Mechanical Supervisor
Golden Pass LNG, a joint venture of Qatar Energy & ExxonMobil, has an exciting opportunity for a Maintenance Supervisor at our Sabine Pass, TX location (approximately 10 minutes from Port Arthur, TX). We are looking for team members that have a proven track record of providing support, have strong intrapersonal and communication skills, and are self-motivated and self-directed to be a part of our transformation from an import facility to the premier LNG exporter in North America.
The Mechanical Supervisor will be responsible for leading and supervising all work as required for maintaining a safe, efficient, and environmentally sound operation of an LNG facility. The Mechanical Supervisor is a leader for the Mechanical maintenance team and all outside general contractors supporting mechanical work. This will range from 50 to 200+ craftsmen depending on contractor demand. This role will also be a liaison with internal and external parties and will interface directly with Operations Supervision, Managers, Engineers, Maintenance Technicians, Maintenance Specialists, Operators, Contractors, and Vendors and uphold and ensure compliance with SSHE&R and compliance standards for performance and behavior.
The Mechanical Supervisor is a DOT covered position (PHMSA).
Essential Duties / Job Description
- Field Execution Leadership / Safety & Quality Assurance
- Supervise daily mechanical maintenance activities, ensuring crews understand scope, procedures, SSHE requirements, and quality standards.
- Conduct and support technicians leading pre-job briefings, site walkdowns, and post-job debriefs to align expectations and capture lessons learned
- Enforce proper use of LOTO, work permits, JSAs, and safety-critical procedures during all field tasks. Act as a champion for Personnel Safety Management System (PSMS).
- Rapidly address execution issuesproviding clear direction, removing obstacles, and escalating complex challenges
- Support and allocate resources to enable success of Management of Change (MOC) processes and Pre-Startup Safety Reviews (PSSR)
- Hold crews accountable to Golden Pass LNG values : i.e., "We Will Work Safely or Not at All" and "Do Everything With Integrity" See Maintenance Leadership Expectations
- Audit field work for compliance with SSHE standards, equipment isolation, and quality specifications
- Lead After-Action Reviews and incident investigations in your area, identify root causes, and drive corrective actions to prevent recurrence
Mechanical Maintenance Oversight
Direct and oversee craft technicians performing daily preventative and corrective maintenance work in mechanical (static equipment and machinery) and soft (scaffolding / insulation) crafts.In addition would include pump / loading arm maintenance, pressure vessel / heat exchanger / piping system maintenance, routine integrity maintenance, civil / structural maintenance, first level troubleshooting, pump / compressor performance testing, and mechanical / civil / structural repair / remediation of associated equipment.Oversee select support specialty / vendor contractors for field execution of maintenance and troubleshooting, such as vibration monitoring / analysis, seal replacements, overhauls, and specialty equipment repairs.Manage testing, calibration, and actuator troubleshooting for critical isolation, control, and relief valves.Support inspection and quality activities, including provision of associated non-specialty craft support required for activities integrity inspections, torquing, hydrostatic testing, NDE, thickness measurements, and corrosion monitoringEnsure proper handling of insulation systems and structural supports that protect static equipment in cryogenic serviceResource Coordination, Collaboration & Process Improvement
Partner with Operations, Maintenance Reliability, Maintenance Projects and Engineering teams to clarify priorities, manage resource constraints, and sequence work effectively.Liaise with planning / scheduling to confirm job packs, material staging, and permits are ready for crew mobilizationPartner with Procurement and Warehouse on goods received and material loading, as applicable.Coordinate with contractor management specialists for crew onboarding and qualificationsenabling you to focus on field executionEnsure availability and proper use of tools, equipment, and PPE for all mechanical work.Facilitate field-driven improvement initiatives : barrier analyses, reliability feedback loops, and best-practice sharingSupport Annual Maintenance Plans, budget and schedule targets by providing field input to scope to assist planning in providing accurate cost estimates and tracking performance.Provide field-based insights to Maintenance Programs, feeding back performance data and improvement ideas.Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, across all levels of the organization.Champion enhancements to tools, procedures, or job-pack quality that boost efficiency and reduce reworkEmbed lessons learned into daily routines to elevate execution across the maintenance organizationTeam Leadership & Development
Coach, mentor, and evaluate technicians through hands-on feedback and on-the-job training.Support development and improvement of training programs and conduct capability assessments to close skill gaps.Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and pride in workmanship.Address personnel issues fairly and pragmatically, creating a strong team environment.Maintenance Execution Leadership Expectations
Leadership Accountabilities
Own day-to-day maintenance results in your area, including personal safety, execution quality, schedule adherence, and cost efficiency.Ensure the team complies with Golden Pass management systems, integrity standards, and regulatory requirements, as well as all business controls.Drive equipment availability by removing execution barriers and anticipating resource or material constraints.Champion maintenance excellence by aligning field execution with the Golden Pass Maintenance Process and operational needs.Verify technicians are trained, competent, and fully understand system expectations and procedural requirements.Cultivate cross-functional teamwork with Operations, Maintenance Reliability / Programs / Planning, Engineering, and SSHE&R teams to deliver premium support to asset team performance.Continuously challenge and improve safety, material usage, labor productivity, and cycle times to optimize overall maintenance costs.Develop and sustain technician competencies in systems, procedures, and maintenance processesDrive Safety, Values, and Culture Performance
Model and reinforce Golden Pass values. Be an active sponsor for areas of focus as set out by the team :Safety : "We will Work Safely or Not at All"
People : "Our People Drive Us Forward and We Work Together to Grow"Integrity : "We Will Do Everything With Integrity"Community & Environment : "We Are Part of the Community and the Environment. It Is Our Future"Champion PSMS through facilitation of daily safety briefings, toolbox talks, and LSRA / LAI sessions to surface hazards and mitigation plans.Perform field verification and validation of safety toolsLOTO, work permits, JSAsand ensure any deviations are properly documented and approved.Sponsor targeted safety initiatives (e.g., PPE upgrades, near-miss reporting campaigns) and track their performance using the Enablon and Safety Observation / Hazard ID program.Lead and / or participate in after action reviews and incident / near-miss investigations, identify root-cause factors, and implement corrective actions that balance behavioral and facility improvements.Report safety findings and improvement plans to functional leadership, ensuring transparency and accountability.Ensure deviations to safe work practices are approved and managedChampion Golden Pass Culture and model the Guiding Principles and BehaviorsDeliver Functional Excellence
Align with Maintenance Management and Reliability teams on risk-based work selection and reliability strategies to focus resources on highest-impact tasks.Champion quality stewardship meetings to validate field expectations and continuous-improvement initiativesMonitor and respond to KPI scorecards (PM compliance, backlog trends, LACDs). Identify improvement opportunities and execute action plans.Annual maintenance-plan compliance (PMs & repairs)Preventive maintenance (PM) compliance rateWork orders completed by LACD and basic finish dateForelog / backlog trends (accumulated risk)Safety Incidents, Near-Miss Reporting, observations