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Lead, Maintenance Services

NextDecade
United States, Texas, Brownsville
Nov 05, 2025
ABOUT NEXTDECADE CORPORATION NextDecade is committed to providing the world access to reliable, lower-carbon energy. We are focused on delivering secure and cost-effective energy through the safe and efficient development and operation of natural gas liquefaction capacity at Rio Grande LNG. Through our subsidiaries, we are developing and constructing the Rio Grande LNG natural gas liquefaction and export facility near Brownsville, Texas, with approximately 48 MTPA of potential liquefaction capacity currently under construction or in development, sufficient space at the site for up to 10 liquefaction trains, and a potential carbon capture and storage project. NextDecade's common stock is listed on the Nasdaq Stock Market under the symbol "NEXT." NextDecade is headquartered in Houston, Texas. For more information, please visit www.next-decade.com . SUMMARY OF THE ROLE Lead, Maintenance Services provides leadership and operational oversight for maintenance support activities across facilities. This role ensures that all maintenance work is performed safely, efficiently, and fosters a culture of continuous improvement in facilities maintenance. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Demonstrate proactive safety leadership to the Maintenance Support Services team. Responsible for the safety and wellbeing of the Maintenance Services execution team, leads by example to set and maintain a positive safety culture of compliance and continuous improvement. Ensure competent labor availability to cover critical facilities maintenance activities. Provide oversight and leadership to all maintenance disciplines as required, not just the Services team, including Instrument & Controls, Electrical, Mechanical, Specialist Vendors and Contractors upholding the One-Team approach Stakeholder in the development, implementation, and ongoing support of the Integrated Activity Planning & Scheduling process for RGLNG Provide input and continued review of Preventative & Corrective Maintenance Plans aligned to the equipment selected for this facility. Lead the execution activities for all SCE, Statutory, and Federal Regulations and manage associated compliance processes including deferrals, backlog etc. Accountable for the Maintenance Support Services execution activities of all breakdown, corrective and preventative maintenance in the facility (grounds, janitorial, HVAC, elevators, buildings) Provide support to the leadership of the Turnaround Team prior and during Turnarounds Lead site teams in the execution of the Major Maintenance of plant and unit shutdowns Responsible to safely complete all planned activities on the locked schedule, maximizing tool time and minimizing cost & deferrals. Stakeholder in the review of materials and parts optimization ensuring compliance with environmental requirements. Demonstrate continuous improvement, value adding programmes, and cost saving initiatives. Provide coverage for the Maintenance Superintendent as required. Deliver the required maintenance execution meetings, including HSSE meetings, pre-starts, work allocation tasks, toolboxes etc. Attend execution Workfront's on a daily basis Participate as a member of the Emergency Response Team (ERT) to support on-site emergencies. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS HS Diploma/GED Minimum 10 years of maintenance experience in LNG, Oil & Gas, or Petrochemical industries, with at least 5 years in a maintenance execution leadership role. Proven track record leading Maintenance Support Services teams across multiple disciplines (building maintenance, civil, grounds, Janitorial, HVAC, elevators) Strong understanding of maintenance compliance programs, including Safety Critical Elements (SCE), Statutory, and federal requirements. Demonstrated ability to lead safe work execution in a live operating environment. Experience managing integrated maintenance schedules and coordinating across Operations, Maintenance, and Engineering functions. Proficiency with CMMS systems (SAP or similar) and understanding of maintenance planning processes. Competent in reading and interpreting technical drawings (P&ID, Isometrics, GA). Experience in applying MOC, FMEA/FMECA, and continuous improvement methodologies. Physically able to meet the role's demands, including field presence and ERT participation. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Technical Trade School Degree/Diploma Prior experience in an LNG export or large-scale energy infrastructure facility. Leadership experience during plant Turnarounds or major maintenance shutdowns. Background in contractor management and vendor performance oversight. Experience developing and implementing lifting procedures and equipment management systems. Knowledge of reliability-centered maintenance (RCM) principles and asset optimization strategies. Demonstrated success driving cost-saving and value-adding maintenance initiatives. Advanced knowledge of inspection techniques, materials management, and procurement processes. Recognized qualification in leadership, project management, or maintenance management. Active participation in Emergency Response Teams (ERT) or site safety committees. Work Environment & Physical Demands (with or without reasonable accomodations) Operates in a complex construction and industrial environment Work is performed both indoors and outdoors, often under challenging weather conditions for extended periods. Must be able to wear all mandatory PPE required to perform job functions safely Must be physically capable of moving throughout all areas of the facility and reaching designated muster point during emergency situations. Must be able to clearly communicate in English - verbally, via radio, and by phone. Regular exposure to indoor and outdoor weather conditions, including hot, cold, wet, humid, and windy environments. Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds unassisted and push/pull with up to 50 pounds of force. Required to grip objects with up to 50 pounds of force. Frequent standing, walking, and balancing, including climbing stairs and ladders. Regular reaching, bending, stooping, handling, and spinal twisting. Use of hands, arms, and legs to lift, push, and pull machinery and mechanical components. Job Site Work Environment * Must be able to wear all necessary PPE equipment to perform job functions. * Operates in a complex construction environment. * Exposure to indoor and outdoor weather conditions. * Not necessarily protected from weather and temperature changes. Possible exposure to hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy weather conditions. * Exposure to moving mechanical parts and electrical circuits. * Exposure to constant or intermittent sounds of a pitch level sufficient to cause marked distraction. * Routinely uses standard office and field communications equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers w/scanner and fax, and radios. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to support individuals with ADA-recognized disabilities to perform the essential functions for the job. * Ability to drive to other Company work locations as required. * Ability to move throughout all areas of the facility, including being physically capable of traveling to a designed muster point during emergency situations. * Stand and/or sit continuously and perform job functions for a full shift. * The incumbent is required to have fully mechanical motion and usage of all extremities. * Physically able to walk, stand, bend, stoop, kneel, reach, twist, lift, push, pull, climb, balance, crouch, handle, and lift items weighing up to 20 lbs. without assistance. * Visual acuity corrected to perform job functions. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. * Must be able to clearly communicate with others via radio, phone, and verbal methods. * May be required to enter confined spaces. * May be required to work at elevated heights and access elevated structures without assistance. If you require accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at recruiting@next-decade.com. Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. NEXTDECADE VALUES* * Safety - We make safety a priority. Everything we do relies on the safety of our people and the communities around us. * Integrity - We do the right thing, and are open, ethical, and fair. We hold ourselves to the highest standards in all that we do. * Honesty - We value truth and honesty in ourselves and others. We honor our commitments and take responsibility for our actions. * Respect - We listen, and respect people, the environment, and the communities in which we live and work. * Transparency - Transparency builds trust. We promote open communication with our people, our customers, and all our stakeholders. * Diversity - We value diversity of experiences and thoughts. It takes people with different strengths and backgrounds to make our company succeed. NextDecade provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. NextDecade complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.