Senior Specialist, Process Safety (various locations)

About the role

The Senior Specialist, Process Safety role is responsible for implementing the Process Safety Management programs, policies and procedures for the Engineering and Construction Group and domestic pipeline and terminal within Buckeye. This role can be located at any Buckeye asset; however, the preference is: Houston, TX; Allentown, PA; East Chicago, IN; Port Reading, NJ; or Tampa, FL.

Responsibilities

• Asset Maintenance Plan. Working with domestic Operations and E&C groups in developing five year Asset Maintenance Plan.
• Risk Reduction. Identifying, assessing and documenting of HSSE risk reduction and control strategies for significant hazards.
• Program Stewardship. Planning, organizing, leading assessment and controlling activities such as HAZOP, PHA, MOC and facility siting/layout studies.
• Process Development and Improvements. Supporting and facilitating the PSM process to include domestic pipeline/terminal Operations, E&C Group, and Corporate HSSE Teams, driving the Process Hazard Assurance by preparing site projects for internal and corporate Process Safety inspections and facilitating the Apollo Process Hazards Assessment Process.
• Training. Training and mentoring staff on new and or modified procedures.
• Audits. Auditing and enforcing compliance with procedures and processes.
• And other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Minimum of a BS in Engineering, Health and Safety or advance degree. Minimum 3-10 years’ experience in Petrochemical industry, oil and gas applying principles and practices of risk assessment, safety engineering and hazard management. Experience in technical safety, systems safety, process safety tools and techniques such as Apollo PHA, HAZOP, HAZID or Quantitative Risk Assessment. Up to 30% travel. Certificates & Licenses: Industry specific certifications helpful.

Qualifications

Essential Functions: Ability to safely and successfully perform essential job functions consistent with ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards; maintain regular, punctual attendance; comply with all personnel policies.

Safety and Physical Requirements: May require exposure to hazardous environments and wearing a respirator; occasional movement inside the office to access file cabinets, office equipment; continuous operation of a computer and other office productivity equipment (calculator, copy machine, printer); frequent effective communication with others; ability to work comfortably and safely in proximity to open water.

About You: Demonstrated commitment to environmental responsibility and regulatory compliance; excellent written and verbal communication; strong organizational skills; ability to work independently and exercise tact, discretion, and professionalism when handling internal/external customers and sensitive/confidential information; focus on innovative ways to reduce costs, generate revenues, improve productivity, or improve processes. Our employee-first culture means that we invest in our employees and equip them to be fully contributing members of high performing teams. We are focused on collaboration, inclusion, empowerment, accountability, and professional development.

Skills

• Exceptional written and oral communication skills
• Organizational skills
• Presentation skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Scheduling flexibility and responsiveness
• Ability to handle confidential matters tactfully and professionally