Pipeline Compliance Manager
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7 Full-time 13 hours ago Full Job Description Calpine Corporation is America's largest generator of electricity from natural gas and geothermal resources with operations in competitive power markets.
Its fleet of 76 power plants in operation and one under construction represents nearly 26,000 megawatts of generation capacity.
Through wholesale power operations and its retail businesses, Calpine serves customers in 22 states, Canada and Mexico.
Its clean, efficient, modern and flexible fleet uses advanced technologies to generate power in a low-carbon and environmentally responsible manner.
The company was established on the premise that a strong commitment to the environment is inextricably linked to excellence in power generation and corporate responsibility.
Since its founding in 1984, Calpine has led the power industry in its unwavering commitment to environmental stewardship.
In addition, its renewable geothermal plants use steam generated deep below the earth's surface to produce clean, renewable electricity.
Job Summary (includes but is not limited to the following, other duties may be assigned) The position can be located in either Houston, TX or Rio Vista, CA This position is responsible for providing compliance, environmental and safety services to the Calpine Corporation's Pipeline operations by developing and overseeing all activities related to gas pipeline facilities, to include, but not limited to operations, maintenance, and construction activities and ensuring compliance with federal, state and local laws, ordinances, regulations and standards.
Develops and reviews pipeline and plant procedures and makes recommendations for updates according to laws, regulations, industry practices, and standards.
Investigates safety and environmental incidents as necessary.
This position supervises and manages third party regulatory compliance, safety, and environmental firms for obtaining permits and conducting compliance activities.
This position recommends improvements in processes and procedures to minimize unsafe or hazardous conditions; develops and conducts employee training, emergency preparedness, and quality assurance programs; prepares and maintains environmental and safety compliance documents and records.
Additionally, this position serves as the key pipeline compliance, environmental and safety person for the CA pipeline gathering system, plant pipeline laterals, and at plant gas yard facility locations operated by CPN Pipeline across the US.
Provides support, as needed, to all other fleet locations with gas pipeline related issues.
Job Responsibilities Maintain in-depth knowledge of TSA Pipeline Security and DOT Guidelines and Directives requirements related to pipeline operations.
Compliance programs, include those related to TSA pipeline physical and cyber security; DOT-regulated pipeline operations, maintenance and emergencies; and environmental and safety programs and procedures.
Manage pipeline site security program in accordance with TSA and corporate security requirements, including security vulnerability assessments, site criticality determinations, and implementation of security recommendations and site improvements Track and interpret DOT pipeline regulatory changes and implement program and procedure updates accordingly Facilitate pipeline emergency response training and drills at 11 DOT pipeline sites in CA, OR, AZ and TX Manage environmental compliance programs including hazardous materials/waste, SPCC, emissions monitoring, air permits Develop and maintain safety procedures and ensure compliance with applicable state and federal requirements Coordinate and track training both on-line and in-person to ensure compliance with applicable environmental, health and safety programs Participate in DOT Operator Qualification (OQ) Program as needed for job responsibilities Thorough knowledge of Pipeline Safety, Environmental, and Occupational Safety regulations at state, federal, and local level, as well as company programs to comply with those regulations.
Seasoned professional with advanced applied experience with full understanding of company and industry practices Provides leadership and works with management on identified Pipeline Safety, Environmental and Occupational Safety issues/recommendations/opportunities to foster continuous improvement of Calpine's Pipeline business.
Provides advocacy and management of Pipeline Safety Compliance matters and limited responsibility for environmental and occupational safety regulatory development matters Makes decisions on complex issues regarding project and operational components and advanced tasks; makes recommendations on new procedures, tools and services; supports and contributes to development of new products, services or techniques.
Leads the researches for innovations from external sources, and identifies opportunities to develop new processes and/or programs to ensure organization remains compliant Uses independent judgment on matters of significance in the areas of compliance, safety, and environmental conditions and practices Works on problems of increasing complexity (range from moderate to complex) Exercises discretion and uses independent judgment requiring in-depth analysis of variable factors.
Collaborates with senior professionals in selection of methods, techniques, and analytical approach Little instruction on day-to-day work, general instructions on new assignments Serves as lead for development and execution of Pipeline Compliance and Safety programs Regularly coordinates work of professionals, technicians and others outside of own department.
Trains and mentors employees on compliance, safety and technical skills Collaborate and solve problems - works with others to resolve significant issues, clarify or interpret complex information, provide initial screening/negotiations.
Builds professional networks, initiating contact with resources to achieve goals Regularly conducts training sessions and emergency response drills Job Requirements Bachelors' Degree, preferably in Environmental Services, Health or Safety Sciences, Technology/Engineering and 10
years' experience or an equivalent combination of education and/or related experience.
Knowledge of applicable sections of federal, state and local environmental rules and regulations to include PHMSA (including State versions), HAZWOPER, SARA, OSHA, Clean Air Act, AQMDs, Calif Air Resources Board, Clean Water Act, SPCC.
Strong verbal and written skills for effectively communicating within the organization and outside regulatory agencies Ability to analyze technical and regulatory information, make sound judgments, and provide prudent recommendations to all levels within the company Effectively manages third party compliance and environmental firms.
Salary Information Salary Range - $112,738.
04 - $143,741.
00 Additional Calpine Information Vaccination Information:
Calpine requires an individual who is newly hired into this position to be vaccinated for COVID-19 within the first 28 days of employment - if not already vaccinated prior to starting employment.
If you have any concerns regarding compliance with this requirement, you will need to discuss your concerns with Calpine's HR department after a decision has been made about whether or not to make you a conditional offer of employment.
Calpine does not require applicants to discuss vaccination status prior to receipt of a conditional offer of employment and complies with all applicable laws requiring reasonable accommodation.
Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.
Calpine is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities.
If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website or to apply for a position, please send an e-mail with your request to hrrecruitment@calpine.
com.
Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation are made on case-by-case basis.
Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.
However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.
41 CFR 60-1.
35(c).
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
7 Full-time 13 hours ago Full Job Description Calpine Corporation is America's largest generator of electricity from natural gas and geothermal resources with operations in competitive power markets.
Its fleet of 76 power plants in operation and one under construction represents nearly 26,000 megawatts of generation capacity.
Through wholesale power operations and its retail businesses, Calpine serves customers in 22 states, Canada and Mexico.
Its clean, efficient, modern and flexible fleet uses advanced technologies to generate power in a low-carbon and environmentally responsible manner.
The company was established on the premise that a strong commitment to the environment is inextricably linked to excellence in power generation and corporate responsibility.
Since its founding in 1984, Calpine has led the power industry in its unwavering commitment to environmental stewardship.
In addition, its renewable geothermal plants use steam generated deep below the earth's surface to produce clean, renewable electricity.
Job Summary (includes but is not limited to the following, other duties may be assigned) The position can be located in either Houston, TX or Rio Vista, CA This position is responsible for providing compliance, environmental and safety services to the Calpine Corporation's Pipeline operations by developing and overseeing all activities related to gas pipeline facilities, to include, but not limited to operations, maintenance, and construction activities and ensuring compliance with federal, state and local laws, ordinances, regulations and standards.
Develops and reviews pipeline and plant procedures and makes recommendations for updates according to laws, regulations, industry practices, and standards.
Investigates safety and environmental incidents as necessary.
This position supervises and manages third party regulatory compliance, safety, and environmental firms for obtaining permits and conducting compliance activities.
This position recommends improvements in processes and procedures to minimize unsafe or hazardous conditions; develops and conducts employee training, emergency preparedness, and quality assurance programs; prepares and maintains environmental and safety compliance documents and records.
Additionally, this position serves as the key pipeline compliance, environmental and safety person for the CA pipeline gathering system, plant pipeline laterals, and at plant gas yard facility locations operated by CPN Pipeline across the US.
Provides support, as needed, to all other fleet locations with gas pipeline related issues.
Job Responsibilities Maintain in-depth knowledge of TSA Pipeline Security and DOT Guidelines and Directives requirements related to pipeline operations.
Compliance programs, include those related to TSA pipeline physical and cyber security; DOT-regulated pipeline operations, maintenance and emergencies; and environmental and safety programs and procedures.
Manage pipeline site security program in accordance with TSA and corporate security requirements, including security vulnerability assessments, site criticality determinations, and implementation of security recommendations and site improvements Track and interpret DOT pipeline regulatory changes and implement program and procedure updates accordingly Facilitate pipeline emergency response training and drills at 11 DOT pipeline sites in CA, OR, AZ and TX Manage environmental compliance programs including hazardous materials/waste, SPCC, emissions monitoring, air permits Develop and maintain safety procedures and ensure compliance with applicable state and federal requirements Coordinate and track training both on-line and in-person to ensure compliance with applicable environmental, health and safety programs Participate in DOT Operator Qualification (OQ) Program as needed for job responsibilities Thorough knowledge of Pipeline Safety, Environmental, and Occupational Safety regulations at state, federal, and local level, as well as company programs to comply with those regulations.
Seasoned professional with advanced applied experience with full understanding of company and industry practices Provides leadership and works with management on identified Pipeline Safety, Environmental and Occupational Safety issues/recommendations/opportunities to foster continuous improvement of Calpine's Pipeline business.
Provides advocacy and management of Pipeline Safety Compliance matters and limited responsibility for environmental and occupational safety regulatory development matters Makes decisions on complex issues regarding project and operational components and advanced tasks; makes recommendations on new procedures, tools and services; supports and contributes to development of new products, services or techniques.
Leads the researches for innovations from external sources, and identifies opportunities to develop new processes and/or programs to ensure organization remains compliant Uses independent judgment on matters of significance in the areas of compliance, safety, and environmental conditions and practices Works on problems of increasing complexity (range from moderate to complex) Exercises discretion and uses independent judgment requiring in-depth analysis of variable factors.
Collaborates with senior professionals in selection of methods, techniques, and analytical approach Little instruction on day-to-day work, general instructions on new assignments Serves as lead for development and execution of Pipeline Compliance and Safety programs Regularly coordinates work of professionals, technicians and others outside of own department.
Trains and mentors employees on compliance, safety and technical skills Collaborate and solve problems - works with others to resolve significant issues, clarify or interpret complex information, provide initial screening/negotiations.
Builds professional networks, initiating contact with resources to achieve goals Regularly conducts training sessions and emergency response drills Job Requirements Bachelors' Degree, preferably in Environmental Services, Health or Safety Sciences, Technology/Engineering and 10
years' experience or an equivalent combination of education and/or related experience.
Knowledge of applicable sections of federal, state and local environmental rules and regulations to include PHMSA (including State versions), HAZWOPER, SARA, OSHA, Clean Air Act, AQMDs, Calif Air Resources Board, Clean Water Act, SPCC.
Strong verbal and written skills for effectively communicating within the organization and outside regulatory agencies Ability to analyze technical and regulatory information, make sound judgments, and provide prudent recommendations to all levels within the company Effectively manages third party compliance and environmental firms.
Salary Information Salary Range - $112,738.
04 - $143,741.
00 Additional Calpine Information Vaccination Information:
Calpine requires an individual who is newly hired into this position to be vaccinated for COVID-19 within the first 28 days of employment - if not already vaccinated prior to starting employment.
If you have any concerns regarding compliance with this requirement, you will need to discuss your concerns with Calpine's HR department after a decision has been made about whether or not to make you a conditional offer of employment.
Calpine does not require applicants to discuss vaccination status prior to receipt of a conditional offer of employment and complies with all applicable laws requiring reasonable accommodation.
Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.
Calpine is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities.
If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website or to apply for a position, please send an e-mail with your request to hrrecruitment@calpine.
com.
Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation are made on case-by-case basis.
Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.
However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.
41 CFR 60-1.
35(c).
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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