HSE Specialist I

3 weeks ago

Bakersfield CA, United States Plains Full time

Job Type:

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.

SUMMARY

Individual will report to the Regional HSE Manager and will have immediate health, safety, environmental and security program related responsibilities for assigned Pipeline, Trucking, and Rail crude oil transportation assets.  Primary tasks include ensuring Safety and Security Programs and Environmental Regulatory Compliance, assisting with, and completing, IH monitoring, accident and incident investigation and reporting, internal and external auditing, and contractor oversight. Act as liaison with governmental and regulatory agencies and any other agencies to ensure permit compliance and stay informed about permitting and regulatory issues.  Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of all local, state, and federal environmental regulations, issues and technologies associated with all environmental mediums, (i.e., water, waste, endangered species, etc.) This individual must establish and maintain effective working relationships with managers, supervisors, and employees.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Additional responsibilities include:

  • Responsible for maintaining compliance with Local, State and Federal environmental (air, water, waste) regulatory requirements. Individual will assist with enhancement of environmental programs as assigned.

  • Responsible for site-specific response plan (SPCC, FRP, Security etc.) reviews, updates and training.

  • Responsible for compliance with Remediation activities (inspection, sampling, reporting) to closure as required.

  • Actively support all activities related to the safe operation of pipelines and pipeline facilities, to include the review and updates to plans and systems as needed.

  • Support Operations with Federal and State/Local external inspections/audits (e.g. EPA, DOT, etc.) and internal assessments to include multi-media comprehensive audits and Maximo PM evaluations.

  • Responsible to manage, as assigned, incident/accident management activities, such as spill reporting, incident investigations, risk management and root cause assessments. 

  • Participates in safety programs such as Management of Change (MOC), Industrial Hygiene (IH) monitoring, HSE Training Program, Plains Driver Safety program and other safety programs to support “Journey to Zero”.

  • Active in the field with employees to coach and mentor on Plains’ safety policies, programs and procedures.

  • Responsible for conducting and reporting on field safety evaluations (e.g. work permit reviews, program reviews, safety and environmental inspections).

  • Provide contractor safety oversight via safety assessments and onsite visits.

  • Maintain accurate electronic records to support compliance requirements (Maximo, Microsoft Windows Explorer).

  • Participation in industry-specific trade groups, list-serves, etc to assist in keeping updated on regulatory updates.

Overnight travel is required, and this position must be available to respond to emergencies 24/7.  This position is 75 percent of time in field 25 percent in office.  

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLs

  • Must have knowledge of local, State and Federal permitting practices/methodologies for new facilities, modifications to existing facilities, and maintenance of pipelines in sensitive environmental areas.

  • Candidate must have a strong working knowledge of OSHA/CalOSHA, EPA, PHMSA, FRA, and state and local regulatory requirements as they pertain to the pipeline, trucking, and rail transportation industry.

  • Knowledge of the following regulatory programs: NPDES, SWPPP, SPCC, and EPA remediation protocols.

  • Familiarity with GIS preferred.

  • Knowledge of rail operations is beneficial.

  • Familiarity with Maximo Asset Management software preferred.

  • This position requires the candidate to be proficient in written and verbal communication skills, have strong interpersonal skills, and be adept in Microsoft Office programs (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams). 

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

  • Accredited Bachelors or Master’s Degree in Safety, Environmental Science, Environmental Management or a related Technical discipline, or 5+ years field related experience. 

  • Must be detail and task-oriented with the ability to work independently but also assist team members to accomplish shared goals.

Additional Requirements

  • Must participate in Plains Medical Surveillance and Drug and Alcohol program as required under OSHA’s 29 CFR 1910.120 & PHMSA, 49 CFR Parts 194 & 195.

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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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