Process Safety Advisor

About the role

The Process Safety Advisor provides deep technical expertise and hands-on leadership in support of INEOS O&P USA’s process safety and risk management programs. Working within the corporate Process Safety function, this role supports the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of programs related to OSHA Process Safety Management (PSM 1910.119), EPA Risk Management Program (RMP 40 CFR 68), INEOS 20 Principles (20P), and INEOS Group Guidance Notes (IGGN) across all manufacturing sites.

Responsibilities

• Support the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of company and site compliance towards regulatory (PSM/RMP) and internal (20P/IGGN/Corporate) process safety and risk management programs.
• Support corporate Operations Management System program development and implementation as it relates to process safety and risk management.
• Lead and coordinate the execution of PSM/RMP Compliance Audits with internal multi-disciplinary teams.
• Support the regulatory reporting and management of the EPA RMP 40 CFR 68 program.
• Track, report, and monitor effectiveness of PSM programs through Key Performance Indicators and data analysis for identification of emerging trends and leading indicators.
• Provide training and mentorship to appropriate personnel on the delivery and sustainability of process safety programs.
• Participate on the Process Safety Committees for each manufacturing site.
• Lead or support significant incident investigations at manufacturing sites.
• Participate in trade/industry organizations (e.g., AFPM, TCC, AIChE CCPS) and monitor regulatory updates (OSHA, EPA, CSB) to communicate emerging process safety trends and impacts to the company and stakeholders.
• Support and deliver corporate programs, and serve as a technical resource for: facility siting, risk assessment, RMP Submission, MOC/PSSR, combustible dust, popcorn polymer, ALARP, Remote Operated Isolation Valves, dispersion modelling, Shelter-In-Place/Safe Havens, Capital Project Process Safety, and Fire Protection.
• Support development, integration, and implementation of IGGNs.
• Lead coordination, documentation, and management of facility siting studies and resolution of associated action items.
• Support PSIM team, manufacturing sites, and project teams in the evaluation of complex scenarios using qualitative and quantitative risk evaluation tools.
• Technical Support & Good Engineering Practices: Support manufacturing sites and act as a focal point for best-in-class delivery of process safety requirements for capital projects through all stages of execution. Review literature and provide technical interpretations (e.g., OSHA, EPA RMP, API, NFPA, ISA, ASME, CSB) for a broad range of site and corporate personnel. Champion and maintain enterprise process safety software solutions and databases. Interface with SIS Engineers, RV Engineers, and Mechanical Integrity roles as it relates to PHA/LOPA and PSM Auditing requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, or equivalent engineering discipline (advanced degree preferred).
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in Chemical, Petrochemical, or Refining Industry with direct accountability for Process Safety Management delivery or management.
• Deep familiarity with federal regulations relative to Process Safety (US-OSHA PSM 1910.119 and US-EPA RMP 40 CFR 68).
• Significant experience in facilitating complex PHAs/LOPAs and Management of Change sessions.
• Proven track record of contributing to the delivery of industrial process safety programs.
• Demonstrated ability to support policy implementation and drive compliance across large, diverse organizations.
• Participation in external technical committees or industry networks strongly preferred.
• Strong technical knowledge of good engineering practices (e.g., CCPS, NFPA, API, EPA, ASME, ISA, FM Global) associated with risk management.
• Expertise in PHA/LOPA facilitation, risk assessment methodologies, and regulatory compliance program design.
• Ability to lead large multi-disciplinary teams and deliver compliance audits with actionable recommendations.
• Strong software proficiency with PHA Pro, PHAST, SharePoint-based PSM platforms, and dispersion modelling tools (e.g., RMP*Comp, ALOHA, CAMEO).
• Ability to comprehend, analyse, and interpret legislation and develop compliance programs to reduce process safety liabilities and risks.
• Experience supporting capital project process safety requirements through all phases of execution.
• Strong judgment in high-stakes engineering and regulatory decisions.

Qualifications

• High integrity, sound judgment, and technical courage.
• Strong ability to influence without direct authority.
• Buils trust across functions and levels.
• Excellent communication skills—effective and succinct in both verbal and written form.
• Resilient change agent able to promote and inspire others to embrace change and drive continuous improvement.
• Proven performance in project management and leading in an environment of competing and changing priorities.
• Maintains a mindset of continuous improvement and curiosity.
• Earns credibility by creating value—not just enforcing compliance.