Position Overview:The Sr. Manager, Turnarounds provides strategic leadership and governance for all turnaround activities at Motiva's Port Arthur Manufacturing Complex. This role is accountable for developing and executing long-term turnaround strategies that align with site operational and company business objectives while ensuring safe, reliable, and cost-effective delivery. This position reports to the Director, Maintenance.
Responsibilities:- Partner with plant operations, maintenance, engineering, and senior leadership to develop multi-year turnaround strategies aligned with asset integrity, reliability, and business performance goals.
- Collaborate with department leadership teams to establish turnaround policies, define project priorities, and ensure cross-functional alignment and integration.
- Integrate capital projects, maintenance events, and reliability initiatives into cohesive turnaround plans.
- Provide strategic oversight and guidance to turnaround project management teams.
- Serve as primary liaison between turnaround leadership and site leadership team, delivering clear communication on performance, risks, and mitigation plans.
- Promote a strong safety culture, ensuring adherence to Process Safety Management (PSM) and environmental regulations.
- Establish and enforce safety protocols and regulatory compliance standards.
- Lead risk assessments and drive continuous improvement in hazard mitigation practices.
- Implement lessons learned processes to improve cost control, productivity, and schedule reliability across future events.
- Develop current and future leaders within the Turnaround team.
Experience and Qualifications:Required Education and Experience: - 15+ years of experience working in a technical role within the refining or petrochemicals industry
- 10+ years of experience supervising staff employees within turnaround or maintenance
- Knowledge and experience with Motiva turnaround work processes
- Demonstration of Motiva's values and behaviors
- Proven track record of delivering results through others
- Ability to communicate effectively and build strong professional relationships at all levels of the organization
Preferred Education and Experience: - Bachelor's degree in Engineering or in a similar technical discipline
Physical Requirements: - Physical ability to work around and on industrial equipment, including frequent climbing of stairs and ladders
- Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in designated areas (respirator, hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, heeled boots, and hearing protection)
We reserve the right to amend or withdraw Motiva jobs at any time, including prior to the closing date. Depending on qualifications, the successful candidate may be offered a position at a more appropriate level and/or grade.
Applicants for regular U.S. positions must be authorized to work in the United States for Motiva Enterprises LLC without the need for sponsorship of an immigration authorization or visa (for example, TN, H-1B, or other employment-based immigration authorization or visa).
