Operating Assistant / 061A7211

Position Description:Company Information:Chevron Corporation is one of the world's leading energy companies. Headquartered in San Ramon, California, and conducting business in approximately 180 countries, the company is engaged in every aspect of the oil and natural gas industry, including exploration and production; refining, marketing and transportation; chemicals manufacturing and sales; and power generation. Position Overview:Chevron Products Company is accepting online applications for the position of Operating Assistant (0707-50066428) located in El Segundo, CA through 07/15/2008.The Operating Assistant will be responsible for interfacing with personnel supporting the 24/7 operation as well the various support groups (Technical, Maintenance, Capital Projects, Finance, etc) in the refinery. This position is responsible for safe, reliable, and environmentally sound operation for a given set of process plants and equipment in an operating division in the refinery as well as identifying areas of optimization opportunities. This position is a change agent working with various personnel in the Division and the refinery.Qualifications:Position Details Key Job Responsibilities for this position may include but are not limited to:- Ensures safety of plant personnel and compliance of applicable environmental regulations and work processes- Ensures incident and injury-free operation. Initiates investigations in a timely manner and completes corrective action items.- Provides support and continuity to the 24/7 First Line Supervisors at the refinery- Interfaces with operations and maintenance personnel on maintenance work plan and equipment issues- Provides work direction to Process/Design Engineering and other service support groups. Initiates and coordinates the development of process and equipment design changes - Responsible for shut down planning and execution- Division owner for capital and expense budget preparation- Analyzes plant performance and initiates changes in operating guidelines or procedures, control instrumentation, or equipment- Initiates, coordinates, and reviews capital projects.- Optimizes unit processes to maximize plant and refinery profitabilityStudies and analyzes a variety of complex capital and special projects and collaborates with:- Operating, maintenance and technical groups as needed- Works with the Refinery Shift Leader to develop personnel in the 24/7 organization- Coaches First Line Supervisors, Head Operators and Operators- May be assigned as operating liaison for design and construction of new plants or alterations to existing plantsBasic Qualifications- 5-10 years of experience in a refinery or manufacturing setting, which includes plant turnarounds and implementation of capital projects- Working knowledge of refinery planning and economics- US Citizenship or Permanent Residency required.Must possess a demonstrated ability to:- Direct personnel and work well with others to achieve goals and objectives- Analyze problems, evaluate alternatives and take appropriate action- Communicate in a clear, concise, timely manner both orally and in writing- As a Management Team member, be a positive influence and be able to effectively work across Division boundariesPreferred Qualifications- B.S. Engineering or equivalent 4 year college degree, or 5-10 years of line operating experience- Process, Designs, or Capital Project experience. - Working knowledge in the Health, Environmental & Safety; Reliability; and Capital Projects areas- Change Management experience - Supervisory experience at a refineryExperience working with capital and operating expense budgets Basic Qualifications:SPECIAL SKILLS/REQUIREMENTS OR ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS/INFORMATION:- Bachelor's degree preferred - 5-10 years of line operating experience- Relocation benefits will be considered.- This is a safety sensitive PositionSelection Criteria:Leadership:Demonstrated ability to analyze business drivers, develop strategic goals, plans and metrics to produce long term value. Demonstrated ability to lead and champion new initiatives. Ability to lead beyond organizational boundaries and lead with a global perspective. Able to visibly and enthusiastically support business objectives. Role models the Chevron Way values. Accepts ownership and accountability for area of responsibility. Fosters open, inclusive work environment where everyone can contribute. Willing to take informed risks and make difficult decisions. Accepts accountability for own decisions and actions. Business Acumen:Has broad knowledge of refining/chemical process and equipment. Understands overall operating plans and how area of responsibility supports facility's operating plan. Understands and communicates key business drivers to others in the organization. Understands impact of reliability on refinery performance and profitability. Strong problem solving, technical and analytical skills. Communications:Communicates in a clear, concise and understandable manner both orally and in writing. Encourages open expression of ideas/opinions. Acts as coach/mentor to division personnel. Able and willing to communicate across the refinery to keep others informed. Able to constructively challenge to seek understanding. Stays positive in verbal communications. Has good listening skills. Interpersonal Skills/Teamwork:Demonstrates collaborative work style. Encourages and fosters engagement of all people in the organization. Demonstrates and encourages cooperation within the Division and across the refinery. Effectively works in a position of influence with site Management Team and provides some positive influence. Builds strong working relationships. Safety/Environmental:Actively promotes safety and environmental policies and procedures. Ensures that safety and environmental compliance is in the forefront in decision -making and before production or schedule. Attendance:Must have an excellent attendance record. Lost time due to injury or sickness must be less than 2%. EOE M/F/D/V Learn more about Chevron Location:US-CA-El Segundo Status:Full Time, Employee Job Category:Manufacturing/Production/Operations