Technical Manager

POSITION SUMMARY

Manages the Methanex Geismar Plant technical services to support safe, reliable, environmentally compliant and sustainable production with continuous improvement in overall long-term plant competitiveness. 

Manages efficient design and execution of expense and capital projects on schedule and within budget.

Supports the Geismar Organization as a fully engaged member of the Senior Management Team.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Leads department resources to provide technical services that ensure long-term competitiveness of the Geismar site.
• Develops annual capital budget and 5-year capital plan for the Geismar plant and owns management of the Capital portfolio for the site.
• Oversees efficient and effective design and execution effort for plant capital and expense projects, meeting both schedule and cost targets.
• Enhances operational performance improvements via monitoring of key process parameters and initiating process adjustments and/or equipment changes.
• Supports manufacturing world-class excellence by staying current on technology and industry practices. Seeks out new methods and technology to improve the way we work.
• Provides accurate and cost-effective analytical services to the plant.
• Ensures department utilization, implementation and compliance with all Methanex local policies and procedures as well as Global standards and best practices.
• Ensures all Technical Department personnel are adequately trained and competent to meet or exceed Methanex standards.
• Works very closely and collaboratively with the Operations, Maintenance and Responsible Care Departments to address plant EHS and operational issues.
• Provides ongoing support in water treatment technical issues for the Operations Team through interaction with the Global Experts.
• Visible in the plant and Control Room as an integral part of operations at the site and as an example for all Technical Team members.
• Supports and contributes to the mission, vision and core principles of Methanex Leadership.
• Conducts personal and company affairs in an ethical, professional and trustworthy manner.
• Ensures that the performance management system is competently and fairly applied to all department members.
• Leads a performance culture via continuous performance feedback, employee training and development, and succession and retention planning.
• Actively participates on the Site Management Team providing input and support to initiatives and policies established by SMT.
• Strong people leadership in coaching and mentoring employees as requested/needed with direct reports and other team members.
• Contributes to the organizational vision of Global Methanol Leadership and as a team member demonstrates the core values of integrity, trust, respect and professionalism.
• Promotes and supports the one team culture with Technical dept and other groups.
• Conducts all business in a manner which supports the Responsible Care® ethic.
• Leads by example the Responsible Care® ethic in personal and professional daily life.
• Manages department reporting of hazards, near misses and incidents along with actions associated with the KMI incident management system.
• Ensures compliance with OSHA, PSM, Responsible Care® and ISO requirements.
• Manages the appropriate process safety systems to ensure compliance to OSHA and PSM regulations, e.g., MOC, PHA, PSI.
• Institutes appropriate engineering standards, specifications and processes that comply with Methanex policies and procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Enhances Responsible Care® performance improvements via process improvements, employee training and engineering projects.
• Supports Methanex global engineering, technology and project initiatives.
• Acts as a member of the Global Technical Team and potentially other global teams as requested. 
• Works collaboratively with the Operations and Maintenance Departments to continuously improve plant competitive position in the Methanol industry.
• Promotes a culture of diversity and inclusion by continuously identifying opportunities through people selection, team activities and day to day team behaviors.
• Promotes and drives interaction with the Methanex Global experts to find solutions to issues.
• Promotes and supports Social Responsibility initiatives and encourages team to get involved.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in Engineering required; Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Electrical/Instrument/Control system discipline preferred and/or equivalent related experience/combined education.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in engineering/technical services.
• Typically, 5 years management experience in the manufacturing industry.
• In-depth knowledge of Methanex standards, policies and procedures.
• Experience in Methanol, Ammonia or refinery operation will be an asset.
• Working experience in Project Management or having PMP Designation will be an asset.
• Demonstrated Leadership skills.
• Strong communication and employee motivation abilities.
• Planning, organization and time management skills.
• Technical and problem-solving abilities.
• Competence in all common computer applications.