IPMC is one of Nigeria's oilfield service companies providing innovative solutions, technology, and services to the oil and gas industry. The Company operates in Nigeria and has a network of, manufacturing, service, research and development, and training facilities.
It delivers innovative technologies and services designed to meet the world's current and future energy needs in a safe, ethical, and sustainable manner. Grounded by our core values and inspired by our world-class people, we are committed to being a trusted business partner to those we serve.
Position Summary:
The Midstream Production team is responsible for production forecasting, the logistical management of physical movements of heavy crude, diluent and synthetic crude through the Midstream Pipelines and Terminals, associated customer accounts and volumetric accounting and reporting.
This position is a customer service, logistics and operations role based in Calgary with primary responsibility for production logistics, blending, volumetric accounting, customer accounts/services and reporting. This position is one of the primary contact/liaison positions with Shippers/Customers, Pipeline Connected Facilities, Midstream Pipeline Field personnel and internal business stakeholders.
The role requires the individual to have the ability to work well in a fast paced, deadline driven, multi-tasking/priority environment.
Occasional on-call and after core business hours availability (issue and deadline driven)
Core Responsibilities:
Manage the movements of crude and/or diluent through the Midstream Pipelines and Terminals to meet all customer and supply availability requirements across the Midstream Pipelines and Terminals
Liaison between Shippers, Pipeline Connected Facility Operators, Field Operations as required to manage throughput, Shipper and Connected Facility requirements/issues
Develop analytics, contingency / strategy plans, participate in resolution and problem solving employing an ability to react quickly and efficiently to Pipeline sensitivity due to all issues/events (Midstream Pipelines & Terminals, Pipeline Connected Facilities and Trunklines)
Participate in and/or manage restriction, curtailment or apportionment activities
Manage, monitor, reconcile and report on all Midstream Pipelines and Terminals Shipper positions to ensure all shippers are balanced and contracts are met
Manage forecasting and resolve nomination issues/discrepancies (initial & revised)
Perform and/or participate in all forecasting activities (i.e. Month End Shippers Balances, Weekly Splits, Budgeting and Quarterly forecasting)
Customer communications (written & verbal) as required
Reporting - i.e. Crude Oil Logistics, Internal (all levels), Government and Petroleum Registry
Develop, operate, manage and maintain integrity of applications/workbooks
Subject matter expert for Integrated Pipeline System (IPS) Project
Participate in special projects/work requests as required
On-call and after core business hours availability (issue and deadline driven)
Cross-training within core and multi-functional area
Responsibilities include but are not limited to the above
Qualifications
5+ years' experience in Midstream logistics, scheduling or related experience
Post-secondary Business/Economics Degree/Certificate or related discipline
Previous experience with midstream asset operations, crude oil blending, and volumetric forecasting
2+ years' experience with industry reporting and procedures (PRA, COLC, AB, SK & Stats Can Volumetric Directives/Guidelines) would be considered an asset
Broad knowledge of pipeline systems operations and inventory management expertise
Comprehensive knowledge of the pipeline's rules and regulations
Developed qualitative and quantitative analytical skills
Advanced Excel skills
Ability to work efficiently under pressure
Exceptional communication skills in all forms including the ability to present information clearly and concisely
Skilled problem solver with ability to develop solutions in collaboration with others
Ability to transact with personnel at various levels both internally and externally
Ability to negotiate, influence, present and represent with diplomacy and tact, while responding effectively/efficiently to the needs of diverse clients with a focus on customer service
Enthusiasm, a desire to learn and flexibility to change
