Job Title: Pipeline Operator II
Duration: 12 months
Schedule: 5/40
Location: Kenedy, TX
This opportunity offers field-based pipeline operations work within the oilfield sector, with a strong focus on safety, troubleshooting, and operational reliability. The role supports pipeline pigging activities, pipeline flow analysis, and contract crew leadership across assigned assets. This position would suit a technically capable professional who can work independently, respond to operational challenges, and contribute clear field reporting for ongoing analysis.
Required Experience:
- Typically 3-5 years of oilfield experience, including pipeline pigging experience using pig valve and conventional launcher and receiver configurations.
- Experience performing intermediate pipeline flow troubleshooting tasks in an operational field environment.
- Experience leading contract crews in the field and supporting safe, organised execution of work.
- Ability to travel extensively to locations throughout the assigned asset.
Required Skills:
- Ability to read, interpret, and use P&IDs, process flow diagrams, schematics, and alignment sheets.
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting capability, with the ability to work through technical issues alongside engineering staff and leadership.
- Intermediate computer skills using Pipeline Apps, Excel, Outlook, Teams, and Word.
- Intermediate understanding of mobile pump equipment, pipeline cleanouts, and the flow process across pipeline networks and associated operational facilities.
- Ability to plan, organise, and prioritise assigned responsibilities and work effectively.
- Commitment to clear communication, teamwork, safety, environmental focus, and compliance with established procedures.
- Willingness and ability to work in tight spaces, use stairs and ladders, negotiate uneven surfaces, and carry up to 50 pounds.
- Availability to respond to emergency situations if required.
Required Certifications:
- Valid driver's licence (Required)
Preferred Qualifications:
- Associate degree in engineering or another technical field.
About Airswift:
Airswift is an international workforce solutions provider within the energy, process and infrastructure industries. Airswift serves as a strategic partner to clients, offering a turnkey workforce solution to capture and deliver the top talent needed to complete successful projects by aligning with unique project needs. With over 1000 employees and 9,000 contractors operating in over 60 countries, Airswift's geographical reach and pool of talent available is unmatched in the industry.