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Health and Safety Specialist
Houston, TX
Position Description:
The Safety Specialist will support ongoing initiatives to continually improve WhiteWater’s safety programs, supporting midstream operations across a broad range of assets and projects. Reporting to the Health & Safety Manager, the Safety Specialist will spend time in both the WhiteWater Houston office and in the field ensuring safety and compliance program effectiveness.
Job Responsibilities:
- Assists in implementation of all health and safety programs pertaining to OSHA and PHMSA regulatory compliance, as well as state and local guidelines and requirements.
- Evaluates and makes recommendations for improvement to company safety manual and standards, ensuring that updates and additions are well-communicated.
- Coordinates or otherwise develops and delivers engaging safety meetings and training applicable to various operations and positions within the company; tracks attendance and performance within the company Learning Management System (LMS).
- Monitors overall safety program effectiveness, assists in compiling and delivering routine reports to management surrounding training and compliance.
- Maintains accurate, up-to-date knowledge of health and safety laws and regulations.
- Researches and reports changes of applicable health and safety regulations and laws to the Health & Safety manager and other members of the organization.
- Conducts periodic health and safety assessments and audits of existing operations and contractors, preparing and maintaining appropriate documentation and action items.
- Provides technical assistance and support to company personnel on health and safety related compliance issues.
- Responsible for utilizing incident tracking software, performing incident analysis, monitoring the process for timeliness and quality; tracks associated corrective actions in the company system of record, ensuring their completion.
- Responsible for maintaining and ensuring quality of records, including but not limited to work permits, training, Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and incidents.
- Performs all other duties and tasks as identified and assigned by supervisor.
Requirements & Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in related field preferred.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience is required, and at least 3 years experience in pipeline safety is preferred.
- CSP or ASP preferred, or willingness to achieve certification within two years of hire date.
- Must have exceptional computer skills, including knowledge and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
- Working knowledge of SharePoint, Microsoft Power Platforms, Adobe, Articulate, Veriforce and/or other business and EHS-related programs preferred.
- Must possess valid driver’s license and meet company insurability requirements.
- Ability to work weekends and holidays and respond to call outs and emergencies.
- Knowledge of reading and interpreting blueprints, PI&D’s, and other diagrams.
- Knowledge and experience in safe handling practices of flammable gases, liquid, and high/low pressure systems.
- Ability to work in changing climate conditions.
- Ability to work with a team, take direction from supervisors, keep required work schedules and maintain high attention to detail.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills and fluency in English is required.
- Must be able to lift, push and pull a minimum of 50 lbs. and be able to work in tight spaces, climb to and work from elevated platforms, ladders, walkways, etc.
- Must be willing to travel approximately 25% -35% of the time.
- Ability to report to the Houston office when not present at field work locations.
Benefits: This position is a full-time, salaried position located in Houston, TX. Selected candidate is eligible for employer matched 401(k), medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D insurance and other benefit offerings.
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