Certarus Ltd

Certarus is the North American leader in providing low carbon energy solutions through a fully integrated compressed natural gas (CNG), renewable natural gas (RNG), and hydrogen platform.. The Area Operations Manager is a key position of leadership supporting the growth strategy of the company as it continues to rapidly expand its business in the Southern USA (SUSA.) Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, this role is responsible for providing effective direction to the regional managers, ensuring the operations are safely executed, and driving the efficiency and profitability of the hubs/facilities within the specific area.. The Area Manager will collaborate closely with department stakeholders on sales opportunities, workforce staffing requirements, new equipment designs and needs, allocation of assets, and health and safety initiatives.. Leverage relationships with logistics, engineering, sales, HSE and HR to drive superior business performance and winning team.. Experience in oil & gas, compression, or transportation logistics would be an advantage.

area operations manager

Area Operations Manager - Southern USA Certarus is the North American leader in providing low carbon energy solutions through a fully integrated compressed natural gas (CNG), renewable natural gas (RNG), and hydrogen platform. The company safely delivers clean-burning fuels to remote communities and industrial customers not connected to a pipeline. By displacing more carbon-intensive fuels, Certarus is leading the energy transition and helping customers lower operating costs and improve environmental performance. With the largest fleet of specialty trailers in the world, the company is uniquely positioned to meet the growing demand for low and zero-emission fuel distribution. Summary: The Area Operations Manager is a key position of leadership supporting the growth strategy of the company as it continues to rapidly expand its business in the Southern USA (SUSA.) Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, this role is responsible for providing effective direction to the regional managers, ensuring the operations are safely executed, and driving the efficiency and profitability of the hubs/facilities within the specific area. The Area Manager will collaborate closely with department stakeholders on sales opportunities, workforce staffing requirements, new equipment designs and needs, allocation of assets, and health and safety initiatives. The Area Operations Manager will utilize technology solutions to support strategic priorities, build strong customer relationships, and coach and mentor team members. Working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, this role has autonomy and responsibility to deliver exceptional results while upholding the company core values. Schedule: <ul><li>This position holds normal business hours and is always ready to support 24-hour operations.</li><li>Based in Southern Texas region or willing to relocate.</li><li>Frequent travel within the service area is expected, with occasional travel outside on an intermittent basis.</li></ul> Duties & Responsibilities: <ul><li>Champion and cultivate a strong safety culture across the entire company. </li><li>Provide leadership and direction to the operation managers and supervisors to ensure a high-class operations and support team.</li><li>Identify and execute continuous improvement initiatives to increase operational efficiency and effectiveness.</li><li>Liaise with internal stakeholders with recommendation and support decisions for operational activities and set strategic goals.</li><li>Initiate and execute strategic growth initiatives, including working with engineering and finance teams on capital planning projects.</li><li>Develop strong relationships with key accounts to maintain best in class service and customer loyalty.</li><li>Leverage relationships with logistics, engineering, sales, HSE and HR to drive superior business performance and winning team.</li><li>Review financial information and adjust operational budgets to promote profitability.</li><li>Other special projects as assigned.</li></ul> Requirements: <ul><li>10+ years in an operations environment, with 5+ years in a leadership role.</li><li>Experience in oil & gas, compression, or transportation logistics would be an advantage.</li><li>Strong knowledge of operations management (experience overseeing facilities, logistics, equipment, and fleet.)</li><li>Strong leadership with proven experience managing diverse teams.</li><li>Demonstrated performance in driving all aspects of a strong health, safety and environment (HSE) culture, ideally with an understanding of DOT regulations and successfully deploying HSE initiatives.</li><li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and willingness to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.</li><li>Support a culture of collaboration, transparency, accountability, and empowerment that instills a sense of mission and purpose among all employees. </li><li>Working knowledge of data analysis and performance/operation metrics.</li><li>Travel throughout the US as well as Canada required.</li></ul> Certarus embraces diversity and equal opportunity in the way it impacts our continuous business success. As a Core Value of our Winning Team, we believe in surrounding ourselves with passionate and talented people, and consider all experiences, backgrounds, qualifications, and merits to create stronger teams with a diverse and inclusive culture. Certarus is and will remain an equal opportunity employer. Certarus offers a competitive compensation package, including benefits and retirement plans. Above all, we offer unlimited career advancement opportunities with a dynamic, rapidly growing organization.

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