Reliability Team Lead

Entity :

Production & Operations

Job Family Group : Operations Group

Job Description : Role Synopsis

The Reliability Team Lead is responsible for overseeing a team dedicated to ensuring the reliability, safety, and internal compliance of bpx upstream oil and gas operations in the Eagle Ford asset. This role focuses on proactive maintenance strategies, troubleshooting, and regulatory support to minimize downtime, optimize asset performance, and ensure environmental and safety compliance.

Key Accountabilities

Preventative Maintenance Leadership :

Develop and execute preventative maintenance programs for critical upstream equipment.

Ensure timely inspections and servicing to maximize equipment reliability and lifespan.

Flare Systems :

Oversee flare preventative maintenance and troubleshooting to ensure safe and efficient operation.

Air Compressors :

Manage air compressor preventative maintenance schedules and resolve operational issues promptly.

Leak Detection & Repair (LDAR) :

Implement and monitor LDAR programs to minimize emissions and maintain regulatory compliance.

Safety-Critical Equipment :

Coordinate testing and compliance activities for safety-critical equipment in accordance with industry standards and regulations.

Gas Cooler Fleet Management :

Lead maintenance and performance optimization for gas cooler assets across the fleet.

Regulatory & Emissions Support :

Collaborate with the regulatory team on emissions management initiatives and reporting requirements.

Team Leadership :

Supervise, mentor, and develop reliability technicians.

Foster a culture of safety, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.

Essential Experience and Education

10+ years of experience in upstream oil and gas operations, with a focus on reliability and maintenance.

Strong knowledge of preventative maintenance strategies and reliability principles.

Experience managing contractors and roustabout crews.

Familiarity with regulatory requirements related to emissions and safety-critical equipment. Experience with SAP-PM.

Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

How much do we pay (Base)? $141,000 - $166,000

Note that the pay range listed for this position is a good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible base compensation at the time of posting.

Why join us?

At bpx, we support our people to learn and grow in a diverse and challenging environment. We believe that our team is strengthened by diversity. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment in which everyone is respected and treated fairly.

We offer a reward and wellbeing package to enable your work to fit with your life. These can include, but not limited to, access to health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible working schedule, paid time off policy, discretionary annual bonus program, long-term incentive program, and a generous 401(k) matching program.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodations.

Discover your place with us and help our business meet the challenges of reimagining and reinventing the future of energy.

Travel Requirement

Up to 10% travel should be expected with this role

Relocation Assistance :

This role is not eligible for relocation

Remote Type :

This position is not available for remote working

Skills : Legal Disclaimer :

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, socioeconomic status, neurodiversity / neurocognitive functioning, veteran status or disability status.Individuals with an accessibility need may request an adjustment / accommodation related to bp’s recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an adjustment / accommodation related to the recruitment process,please contact us .

If you are selected for a position and depending upon your role, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy. This may include pre-placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks.