ONEOK Energy Services

Director - Operations

ONEOK Energy Services • $175K — $263K *
Tulsa, OK 74133In-Person
Energy & Utilities
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in business, management, engineering, or related field; relevant experience may substitute.
  • Thorough knowledge of natural gas liquids operations.
  • Experience with all phases of project management and regulatory compliance in pipeline construction.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to negotiate and advise effectively.
  • Proficient in financial analysis and budget planning.

Responsibilities

  • Direct field operations across multiple systems including plant, field, and engineering.
  • Manage and monitor capital and Operational and Maintenance (O&M) budgets.
  • Oversee emergency procedures, ensuring compliance with safety policies and thorough documentation.
  • Manage manpower and equipment utilization, assessing and prioritizing projects accordingly.
  • Audit operations for efficiency, compliance, and recommend design alterations for safety improvements.
  • Interact with teams, public officials, and stakeholders on various operational matters.
  • Prepare comprehensive reports on budgets, incidents, and customer feedback.

Benefits

  • Strong commitment to safety culture and operational excellence.
  • Opportunity to drive organizational performance across regions.
  • Access to ongoing safety and job-training programs.
  • Engagement with diverse teams and stakeholders on various projects.
  • Potential for professional growth and leadership opportunities.
Full Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
The Director of NGL Pipeline Operations is responsible for asset performance, organizational performance, and driving operational excellence across multiple regions. This role leads frontline leadership teams, sets clear expectations, and ensures consistent execution of standards to achieve incident-free operations and meet performance targets. The Director champions a strong safety culture, ensures full compliance with DOT, OSHA, and environmental requirements, and proactively manages risk. Success in this role requires building accountable, high-performing teams, aligning operations with broader business strategy, and delivering disciplined execution that supports long-term asset reliability and commercial objectives.
Job Profile Summary

Directs gathering, processing, and transmission activities encompassing large geographic area.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities
  • Direct field operations, including but not limited to:
    • Plant systems
    • Field systems
    • Reliability and optimization
    • Engineering
    • Project Development
    • Workforce Development
  • Oversee in planning and monitoring capital and Operating and Maintenance (O&M) budgets
  • Oversee emergency situations ensuring compliance with safety policies, available resources, proper documentation and post incident review. Coordinate ongoing safety and job-related training to comply with company policies
  • Oversee utilization of manpower and equipment through assessing, scheduling and prioritizing projects
  • Audit operations and records for efficiency and compliance with government codes. Design alterations and/or additions to pipeline systems to resolve pressure, safety and compliance problems
  • Interact with direct and indirect reports, corporate personnel, regional personnel, public officials, union representatives, contractors, customers and civic organizations on issues including general operating activities, employee issues, public projects and project scheduling
  • Monitor, review, develop and prepare information, including but not limited to:
    • Construction budget planning and analysis
    • Incident reports
    • Customer complaint resolutions
    • Financial analysis
    • Contractors' work projects
    • Company's response to public officials' correspondence
    • Department reports
  • Responsibilities may include Department of Transportation (DOT) covered functions, including operations, maintenance, or emergency response on a pipeline. Job duties also require the employee to be alert and respond immediately to dangerous or hazardous conditions, and where impaired performance, or failure to follow safety precautions, could result in serious injury or property damage.


Education
  • Bachelor's Degree in business administration, management, engineering, other related field or an equivalent combination of formal education and the following job related experience:


Work Experience
  • Experience with and thorough knowledge of natural gas liquids operations
  • Experience with all phases of project management including pipeline construction, budgets, financial analyses and regulatory compliance
  • Experience in use and function of office equipment including computer and applicable software
  • Experience and/or training related to:
    • Cathodic protection and pressure control
    • Measurement
    • Financial analysis
    • Company/governmental regulations
    • Environmental Safety and Health
    • Interpersonal communications
  • Experience reading, analyzing and/or understanding operations manuals, tariff information, right-of-way agreements, easements, job orders, survey reports, contracts, safety manual, industry magazines, government regulations, labor agreements and company policies and procedures
  • Experience composing and preparing internal and external correspondence, budgets, department reports, construction reports, status reports, company standards, instructional diagrams and written procedures and employee information
  • Experience leading, directing, supervising and training
  • Experience interacting, advising, negotiating and communicating effectively
  • Experience preparing information, conducting meetings and making presentations


Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Ability to: communicate and/or exchange information or instruction
  • Ability to: apply math and algebraic formulas


Licenses and Certifications
  • None required


Strength Factor Rating - Physical Demands/Requirements
  • Sedentary Work - Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.


Strength Factor Description - Physical Demands/Requirements
  • Standing: Remaining on one's feet in an upright position at a work station without moving about (Occasionally)
  • Walking: Moving about on foot (Frequently)
  • Sitting: Remaining in a seated position (Constantly)
  • Lifting: Raising or lowering an object from one level to another (includes upward pulling) (Occasionally)
  • Carrying: Transporting an object, usually holding it in the hands or arms, or on the shoulder (Occasionally)
  • Pushing: Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves away from the force (Occasionally)
  • Pulling: Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves toward the force (includes jerking) (Occasionally)
  • Climbing: Ladders, Stairs (Occasionally)
  • Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling (Occasionally)
  • Stooping: Bending the body downward and forward by bending the spine at the waist (Occasionally)
  • Kneeling: Bending the legs at the knees to come to rest on the knee or knees (Occasionally)
  • Crouching: Bending the body downward and forward by bending the legs and spine (Occasionally)
  • Crawling: Moving about on the hands and arms in any direction (Occasionally)
  • Reaching: Extending hands and arms in any direction (Constantly)
  • Handling: Seizing, holding, grasping, turning or otherwise working with the hand or hands (Manual Dexterity) (Constantly)
  • Fingering: Picking, pinching or otherwise working with the fingers primarily (Finger Dexterity) (Constantly)
  • Feeling: Perceiving such attributes of objects/materials as size, shape, temperature, texture, movement or pulsation by receptors in the skin, particularly those of the finger tips (Constantly)
  • Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas/information by means of the spoken word (Frequently)
  • Hearing: Perceiving the nature of sound by the ear (Frequently)
  • Tasting/Smelling: (Occasionally)
  • Near Vision: Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less (Constantly)
  • Far Vision: Clarity of vision at 20 feet for more (Frequently)
  • Depth Perception: Three-dimensional vision; ability to judge distances and spatial relationships so as to see objects where and as they actually are (Frequently)
  • Vision: Color - The ability to identify and distinguish colors (Constantly)


Working Conditions/Environment
  • Employee is subject to inside environmental conditions


Working Conditions
  • Well lighted, climate controlled areas (Constantly)
  • Frequent repetitive motion (Constantly)
  • CRT (Computer Monitor(s)) (Constantly)


Travel
  • Travel to other locations required


Driving
  • Based on assigned tasks, employee may be assigned a company vehicle requiring the applicable driver's license


Expected Salary Range
$175,000.00 - $263,000.00

About ONEOK Energy Services

ONEOK is a publicly-traded limited partnership engaged in natural gas liquids, natural gas pipelines, and natural gas gathering and processing. It is a Fortune 500 company and is included in Standard & Poor's (S&P) 500 Stock Index. Originally founded in 1906 as an intrastate natural gas pipeline business in Oklahoma, today ONEOK is one of the nation's premier energy companies involved in the natural gas and natural gas liquids businesses. Its business segments provide safe, reliable energy and services to their diverse customers. By following a strategy that blends the performance and profitability of all of the segments, ONEOK is able to deliver sustainable earnings growth for shareholders. ONEOK’s success is driven by employees who strive to better not only their company but also the communities in which they live.

ONEOK Energy Services Careers

Join the dynamic team at ONEOK Energy Services, a leader in the energy sector, and propel your career to new heights in an environment that fosters growth, innovation, and leadership. As one of the premier energy companies, ONEOK offers a range of job opportunities that allow professionals to excel in their fields and contribute to a sustainable energy future.

Work You’ll Do

At ONEOK Energy Services, you will engage in meaningful work that directly impacts our company and the industry. Our team is at the forefront of the energy sector, leading projects that enhance how energy is produced, distributed, and consumed. Your role within our company will position you at the intersection of energy solutions and technological advancement, driving change and delivering results that matter.

Innovative Work Environment

Embrace the opportunity to work alongside some of the brightest minds in the energy sector. Our team of over 10,000 dedicated professionals is committed to fostering an atmosphere of innovation and excellence. At ONEOK, you will leverage cutting-edge technology and deep industry expertise to deliver high-impact solutions across various markets.

Career Development and Growth

ONEOK Energy Services is committed to the professional growth of its employees. Whether you are just starting your career or are a seasoned professional, ONEOK provides unparalleled career advancement opportunities, including professional development programs, leadership training, and diversity initiatives. Our robust training programs are designed to enhance your skills and prepare you for leadership roles within the company.

Join Our Team

Explore the wide range of job opportunities at ONEOK Energy Services, from entry-level positions to executive roles. We are hiring talented individuals who are passionate about the energy industry and eager to make a difference. Our team values diversity, and we strive to create an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive.

Internship Programs

Kickstart your career with an internship at ONEOK Energy Services. Our internships provide hands-on experience in real-world projects that prepare you for a successful career in the energy sector. Interns at ONEOK gain valuable industry insights and have the opportunity to network with professionals and leaders within the company.

Benefits and Culture

ONEOK Energy Services offers a comprehensive benefits package that supports the health, well-being, and financial security of our employees and their families. Our company culture promotes teamwork, integrity, and respect—values that are integral to our corporate identity and business approach.

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Explore ONEOK Energy Services Careers

Discover the exciting and rewarding career opportunities waiting for you at ONEOK Energy Services. Let your ambition lead you to success in a company that is as committed to your career as you are. Join us and be part of a team that is reshaping the energy landscape. [SEARCH ONEOK JOBS](#) [READ CAREERS BLOG](#) [JOB ALERT EMAILS](#)
Learn more about ONEOK Energy Services
Size
2,847 employees
Market Cap
$28.8 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
$612.8 million
Founded
1988
5 Year Trend
+13.1%
Revenue
$8.5 billion
NASDAQ
OKE
* Ladders Estimates

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