Process Safety Management Coordinator

Summary:

The Process Safety Management (PSM) Coordinator manages all elements of the OSHA Process Safety Management (PSM) Programs and US EPA Risk Management Plans (RMP) at our Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) and Liquified Natural Gas (LNG) facilities. The position also supports the EHS Department on additional initiatives as assigned.

Position Responsibilities:

• Provide overall coordination of day-to-day activities related to the implementation of PSM for the facilities.

• Continuously maintain all PSM data and required records to ensure accurate and current information.

• Manage and maintain all records for all applicable PSM Program elements, including PM, MOC, incident investigation, employee participation, training, and other records generated from any PSM program element.

• Maintain audit ready PSM programs, data, and records at all times through periodic internal self-audits.

• Review operating procedures for PSM covered processes to ensure they are accurate and current.

• Schedule and participate in all PSM meetings. These meetings include reviewing all open action items, training, MOCs, review of incident reports, and other pertinent information and training.

• Coordinate the Management of Change / Pre Start-up Safety Reviews (MOC/PSSR).

• Participate in a five-year Process Hazard Analysis (PHA).

• Maintain open recommendations from audits, reviews, analyses, and inspections in the appropriate tracking systems.

• Participate in incident investigations and root cause analyses when required.

• Assist as needed in developing inspection, test, and preventative maintenance plans and equipment reliability for the facility.

• Maintain and complete all training documentation in a timely manner.

• Continually evaluate and communicate the PSM training plan with employees and plant leadership.

• Assist plant managers in ensuring that EHS is implemented and layered audits are conducted.

• Supports the launch of all activities needed to implement and maintain PSM compliance.

• Maintain current knowledge of CE/PSM related rules and regulations.

• Travel to operating sites 20-50% of the time.

• Other duties as assigned.

Process Safety Engineer job duties include:

• Conduct process hazard analyses.

• Identify process safety hazards and risks.

• Develop and implement process safety management programs.

• Evaluate compliance with process safety regulations.

• Investigate process safety incidents.

• Monitor changes in processes and procedures.

• Train employees in process safety procedures.

• Perform risk assessments.

• Coordinate with other departments to ensure process safety.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skill, and ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in industrial safety, safety sciences, safety engineering, environmental science/engineering, or other engineering degree from a regionally or nationally accredited institution with three or more years of PSM program coordination. Proven skills in the implementation of PSM programs and procedures. Comprehensive knowledge of the OSHA PSM regulations.

Language Skills

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, clients, customers, and the general public. The ability to communicate effectively with multiple project stakeholders.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability, statistical inference, plane and solid geometry fundamentals, and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret various technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

Computer Skills

Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, specifically Word, Excel, and Outlook. Knowledge of database and project management software, mechanical, P&ID, and electrical engineering design concepts. Solid experience with AutoCAD Design software. P&ID experience is strongly preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Environmental/Safety Certification Preferred (CIH, CSP, ASP, CHMM, CHST, OHST)

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following behaviors:

Quality

Consistently produces high-quality work (accurate, neat, and thorough). Strives to improve productivity, processes, and quality. Demonstrates strong knowledge and skills related to the job. Presents a professional image with dress, demeanor, and manners. Maintains clean workspace, company equipment, and company vehicles. Safety is a high priority.

Communication

Communicates clearly, concisely, effectively, professionally, and timely. Exhibits good listening and comprehension skills. Keeps others appropriately informed and shares ideas even when unpopular. Listens to what others have to say. Maintains open and active communication with colleagues. Effectively uses knowledge and experience in asking, probing, and anticipating issues to ensure quality is provided.

Teamwork

Foster the spirit of working together. Display respect, courtesy, politeness, tact, and openness. Handle conflict appropriately and professionally. Build relationships, promote cohesiveness, and model collaboration with others. Consider the impact and issues for our customers and other departments. Engage other impacted departments early for solutions.

Persistence

Develop workable alternatives and solutions. Exhibits persistence in following assignments through to completion. Promotes process improvements.

Reliable

Responds promptly. Is honest, ethical, value-driven, and trustworthy. Keeps commitments made, completes assignments, and meets deadlines. Accountable--Takes responsibility for own actions and performance. Meets attendance and punctuality guidelines. Available and accessible.

Entrepreneurial

Takes initiative and appropriate action. Is engaged and committed to achieving the company’s mission. Pursues better ways to get things done and takes appropriate risks. Keeps up to date with competitor information and market trends. Controls costs and thinks in terms of profit, loss, and added value. Is committed to the satisfaction of customers.

Leadership

Provides clear direction around a vision. Creates actionable plans and is proactive & anticipatory. Demonstrates innovative approaches and solutions. It is an example for employees and others. Accepts responsibility for individual and team performance. Makes appropriate and timely decisions and takes action on decisions. Sets clear and reasonable performance expectations. Motivates and empowers others. Delegates tasks appropriately. Recruits staff of a high caliber. Provides timely and direct feedback to subordinates. Recognizes subordinates for their contributions and efforts. Encourages continuous growth and learning in others. Shows respect for others and their ideas. Helps others manage through change.

Passion

Is excited and creates enthusiasm about the company’s future. Promotes a sense of company pride. Displays a sense of pride in the department and its contributions. Displays passion for the job.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk and sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Always practice good judgment and refer to the safety guidelines.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here represent those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Always practice good judgment and refer to the safety guidelines. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.