Senior Manager Operations

Requisition Number: 26688

At UGI Utilities, Inc. we believe in providing a superior range of energy products and services to our customers in a safe, affordable manner. As our energy needs evolve, UGI will be there providing safe and reliable service that brings warmth and comfort to our 750,000 customers in 45 counties in Pennsylvania and 1 county in Maryland.

We strive to reflect the communities we serve by attracting and retaining top talent, while maintaining a diverse workforce that embraces our culture of safety, service, and integrity. As an employee of UGI Utilities, you can expect a competitive total compensation plan and comprehensive benefits. Employees work in a collaborative environment, have upward mobility opportunities, and the ability to enjoy a true work life balance.

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Job Summary

This Senior Manager Operations role is responsible for directing the South Region utility operations in a fiscally efficient and effective manner while maintaining a safe and reliable gas distribution system. The successful candidate will lead operational performance to achieve objectives related to safety, reliability, compliance and financial performance for the Middletown, Lancaster, Lewistown, Huntingdon, Bedford, Shippensburg, Waynesboro and Oxford locations.

Duties and Responsibilities

- Establish area operating budget for utility operations and manage area performance to meet budget.

- Manage area maintenance capital budget to ensure effective use of dollars while maintaining the integrity of the distribution system.

- Develop and prioritize operations goals consistent with area and divisional goals and direct the operation to meet these goals.

- Provide area leadership to encourage interdepartmental communication and cooperation in support of the company objectives.

- Develop a strong supervisory team and promote individual growth, cooperation and development among the operating section employees

- Perform other duties and special projects as assigned

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

- Working knowledge of Gas Operations Manual, Emergency Plan

- Knowledge of DOT and PUC regulations

- Knowledge of gas distribution system operating procedures

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills

- Experience supervising and leading staff

- Valid driving’s license and safe driving history (confirmed by driver’s record check)

Education and Experience

- Bachelors Degree Preferred – Engineering or Business

- 5 to 10 years progressive experience in the pipeline industry

- OSHA, ICS training and certification preferred

- Valid driver’s license. Must obtain PA driver’s license if current license is from another state

- Demonstrable computer skills and/or aptitude, basic business and accounting/finance experience or education

UGI Utilities, Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Company does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, disability, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other legally protected class in its practices.

Successful applicants shall be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment, and if hired, shall be subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with UGI policies.

As a federal contractor that engages in safety-sensitive work, UGI cannot permit employees in certain positions to use medical marijuana, even if prescribed by an authorized physician. Similarly, applicants for such positions who are actively using medical marijuana may be denied hire on that basis.