MECHANICAL SUPERVISOR – LNG FACILITY

Location: Sabine Pass, TX (On-Site)

The Opportunity

IN DEMAND Recruitment & Consulting Inc. is currently seeking a Mechanical Supervisor for our client, a leading organization operating within a complex LNG and energy infrastructure environment.

This is a critical frontline leadership role responsible for overseeing mechanical maintenance execution across a high-hazard, highly regulated facility. The successful candidate will lead both internal teams and contractors, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality maintenance execution while driving reliability and operational performance.

This opportunity is ideal for a hands-on, field-driven leader who thrives in fast-paced industrial environments and brings strong technical expertise, leadership capability, and a commitment to safety excellence.

Position Overview

Reporting into site leadership, the Mechanical Supervisor is responsible for the day-to-day execution of mechanical maintenance activities, including preventative, corrective, and reliability-focused work.

This role oversees a workforce of 50–200+ craft personnel and contractors, ensuring all work is executed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with regulatory and operational standards.

Key Responsibilities

Field Execution & Safety Leadership

Lead daily mechanical maintenance activities, ensuring clear scope, procedures, and safety expectations
Champion a safety-first culture, enforcing LOTO, permit systems, JSAs, and critical safety standards
Conduct pre-job briefings, site walkdowns, and post-job reviews to ensure alignment and continuous improvement
Drive incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective actions to prevent recurrence
Ensure compliance with all SSHE, regulatory, and company safety standards

Mechanical Maintenance Oversight

Oversee execution of preventative and corrective maintenance across:
- Pumps, compressors, piping systems, pressure vessels, and heat exchangers
- Structural, civil, and insulation systems supporting cryogenic operations
Support troubleshooting, performance testing, and reliability improvements
Coordinate vendor and specialty contractor work including equipment overhauls, vibration analysis, and repairs
Ensure quality and compliance of inspection and testing activities (NDE, hydrotesting, corrosion monitoring, etc.)

Planning, Coordination & Reliability

Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, Reliability, and Planning teams to prioritize and sequence work
Ensure job readiness including permits, materials, tools, and workforce allocation
Provide field input into maintenance planning, budgeting, and scheduling processes
Support Management of Change (MOC) and Pre-Startup Safety Reviews (PSSR)

Continuous Improvement & Performance

Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on reliability, safety, and cost optimization
Monitor and act on key performance metrics including:
- Preventative maintenance compliance
- Work order completion
- Backlog and risk trends
Identify and eliminate execution barriers to improve productivity and reduce rework
Champion Lean maintenance practices and operational discipline

Leadership & Team Development

Lead, coach, and develop mechanical technicians and contractors
Conduct performance reviews, provide feedback, and support ongoing skills development
Build a culture of accountability, collaboration, and high performance
Address personnel issues fairly while maintaining strong team engagement

Operational Accountability

Own daily maintenance performance, including:
- Safety
- Quality
- Schedule adherence
- Cost efficiency
Ensure compliance with all maintenance systems, procedures, and regulatory requirements
Drive equipment reliability and availability through proactive execution and planning

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree, technical diploma, or equivalent experience in a relevant discipline
Minimum 7–10 years of experience in petrochemical, LNG, or heavy industrial environments
Minimum 5+ years in a mechanical maintenance leadership role
Strong experience with:
- Mechanical systems (rotating and static equipment)
- Maintenance planning and execution
- Contractor management

Preferred Experience

LNG or gas processing facility experience
Cryogenic systems, refrigeration, and steam systems
Experience with gas turbines and compressors
Familiarity with CMMS systems (SAP preferred)

Core Competencies

Strong safety leadership and regulatory compliance mindset
Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making ability
Ability to lead effectively in high-pressure, field-based environments
Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
Analytical mindset with focus on reliability and long-term performance

Work Environment

Field-based role within an industrial LNG facility
Requires physical activity including walking, climbing, and working in varying conditions
Ability to respond to urgent or after-hours operational needs

Additional Requirements

Valid driver’s license
Eligibility to obtain and maintain required site access credentials (e.g., TWIC)
Strong commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence

Why This Opportunity

High-impact leadership role within a critical energy infrastructure environment
Opportunity to lead large teams and influence operational performance
Exposure to complex systems and advanced maintenance practices
Stable organization with strong long-term growth

Apply Today

Qualified and interested candidates are encouraged to apply in confidence by submitting a MS Word resume to:
info@indemand.ca

ONLY QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED

Disclosure of Artificial Intelligence (AI) Use

IN DEMAND Recruitment & Consulting Inc. may use artificial intelligence (AI)–enabled tools to support certain aspects of our recruitment process, including the screening and assessment of applications. These tools are used to assist with organizing, reviewing, and evaluating candidate information and do not replace human judgment or decision-making.

MECHANICAL SUPERVISOR, SABINE PASS, TX, USA – #5802