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Shift Team Lead

Richmond, California

R000059684

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At Chevron, we put our people first. At the core of our success lies a commitment to delivering impeccable operations and maintenance. From upholding the physical well-being of our community to constantly innovating for enhancements, we are dedicated to supporting a sustainable energy future with the right team members.

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  • Self-starter
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  • Step into Chevron each day for a hands-on opportunity to collectively grow, collaborate with enthusiasm, and enhance your skills.

    Join the journey to elevate our energy company's global reputation, where our outstanding people, strong partnerships, and top-tier performance take center stage.

    Built on empowering values, Chevron encourages connections not only within your team but also within the communities and environments we proudly serve.

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Yep, we’ve got the same benefits all those fancy office jobs have. And more. When you have everything you need, you can go a lot further than you’d ever expect.

  • medical and financial

    • Medical, Dental, and Vision care coverage
    • Retirement and Savings Plans
    • Domestic Partner Benefits
    • Annual Incentive Awards
    • Disability, Life, and Accident Insurance
    • Education Assistance and Support

  • learning and development

    • Advanced hands-on training and Career Development
    • Internal Promotion Opportunities

  • work-life balance success

    • Paid vacations and holiday
    • Access to counseling services and treatment facilities
    • Programs to help you balance your work and personal life
    • Health and wellness resources and programs, including fitness centers at many major locations

Shift Team Lead

Richmond, California

R000059684

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Chevron is accepting online applications for the position of Shift Team Lead through 09/25/2024 at 11:59 p.m. (PST)

The successful candidate will manage the Assets / infrastructure that deal with receipt and processing of hydrocarbons beyond primarily oil, gas, water separation and/or chemical manufacturing/blending/mixing, e.g. TCO, ABU, EGTL, ALNG at El Segundo, Richmond, Pascagoula, MCBU*, CPP*, Oronite, Malongo Terminal, Escravos Gas Plant, Sanha LPG, etc. (*includes gas / power plants).

The Shift Team Lead (STL) position is a front-line supervisor of an Operations crew. The position works a rotating shift that matches the crew being supervised. This is a refinery-wide posting for STLs, and selected candidates may work anywhere in the Richmond Refinery.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate the operation of the assigned area to ensure plants and facilities operate with excellence and that production goals are met in a safe and effective manner.

  • Provide leadership for operating crews to meet refinery operating plan. This includes monitoring unit lab results to ensure on-test production, tracking plant rates to meet production targets, setting expectations for crews to meet daily operating goals, working to maintain consistency and continuity between shifts, and taking quick and effective action to solve plant problems to get back to plan. 

  • Provide feedback to Refinery Shift Leader, Division management, and Oils Planning to continuously improve weekly and monthly operating plans. This includes providing prompt and accurate updates and status reports to the Refinery Shift Leader and division management team on critical tasks underway in the refinery. 

  • Responsible for improving the organizational capability of the crew through effective use of appraisals for each crew member, holding Head Operators accountable for implementing changes to drive refinery optimization, challenging crews to raise their level of performance and hold them accountable for results. 

  • Ensure compliance tasks are completed on-time for area of responsibility including crew training, PSM compliance, incident investigations, corrective actions, etc. 

  • Ensure all incidents are reported and initial investigations started on shift and entered into incident database.

  • Provide accurate and effective communication (both written and verbal) of operation status through: shift turnovers, daily division status meetings, and Refinery Shift Leader coordination meetings. These communications must accurately capture plant limits, critical equipment limitations and potential risks to operating plans.

Due to the nature of the 24/7 business the work schedule includes shift work and some off-shift consultation and management. This is a safety sensitive position. 

Required Qualifications:

  • 5+ years of related work experience

  • High School diploma

  • Experience as a head operator/console operator or technical support of operating units in a complex process facility.

  • Project and/or Supervisory Experience

  • Knowledge of refinery safe work practices and operating plant experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • 10 + years of related work experience.

Relocation Options:

Relocation may be considered within Chevron parameters.

International Considerations:

Expatriate assignments will not be considered.

Chevron regrets that it is unable to sponsor employment Visas or consider individuals on time-limited Visa status for this position.

Regulatory Disclosure for US Positions

  • The compensation and reference to benefits for this role is listed on this posting in compliance with applicable law. Please note that the compensation and benefits listed below are only applicable for U.S. payroll offers.

  • The anticipated salary range for this position is $99,700 – $171,700. The selected candidate’s compensation will be determined based on their skills, experience, and qualifications. 

  • Chevron offers competitive compensation and benefits programs which includes, but is not limited to, variable pay, health care coverage, retirement plan, protection coverage, time off and leave programs, training and development opportunities and a range of allowances connected to specific work situations. Details are available at http://hr2.chevron.com/.

Regulatory Disclosure for US Positions:

Chevron is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, reproductive health decision-making, military or veteran status, political preference, marital status, citizenship, genetic information or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

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