Manager, Field Operations - SE

Spire is seeking a Manager of Field Operations for the Southeast region. This position will focus on managing and directing Customer Field Operations in their respective Zone/Resource Center to provide safe, reliable and exceptional service to the customers and communities we serve.

We are committed to understanding the needs of the homes and businesses we serve. That's why we're always looking for driven, collaborative people to join our team. Because we believe that offering our customers the best service means bringing together the best people.

And we find the best by hiring those who share our values of safety, inclusion and integrity, and demonstrate the competencies that bring the Spire vision, mission and culture to life:

• Adaptability: We embrace change, continuously seeking opportunities for improvement while remaining open-minded and flexible in response to evolving conditions and customer, stakeholder and company needs.
• Collaboration: We achieve more together through a foundation of respect, embracing healthy conflict, actively seeking and providing actionable feedback, and fostering an environment where everyone's input is welcomed.
• Ownership: We see things through, demonstrate accountability, honor commitments, take responsibility for outcomes and demonstrate initiative.

By living our values and competencies, we strive to create an environment where employees feel welcome, respected and valued.

• Responsible for some or all the following, operations and maintenance of the distribution system, emergency response, meter set installations, service plus jobs, and any other assigned activities that maintain the integrity of the natural gas system.
• Responsible for collaborating with other departments, contractors, and customers to maintain the natural gas facilities and compliance with all local, state and federal regulations.
• Manages, directs and provides leadership for the Supervisors assigned to Customer Field Operations as they perform various duties to ensure the safe and reliable operation of the natural gas distribution system.
• Responsible for coordinating efforts with other Company departments, contractors, builders, and customers.
• Ensures accountability of supervisors, field employees, contractors, and others engaged in operational activities that are responsible for the maintenance and compliance of the natural gas system. Must have a thorough knowledge of the natural gas distribution system.

• Strong orientation for safety, customer service, communication and leadership.
• Strong leadership, people, and analytical skills.
• Able to work under tight timelines, meet deadlines, and perform in stressful conditions.
• Flexible and adaptable to new technologies, establishing new processes and leading change.
• Capable of leading industry forums (AGA, SGA, etc.).
• Emergency planning skills.

Yes

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Business or another related field OR 10+ years of similar work experience, required.
• Valid Driver's License, required.
• Master's degree in Business, preferred.
• Professional Engineering Certification, preferred.

• Minimum 5 years' related experience, required.
• Knowledge of the Natural Gas Distribution System and Operations.
• Knowledge of the Company's corporate financial/ accounting tools.
• Thorough knowledge of the distribution systems.
• Highly proficient in the use of technology and information systems, including PC applications.
• Strong communication skills.

• Occasional travel.
• Ability to work flexible schedules.
• Availability to be on-call for nights and weekends.

Spire accepts online applications through our career site at jobs.spireenergy.com.

Posting requirements: The above posting description is intended to describe the general nature of the level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Spire, Inc., and its subsidiaries are Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all areas, including but not necessarily limited to, recruitment, selection, training, education, compensation, benefits, promotion, job transfer, upgrading, separation and recall regardless of the individual's race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, and/or other protected categories under all Federal, State, and local laws. For more information, please view our Integrity and Inclusion pages of our career site.