Title: Manager Pipeline Safety Compliance
Company: Peoples Gas System
State and City: Florida   -  Tampa
Shift: 8 Hr. X 5 Days

Lead Safety. Drive Compliance. Protect Communities.

At Peoples Gas, safety is more than a priority. It's at the core of everything we do.

We're seeking an experienced Manager, Pipeline Safety Compliance to lead programs that help ensure the safe, reliable, and compliant operation of one of Florida's largest natural gas distribution systems. In this strategic leadership role, you'll help shape the future of pipeline safety, influence enterprise-wide compliance initiatives, and partner with leaders across the organization to strengthen operational excellence and risk management. 

If you're passionate about regulatory compliance, continuous improvement, operational integrity, and developing high-performing teams, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on customers, communities, and the future of energy. 

Why Join Peoples Gas?

• Lead critical safety and compliance programs that impact thousands of customers
• Partner with senior leadership, regulators, and operational teams
• Help shape enterprise-wide pipeline safety strategy
• Influence compliance, risk management, and quality assurance initiatives
• Lead continuous improvement efforts that improve safety and operational performance
• Build and develop a team committed to excellence

What You'll Do

 Lead Pipeline Safety & Compliance Programs

• Lead and enhance pipeline safety compliance, quality assurance, and continuous improvement programs. 
• Support strategic and tactical initiatives designed to reduce operational risk and strengthen safety performance. 
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) that measure compliance and operational effectiveness. 
• Advance Pipeline Safety Management System (PSMS) initiatives and compliance efforts. 

Manage Risk, Audits & Regulatory Compliance

• Lead internal compliance assessments, quality assurance reviews, and risk evaluations. 
• Manage compliance programs related to PHMSA, FPSC, and internal regulatory requirements. 
• Identify trends, risks, and opportunities for process improvement and corrective action. 

Serve as a Regulatory Leader

• Act as a primary liaison with regulatory agencies, including PHMSA and the Florida Public Service Commission (FPSC). 
• Coordinate audit activities, regulatory communications, reporting, and issue resolution. 
• Support inspections and ensure regulatory commitments are completed effectively. 

Lead & Develop Teams

• Provide leadership and direction to compliance and quality assurance professionals. 
• Foster employee development, succession planning, and team performance. 
• Build a culture focused on accountability, safety, collaboration, and continuous learning. 

Influence Strategic Decisions

• Prepare executive-level reports and recommendations regarding compliance performance and risk mitigation. 
• Present updates to senior leadership and oversight committees. 
• Partner with Operations, Engineering, Integrity Management, IT, Legal, and Finance teams to drive compliance excellence. 

What Success Looks Like

• Strong regulatory compliance performance across the organization
• Successful audits and inspections with timely resolution of findings
• Effective risk management and quality assurance programs
• Consistent, sustainable safety processes and operational standards
• Highly engaged and capable compliance teams
• Trusted relationships with regulatory agencies and internal stakeholders

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Science, Engineering, or a related field. 
• 8+ years of direct experience in natural gas operations compliance administration. Fluent in operations of a gas distribution company. 
• 3+ years of leadership or supervisory experience. 
• Knowledge of natural gas distribution operations.
• Working knowledge of the design and operational characteristics of natural gas distribution systems, including gate stations, regulator stations, and meter sets. 
• Literate in work and asset/ data management systems.
• Knowledge and understanding of relevant municipal, state and federal regulations pertaining to natural gas distribution.  Understanding of quality assurance processes.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills.
• Ability to problem solve and to analyze problems logically.
• Knowledge of the geographic service territory.
• Must be well organized and have demonstrated good project management skills with the ability to prioritize.
• Be self-motivated with the ability to work independently. 

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in gas operations oversight or regulatory enforcement. 
• Knowledge of PHMSA and FPSC regulations. 
• Experience leading quality assurance, compliance, or operational excellence initiatives. 

Skills That Will Help You Thrive

• Pipeline Safety Management
• Regulatory Compliance
• PHMSA & FPSC Requirements
• Natural Gas Distribution Operations
• Quality Assurance & Quality Control
• Risk Assessment & Mitigation
• Operational Excellence
• Change Management
• Project Management
• Leadership & Team Development
• Audit Management
• Stakeholder Engagement

Work Environment

This role combines office and field responsibilities and includes regular travel throughout Peoples Gas' Florida service territory. You'll work directly with operations teams, visit construction and operational sites, and support regulatory inspections and audits. 

Ready to Help Shape the Future of Pipeline Safety?

If you're an experienced compliance leader who thrives in a complex operational environment and is passionate about protecting people, communities, and critical infrastructure, we encourage you to apply.

Join Peoples Gas and help lead the programs that keep our employees, customers, and communities safe.

Incident Response Assignment

Our community relies on Peoples Gas to respond swiftly and effectively to all types of incidents, including but not limited to major storm events (e.g., extreme cold, tropical storms, hurricanes), gas leaks, equipment failures, environmental hazards, and other emergencies that may impact public safety or service continuity.

Peoples Gas depends on each team member to fulfill their primary and/or alternate roles and responsibilities during such incidents. As a Team Member of Peoples Gas, you will be assigned an Incident Response Assignment, receive training related to your role, and may participate in mock drills or exercises simulating various emergency scenarios.

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