 Profile Statement At Nexen, it's not just what we do that makes us a leader in our industry it's how we do it. Nexen is a Canadian-based energy company with international assets. We're building a sustainable future with our unconventional resource developments and world-class operations. From oil sands, coalbed methane and shale gas in North America to the deep waters of the Gulf of Mexico, the North Sea, offshore West Africa and the Middle East, Nexen is at the forefront of industry innovation and development.
We've earned a global reputation for doing the right thing, giving us the edge in many challenging locations around the world. Our company cares. That means we build relationships with stakeholders based on integrity and open dialogue. And, we strive to minimize the impact of our activities on communities and the natural environment. We do all we can to ensure our employees and contractors go home safely at the end of every work day. Our workplace is exciting, challenging and fun. We encourage initiative and welcome innovative ideas from everyone at any level. We're a company you can believe in.
Nexen has over 3,800 employees worldwide and is listed on both the New York and Toronto stock exchanges.
Compressed Work Schedule This position is eligible for Nexen's Compressed Work Schedule program (CWS). This program provides flexibility in work hours to assist employees in balancing their work and personal lives. CWS participants work eight hours and 40 minutes per day and earn two Fridays off per month, for a total of 24 days off annually.
Position Overview The Senior Staff Advisor Ready For Operations, reporting to the RFO Services Manager will have responsibility for the delivery of business processes related to new plant operations readiness within Synthetic Oil. As a representative of the Manager - Maintenance, the incumbent will ensure that the practices and processes of Maintenance Excellence (ME) are delivered for all projects that the Major Projects group executes. The Senior Staff Advisor will bring senior leadership (as a recognize expert in the field) to the RFO execution teams acting as advisor; taking initiative, and making independent decisions in the development of detailed practices for RFO execution from a common vision. Having significant experience at a senior level, including the management of multi-trade maintenance organizations s/he supports additional Operations needs as required (e.g. SWSS, ESCS, TASP). Ensures that the RFO practices are consistent with the Synthetic Oil operations plans.
Job Duties/Responsibilities
Develop core RFO (Functional) Processes and Procedures, interfacing with Major projects functional groups and Operations to ensure alignment;
Ensure Operations considerations and requirements are established early in the project cycle and incorporated into contracting strategies, facility design, and organizational readiness;
Ensure that all current and new business process within RFO are consistent with Long Lake site practice by maintaining and fostering relationships within the operating organization;
Identify and champion opportunities to improve the delivery of ME within Major projects;
Within scope, engage consultants/contractors to provide specific elements of program design;
Serve as a technical expert in the areas of Maintenance Operations and design;
Engage Long Lake resources as required in the development of RFO scope;
Complete audits of project team RFO activities related to production readiness;
Ensure that RFO processes and procedures are utilized by Major Projects in the delivery of facilities;
Provide reports to Senior Project Management regarding readiness;
Mentor RFO execution staff throughout the project process;
Act as the primary contact for Major projects functional groups regarding the design of standards and processes, and engage appropriate resources as required to support these functional groups;
Liaise with external agencies as required in the development of business processes;
Participate as technical authority when required during the execution phase of major projects;
Responsible for early stage staffing of execution teams;
Lead hiring teams and support project leadership in hiring of RFO resources.
Maintain close contact with site leadership and ensure engagement/alignment with their needs;
Plan and schedule resources in order to support the execution teams;
Stewardship of the lessons learned process for maintenance aspects of projects, including maintaining knowledge of other projects in the region.
Required Skills:
Education/Experience
Trade Designation;
PMP designation would be an asset;
A minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in the design, maintenance, and operations of large petrochemical or chemical processes;
Direct experience in the management of shift organizations and maintenance staff;
At least 5 years at a senior leadership level;
Strong leadership and communications skills;
Experience in communicating/negotiating with Regulatory Agencies (i.e. ABSA, AENV, ERCB);
Experience in the development of complex system and or processes;
Specific knowledge of both SAGD and Upgrading equipment and maintenance practices.
Core Competencies Adaptability/Managing Change: Ability to embrace new technologies, meet emerging market demands, respond effectively to changing conditions, apply continuous improvement techniques and create new business opportunities.
Leadership: Ability to achieve desired results by encouraging and supporting the contributions of others possession of required knowledge, skills and experience to work effectively with others throughout the organization.
Teamwork: Knowledge, skill and ability to work effectively with others to achieve optimal collective results.
Communication: Ability to speak and write clearly and succinctly in a variety of settings and styles; ability to secure information, listen effectively and get messages across that have the desired effect.
Global Cultural Sensitivity: Ability to work successfully in any community by effectively handling cultural, political and economic differences.
Technical/Operating Skills: Possession of appropriate technical and operational knowledge, skills and experience to ensure performance at a high level of accomplishment.
Initiative: Think critically and act logically to evaluate situations and generates required steps to ensure success.
Closing Statement Nexen Inc. offers a competitive compensation and benefits package and excellent opportunities for growth and advancement.
No agency or telephone inquiries please.
Only resumes of candidates being considered will be acknowledged.
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