Freeport LNG

Sr. Panel Operator - LQF

LocationQuintana, TX
Job TypeFull-time

About This Job

Quintana, TX, US
Posted On: 05/15/2025
Employment Type: Full Time
Job Class: Operations


Job Summary

As a member of the Freeport LNG team, contribute positively to assist in the development of an organization that embraces a commitment to safety, environmental best practice, continuous improvement and teamwork.

The Senior Panel Operator (SPO)-LQF will work within the Production Operations department to ensure safe, efficient, and consistent panel operations of all units, assist with training of new Panel Operators and promote Control Room excellence under the direction of the Shift Supervisor and Team Leader. The Senior Panel Operator will be based in the LQF Control Room and will not be required to rotate outside on a scheduled basis. There may be rare circumstances where outside coverage by the SPO is necessary to meet business needs, but those will be managed on a case by case basis.


Duties/Responsibilities

Safe and efficient operation of the LQF DCS control consoles

Assist Shift Supervisor to ensure Daily Operating Instructions, Standing Instructions, and Process Operating Guidelines are followed each shift
Oversight of all LQF DCS control consoles to ensure consistency across all units and adherence to procedures and best practices
Monitor all facility equipment and terminal operations through facility DCS systems and make appropriate adjustments to ensure systems are maintained within their safe operating envelope
Ensure panel-related Daily Operating Instructions, Standing Instructions, and Process Operating Guidelines are followed each shift by all panels
Coordinate with fellow Senior Panel Operators to present operational, procedural, and general systems improvement ideas to Supervision
Assist Trainers with training and assessing of new Panel Operators, including support on the training simulator
Provide technical support and feedback to Maintenance, Operations, and Engineering as requested
Understand Incident Command functions and perform in IC roles as assigned. Roles could include DCS Lead, Muster Reporter, Scribe, or First Responder
Understand and adhere to all applicable Standard Operating Procedures


Essential Functions

Perform audits of PTW, LOTO, Inhibits and Overrides, and Task Manager systems to ensure compliance

Review and update procedures as directed by supervision
Comply with all facility safety, environmental and health requirements
Participate in and contribute to emergency response drills and table top exercises
Attend scheduled regulatory training and drills to maintain IMT status
Assist and train new or less experienced employees
Stay current on all required training, certifications, and MOC requirements
Develop procedures, method statements, LOTOs, etc. as directed by supervision
Participate in risk assessments, HazOps, PHAs, etc., as requested
Other duties as assigned and deemed necessary by facility supervision
Must be able to work a rotating 12 hour shift and able to cover scheduled and unscheduled overtime.
Must have the ability to drive a motor vehicle in order to perform the duties required at all FLNG locations


Minimum Qualification/Work Experience


Minimum Required:

High School Graduate or GED equivalent and in process of acquiring Process Technology Degree or 7-10+ years’ experience
7-10+ years’ experience in Operations of an LNG, NGL or Chemical Plant DCS system (Honeywell Experian) experience required
3+ years’ experience operating a DCS panel of a large-scale APCI liquefaction facility


Preferred:

Associates Degree in Process Technology


Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Good written/verbal technical communication skills

Ability to provide clear work instruction to others
Ability to receive and follow work instruction from Supervisors/Team leaders
Must have strong training/mentoring skills
Active learner
Self-starter/motivated
Trouble shooting/analytical skills with the ability to logically work through process problems and upsets
Ability to develop and follow operating procedures
Good mechanical background
Trained in Emergency Response
Ability to work under pressure in a rapidly changing environment
Strong commitment to HSE with the ability to inspire and lead others


HSE Roles and Responsibilities

Support the policies, efforts, and programs of Freeport LNG Health, Safety and Environmental Management System. Actively participate in the HSE Management System Policies. Ensure that HSE concerns are given priority in all activities completed within their area of responsibility. Implement routine inspections to ensure safe operating conditions.


Working Conditions and Physical Expectations

Though this role is primarily assigned to the Control Building, there may be an occasional requirement to work outside due to emergency coverage, incident, Turnaround, etc.

Ability to move throughout all areas of the facility
Able to wear all necessary PPE equipment to perform job functions
Stand and/or sit continuously and perform job functions for a full shift
Physically able to walk, stand, bend, stoop, kneel, reach, twist, lift, push, pull, climb, balance, crouch, handle and move items weighing up to 50 lbs. without assistance
Visual acuity corrected to perform job functions
Ability to distinguish color to perform job functions
Exposure to indoor and outdoor weather conditions
Not necessarily protected from weather and temperature changes
Possible exposure to hot, cold, wet, humid or windy weather conditions
Exposure to constant, or intermittent sounds of a pitch level sufficient to cause marked distraction
Exposure to moving mechanical parts and electrical circuits
May be required to enter confined spaces

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