Process Safety Management Lead

Essential Functions

• Develop and maintain Process Safety Management programs in compliance with regulatory requirements (e.g., OSHA, EPA)
• Define and track process safety metrics and analyze data from incident reports to improve PSM practices
• Facilitate Process Hazard Analysis program, ensuring regulatory compliance with all elements of 29 CFR 1910.119
• Develop and implement process hazards analysis (PHA) recommendations to reduce risk
• Lead incident investigations and root cause analyses of process safety events, loss of containment, and near-miss events to identify root causes and recommend sustainable corrective actions
• Support and facilitate risk assessments for Management of Change (MOC) and Pre-Startup Safety Review (PSSR) processes
• Enhance our Contractor Management program
• Oversee and provide technical support for the Gensuite (EHS management system) Management of Change process
• Support project teams to ensure all aspects of process safety are addressed in projects
• Develop and deliver training programs for employees on internal process safety standards, guidelines, and industry best practices
• Work closely with global support teams, including Technology, Process Chemistry, and Engineering to enhance process safety awareness and performance across the organization
• Implement internal standards for hazardous processes (e.g. flammable materials, combustible dust handling and neutralization reactions)
• Prepare detailed reports and presentations on process safety performance and recommendations for management review
• Stay updated on changes in regulations and adjust PSM programs accordingly
• Lead initiatives aimed at continuous improvement of process safety performance and overall operational excellence
• Utilize technical expertise and industry knowledge to propose innovative solutions to safety challenges

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Science, preferably Chemical Engineering
• Minimum 15-20 years of experience in EHS, Engineering or related fields, with minimum of 3 years of progressive Process Safety Management (PSM) experience
• Knowledge of OSHA PSM and EPA RMP regulatory requirements
• Experience writing MOCs, participating in PHAs, leading RCAs, and leading PSSRs
• Understanding of chemical plant processes and process hazards, including flammability, toxicity, reactivity, corrosivity, etc.
• Initiative to drive continuous improvement in process safety management programs
• Experience in conducting process safety training
• Understanding of risk assessment and process hazard analysis processes
• Fluency in English, with strong oral and written communication skills to interpret EPA, OSHA, and other regulations and liaise with a variety of stakeholders

Desired Qualifications

• Proficiency in HAZOP, What-If, LOPA, and/or QRA
• Experience in Emergency Response
• Familiarity with NFPA 30
• Familiarity with WinCC or equivalent programs
• Knowledge of SAP
• Holds a Certified Safety Professional (CSP) certification