The GIS Compliance Specialist will collaborate with a team working on a Pipeline Safety Maximum Allowable Operating Pressure (MAOP) Reconfirmation and Pressure Restoration Program. The GIS Compliance Specialist's main role and responsibility will be to research, review, and evaluate existing and new pipeline documentation to support the ABS Consulting’s client with ensuring compliance with the PHMSA “Megarule” requirements to provide MAOP documentation that is Traceable, Verifiable, and Complete (TVC) for all Class 3 & 4 pipelines, High Consequence Areas (HCAs), and select Medium Consequence Areas (MCAs).
What You Will Do:
Desktop research, review, and evaluation to verify that existing and/or new hydrostatic pressure test documentation packages and material records meet TVC requirements
Support in the preparation, updates, and submission of annual pipeline compliance reports to PHMSA to meet required targets and deadlines
Identify pipe class changes for regulatory purposes
Evaluation and disposition that material records meet client’s requirements and substantiate design pressure calculations that validate pipeline MAOP to 49 CFR Part 192.624 (a) Maximum allowable operating pressure reconfirmation: Onshore steel transmission pipelines, State and local regulations, PHMSA “Megarule”, or ABS Consulting’s client specifications, industry standards; or, where no guidance or specifications have been provided, any other natural gas pipeline industry operating and maintenance requirements.
What You Will Need:
Education and Experience
Ten or more (10+) years of experience preferred
Associate degree or equivalent in related disciplines
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Gather and analyze data effectively
Excellent problem-solving skills
Geographic Information Systems Knowledge
Ability to obtain a working knowledge of ABS Health, Safety, Quality & Environmental Management System.
Reporting Relationships:
Reports to a Manager level position.
About Us
We set out more than 160 years ago to promote the security of life and property at sea and preserve the natural environment. Today, we remain true to our mission and continue to support organizations facing a rapidly evolving seascape of challenging regulations and new technologies. Through it all, we are anchored by a vision and mission that help our clients find clarity in uncertain times.
ABS is a global leader in marine and offshore classification and other innovative safety, quality, and environmental services. We’re at the forefront of supporting the global energy transition at sea, the application of remote and autonomous marine systems, cutting-edge technical solutions, and many more exciting advancements. Our commitment to safety, reliability, and efficiency is ever-present, guiding our clients to safer and more efficient operations.
About Our Benefits
ABS Group proudly offers a variety of industry-leading benefits designed to enhance the life and well-being of our employees and their families. These benefits include, but are not limited to, medical insurance (PPO and HD), dental and vision insurance, Health Savings account (HSA), Flexible Savings Account (FSA), life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, disability leave programs, parental leave program, paid holidays, and paid vacation time. The Company provides an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) that offers additional support in personal wellness, including work-life services. ABS Group also offers a 401K plan with a generous company match, subject to plan requirements.
Equal Opportunity
The ABS Group of Companies is committed to the equal employment opportunity of its employees and prohibits discrimination against any employee or qualified applicant based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status or veteran status, or other non-work-related characteristics that may be protected under the law of the Federal Government or specific state employment laws.
Notice
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Other
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Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
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