emergency operations within the company’s territory. Ensures compliance with Federal, State, and Local codes (DOT192)

· Develops and recommends long and short-range objectives and programs, together with supporting operating and maintenance costs, to attain customer service, business, and financial targets.

· Develops and maintains ongoing programs to increase operating efficiencies, promote safety, identify best practices, and reduce operating and maintenance and capital construction costs.

· Represents the Company before governmental, regulatory bodies and other public forums, as required.

· Assures that an effective working relationship with bargaining unit
employees are maintained, and contract commitments are consistent with accepted practice and customer-focused, business philosophy.

· Assures that adequate interdepartmental communication and coordination, division of responsibilities and controls are employed by each segment of operations to accomplish assigned tasks in an efficient and cost-effective manner. Works with peers on interregional coordination activities.

· Trains and instructs Subordinates and assures compliance with established policies, practices, and operating procedures. Fosters an environment of safety, teamwork, adaptability, and innovation using technology, coaching, communications, and Employee development.

Competencies

Skills and Requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Education & Experience Required:

Bachelor’s degree in Business or Engineering; Master’s degree is preferred.

In lieu of a degree, at least 15 years' of experience in gas operations, qengineering, or closely-related experience. Knowledge of gas system maintenance, construction, and engineering disciplines. Thorough knowledge of Company, Federal & State policies, and procedures.

Skills/Abilities:

Able to coordinate, focus and direct employees in analyzing complex problems and implement courses of action.

High-level analytical, organizational, interpersonal, communications and leadership skills.

Must be available outside of regular scheduled hours to work storms, emergencies and/or critical assignments

Avangrid Employees may be assigned a system emergency role and in the event of a system emergency, may be required to work outside of their regular schedule/job duties.

Our Selection Process

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Mobility Information

Please note that any applicant who is not a citizen of the country of the vacancy will be subject to compliance with the applicable immigration requirements to legally work in that country