Safety Engineer

INEOS•Pasadena, TX

About The Position

The Safety Engineer serves as plant wide expert on all safety and fire protection related issues, including implementation and enforcement of all applicable OSHA and NFPA standards, managing OSHA Voluntary Protection Program and is responsible to advise site management regarding site wide regulatory compliance and implementation of industry best practices as they relate to all worker and process safety issues. The position provides guidance and support to the site health and safety team. Maintain site emergency preparedness plans and capability sufficient to meet regulatory requirements, applicable industry standards and Oxide USA policies. The Safety Engineer serves as leader of the manufacturing site Emergency Response Team (ERT) and the contract security workforce and is responsible to advise site management regarding preparedness tactics for risks and liabilities associated with major emergencies. The position also either directly or indirectly supervises contractors or technicians that provide support to emergency and security preparedness programs and/or maintain fire protection equipment at the site. The position also is responsible to develop and manage programs to ensure sites meet specific legal requirements and standards pertinent to emergency response from institutions such as OSHA, Department of Homeland Security, NFPA, etc. Position is influenced by: Internal: SHE performance of Assets Employee Morale Employee knowledge/training External Current and emerging regulatory and industry standards such as OSHA, DOT, ANSI, NFPA. Government officials (OSHA, DOT) Community Relations Mutual Aid Organizations

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, health and safety, industrial hygiene or other engineering related field
6 + years of Occupational Safety & Health experience and manufacturing experience in a chemical facility or refinery.
Experience as a firefighter, HAZMAT and Rescue Technician
Knowledge in all aspects of petrochemical safety
Fire Service Instructor
Previous experience in developing and implementing manufacturing site health and safety procedures
Experience and knowledge of manufacturing operations.
Understanding of project management
Familiarity with basic safety and environmental management systems
Knowledge in advanced emergency response techniques including firefighting, rescue, medical and Hazmat.
Previous experience in developing and implementing manufacturing site emergency preparedness plans.
Experience and knowledge of manufacturing operations.
Understanding of project management
Familiarity with basic safety and environmental management systems
Advanced knowledge of fire protection systems, i.e. deluge and fire detection
Leadership
Strong teamwork skills
Initiative and innovation
Problem Solving & good judgement
Tolerance to high stress situations
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Effective presentation skills
Basic knowledge of workplace computer applications

Nice To Haves

Preferred Board-Certified Credentialed Safety Professional; (ASP)

Responsibilities

Supporting the line organization and plant functional teams via direct involvement in routine and non-routine activities.
Developing and implementing site Safety and IH procedures.
Assessing new technologies and practices to reduce the risk of injuries/illnesses and evaluating trends and site performance on safety and health system elements to make recommendations for improvements.
Develop and implement contractor safety management programs, including routine contractor safety approvals.
Coordinate audits such as 20 Principles, VPP recertification and Operation Audits.
Review and assist with contractor safety approvals.
Review and approve new chemicals brought onsite as SME for safety.
Manage safety programs such as SME for new chemical approvals.
Participating and/or coordinating various H&S audits/assessments and action plan development.
Assisting and/or conducting risk assessments, compliance assurance audits and incident investigations.
Providing health and safety expertise in projects and maintenance planning to ensure incorporation of H&S concerns and activities into work development and execution.
Manage audits for OSHA Voluntary Protection Program, insurance audits, and other as needed or requested.
Prepare and deliver safety communications for site meetings as safety op toolbox discussion rapid incident reports, SHE alerts and other safety communications as required.
Lead or assist with incident investigations, MOC and PSSR as needed
Lead Special Projects as part of site safety improvement initiatives
Providing innovative and cost-effective solutions to compliance issues and emerging regulations.
Perform incident/injury trend analysis.
Perform advocacy on behalf of the site on emerging safety issues.
Ensure site compliance with INEOS (IGGN) and regulatory requirements such as OSHA
Review and improve safety systems such as work permits, JSA
Maintain beneficial relationships with key community, governmental, and industry contacts.
Maintain a good working relationship with key government personnel.
Maintain contacts for access to key community and governmental leaders.
Participate in selected industry associations/trade groups to benchmark and leverage learnings.
Maintain a good working relationship with key local community and government leaders.
Maintain contacts for access to key community and governmental leaders.
Participate in selected industry associations/trade groups to benchmark and leverage learnings.
Participate and maintain good working relationships with CIMA leadership and members.
Maintain site emergency preparedness plans and capability sufficient to meet regulatory requirements, applicable industry standards and Oxide USA policies.
Maintain sufficient site ERT staffing levels and training to meet desired response for any emergencies such as fire, rescue, security threat, medical and hazmat.
Coordinate and provide training and drills for site ERT and IMT to support and manage emergencies.
Manage specific threats, such as Bomb Threats
Facilitate Inclement Weather site preparation by tracking potential site impacts and communicating details
Oversee operation and maintenance of site emergency response equipment.
Conduct inspections and audits to improve site preparedness.
Available to support the site as needed.
Lead and participate in investigations as required.
Oversee technicians who provide support to site emergency preparedness programs and equipment.
Conduct periodic performance reviews and workload prioritization to maintain continuous delivery while enhancing team productivity.
Mentor, coach, motivate, and evaluate the team.
Maintain ongoing motivation and moral of 100% voluntary ERT.
Oversee site workforce while they function as members of ERT.