HSE Specialist, Process Safety Management

Job Type : Regular

Regular

Plains All American (PAA) is an industry-leading transportation and midstream provider specializing in transportation, storage, processing and marketing solutions for crude oil and natural gas liquids (NGLs).

We own an extensive network of pipeline transportation, terminalling, storage and gathering assets in key crude oil and NGL producing basins and transportation corridors and at major market hubs in the United States and Canada.

On average, PAA handles more than 6 million barrels per day of crude oil and NGL in its Transportation segment. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.

We are looking for highly-motivated individuals who enjoy working as part of a team in a dynamic and entrepreneurial work environment.

Our Operations department is a talented group of professionals who are committed to conducting our business in a manner that ensures the safety and security of the public, our employees and contractors, our assets, and the environment.

We want consistent and predictable operations done the right way, every time.

Job Purpose / Summary :

The Specialist, Process Safety Management is responsible for coordinating and assisting in the implementation of Plains’ Process Safety Management (PSM) Program elements for the operating areas assigned, assuring the program, related processes, and procedures conform to OSHA’s Process Safety Management (29 CFR 1910.119) standard.

The selected candidate will be eligible for company benefits including Medical / Dental / Vision, vacation time off, and free parking.

Additionally, this position comes with the option of a hybrid work schedule, combining working in our Houston office with working remotely.

Job Responsibilities :

Participate in Management of Change (MOC) for facility changes for areas of responsibility

Partner with Operations to ensure adherence to Plains’ MOC Process

Coordinate the implementation and maintenance of the Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) 5-year schedule for facilities, including but not limited to : budgeting, vendor selection, AFE management, scheduling, logistics, and report filing

Facilitate small scale PHAs, such as what-ifs and informal risk reviews, for facility changes

Assess the severity of process safety events and categorize according to API RP754

Lead and / or assist in process safety incident investigations, perform root cause analysis, propose corrective actions, and prepare resulting investigation reports

Establish and lead MOC and corrective action review meetings with accountable leaders at agreed to frequency to support continued resolution as per PSM standard

Assist in closure of action items from incidents, PHA’s, audits etc.

Coordinate the implementation and maintenance of the PSM audit practice for assigned facilities, including the planning, participation, documentation filing, and management of recommendations

Provide PSM expertise for capital projects in assigned facilities

Conduct site visits verifying PSM compliance.

Job requires 50 percent plus travel.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience :

Required :

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Safety or Environmental science with at least 5 years of industry-related job experience

Alternatively, at least 5 years of industry-related Operations experience

Intimate knowledge of OSHA PSM and EPA RMP regulations.

Working knowledge of petroleum storage and processing facilities

Competence in facilitating small scale Process Hazard Analyses (PHAs) for facility changes

Experience leading or participating in root cause analysis for process safety related incident investigations

Ability to build positive working relationships with operations and maintenance personnel

Read, write, and speak English fluently

Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite and industry applications

Maintain compliance with the company’s Drug & Alcohol Policy

Valid driver’s license with a clean motor vehicle record (MVR).

Preferred :

Experience in Mid-Stream Operations

Leadership skills

Plains

Our employees drive our success. At PAA hard work is rewarded with competitive compensation and a top-tier benefits program designed to keep you safe, healthy and happy.

We work hard to deliver the best results to our stakeholders and we also respect our employees need for personal and family time, which is reflected in our great benefits program.

Salary details estimated by job boards such as Indeed, Glassdoor, and LinkedIn do not represent Plains’ compensation structure.

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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