Maintenance Supervisor / Chief Inspector
We are currently searching for a Maintenance Supervisor / Chief Inspector. This position is responsible for providing standards and direction for the engineering practices and reliability programs in the areas of fixed equipment, inspection and mechanical integrity. The Chief Inspector owns the implementation and maintenance of the fixed equipment inspection programs to ensure compliance with applicable industry standards, regulations and RAGAGEP.
Targeted Outcomes
- Emphasis on a reliability centered culture across the site
- Short, medium and long-term fixed equipment requirements identified and championed to support reliable, and compliant operations
- Development and leadership of fixed equipment and inspection programs that drive the performance of the fixed equipment at the site
- Ensures all operating equipment is properly inspected as per integrity threads keeping in mind regulatory requirements
Key Responsibilities
Accountable for developing and implementing a plant / site wide fixed equipment inspection program that is compliant with all Federal, State and local laws and compliant with Industry Codes / Standards and meets corporate requirementsDevelopment of a department budget, scoping routine and turnaround work, providing oversight of training and certification of inspection personnel, scheduling / maintaining all inspection activitiesAssumes overall responsibility for the Inspection work process (coordinating input between Corrosion, Materials, Inspection, Process, Maintenance, and Operations staff), which generally include the review and analysis of equipment design, operating and condition data resulting in a risk ranking and prioritize of inspection plansSupervises all phases of the inspection staff including Area inspectors and directs on site contractor for NDE and run and maintain servicesProvide input / oversight to Fitness for Service program to determine the remaining life and need for repair, replace or re-inspection of fixed equipmentReviewing T / A inspection plans and recommendationsSupport capital project inspection needsMaintain and report on department Key Performance Indicators and Corporate MetricsDevelop and revise inspection procedures to keep up with industry advancements and new code requirementsProvides technical support in-regards to quality assurance, quality control of equipment fabrication, alteration, and repair to ensure compliance with engineering specifications, drawings, applicable codes, standards, jurisdictional and our client's requirementsAdvises on changes to operating conditions that could affect the expected life or mechanical integrity of pressure equipmentActively supports turnarounds and outages with the expected work commitmentParticipates in process safety activities as required in order to better understand over pressure protection methods used by the organization. Reviews MOC initiatives as required and provides guidance for approval and potential compliance issuesHelps prepare periodic and regular regulatory inspections by interacting with all pressure equipment integrity stakeholders. Follows up on findings from audits to ensure they are completed prior to committed deadlinesMentor and train field-based integrity / maintenance personnel on pressure equipment integrity related issuesIdentify and administer training programs for Fixed Equipment Inspection personnelProvide continuous performance feedback and improvement assistance for group employees to ensure their professional growthEnsure adequate metrics are implemented to ensure timely inspection program performance is measured and reviewedMaintain and review mechanical integrity recommendations for all relevant projects to include routine Work Order RCA'sSupport expense and capital project development related to fixed equipment (specification reviews, drawing reviews, contractor / supplier QC reviews as requested)When requested, lead incident investigations for incidents involving equipment failuresProvide 10 year long range plan for fixed equipment reliability projects to functional and plant management and contribute to the development of strategic and tactical business plans to achieve goals for the siteTeam
Reports to : Mechanical Reliability ManagerDirect Reports : Area Inspectors, Contract NDE inspection servicesRequired Experience
Minimum 15 years of inspection or mechanical integrity work backgroundAPI 510 / 570 / 653 and / or CWI CertificationTwo-year technical degree preferred but will consider experience in lieu of degreePossess a good working knowledge of common refinery process units and damage mechanismsHave or be able to test and qualify for a National Board Commission (NBIC)Required Skills
Able to balance leadership responsibilities along with technical support as neededExcellent understanding and demonstrated fluency in reliability centered processes (engineering practices, incident investigation & RCFA, maintenance processes and strategies)Demonstrated ability to effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously, set aggressive but realistic schedulesWorking knowledge of industry personnel safety, process safety, and design standards and proceduresProven ability to lead, influence, and mentor staffExcellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative leadership styleExcellent verbal, analytical, organizational, technical writing and presentation skills.Excellent coaching and facilitation skills and high energy level bringing employees and teams together.Excellent understanding and experience with equipment reliability programs and engineering practices and standardsProficient in utilizing computer and Microsoft Office applications including MS Excel, Word, Power Point, and OutlookWhy is This a Great Opportunity
Location Pensacola Fl Sun Fun Year Around, Home of The U S Navy Blue Angels, Major Chemical & Fiber processor. Shooting range on the plant site