Sr Health and Safety Specialist/Process Safety Management

Summary

This position will report to the Local Area Director and will be in Watford City, North Dakota. Will support company goals and objectives related to all elements of PSM, emergency response, Industrial Hygiene, regulatory compliance, safety auditing, contractor safety, and training for crude, refined products, and gas assets. Work to develop consistency across the company in the development and application of company PSM procedures and policies. Work individually and as part of the safety team to support and provide customer service to Field Safety and Operations personnel. Assist with the management of company safety programs and with the development of company standard operating procedures (SOP) and training programs. Assist with creation and adherence to all PSM regulations and policies. Assist with or lead incident investigations as needed. Review incident and near miss reports within his/her area of responsibility for accuracy, consistency, and effective corrective actions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Field Support:
• Assist Operations Safety Representatives as needed.
• Perform audits as requested and support corporate Safety Audit program.
• Perform training as required.
• Conduct / assist with accident and incident investigations as needed.
• Conduct research and provide technical information as to the requirements, applicability, and interpretations of Federal, State and Local regulations.
• Work on committees to develop and maintain company PSM SOP in compliance with applicable Federal, State and Local regulations.
• Research industry standards and best practices and make recommendations as needed.
• Collaborate with Managers and Field Safety Specialists and Representatives to build consistency in the understanding and application of company procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Assist PSM Manager and staff of Local Operations Teams in fulfillment of requirements to PSM regulations and policy.
• Provide oversight to the workflow processes for revision and certification to PSM compliance issues at local gas plants. Area of responsibility will cover Wild Basin and Bear Den operations and locations.
• Aid with ongoing evaluation of project status, frequency-based deliverables, and initiation of new projects based on customer needs, PHA recommendations, and audit results.

Required Skills

• 6+ years Oil / Gas or Petrochemical safety experience in progressive positions or equivalent operational experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in industrial safety or related field, or progressive experience to demonstrate knowledge and leadership abilities.
• Demonstrated client-driven solution provider.
• Computer skills: office applications and risk management applications.
• Mentor other Safety personnel.
• Effective communications skills and the ability to communicate with multiple levels of the company.
• Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to learn company computer-based programs.
• Experience in the development of company Safety and compliance procedures and documents.
• Organizational skills

Preferred Qualifications

• CSP, ASP or other certification a plus.

Working Conditions

• Usually, normal office working conditions.
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time due to prolonged periods of sitting or standing.
• Occasional overnight travel may be required.
• Occasional visits to industrial/manufacturing settings, which may include exposure to various materials and chemicals, as well as extreme temperature conditions and loud machinery, and require appropriate personal protective equipment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Partnership will make reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the job.