Director of Safety - Rope Access
About The Position
PK Companies is seeking an experienced Director of Safety to provide technical leadership, safety oversight, and strategic direction for its growing rope access operations. The role supports safe work in refinery, petrochemical, and industrial environments while contributing to the continued growth and development of rope access services. The position is based in the Greater Houston area, out of Deer Park, Texas, and reports to the VP of HSEQ. The role has a 50/50 field and office split and offers a base salary of $120,000–$130,000, plus vehicle and cell phone allowances. The Director will lead rope access safety programs and technical standards, support work planning and field execution, assess job-site risks and technician competency, and provide guidance to crews, clients, operations leaders, and company leadership. The role also includes mentoring personnel, supporting recruiting and training initiatives, and promoting safety excellence alongside operational efficiency and client satisfaction.
Requirements
- Current SPRAT Level III or IRATA Level III certification.
- At least 10 years of hands-on industrial rope access experience.
- Extensive experience in refineries, petrochemical plants, chemical facilities, or similar industrial environments.
- Demonstrated leadership experience directing crews, providing technical guidance, and enforcing safety standards.
- Strong understanding of rope access systems, rescue techniques, rigging practices, and hazard recognition.
- Ability to communicate effectively with field personnel, clients, and executive leadership.
- Strong problem-solving skills and sound decision-making abilities in dynamic field environments.
- Must reside within the Greater Houston area.
Nice To Haves
- Experience leading multi-site rope access operations.
- Additional safety certifications such as OSHA 500, CSP, ASP, CHST, or equivalent.
- Experience supporting turnaround, maintenance, inspection, or construction projects within industrial facilities.
- Knowledge of refinery and petrochemical safety requirements, including permit systems, confined space entry, and contractor safety programs.
Responsibilities
- Provide leadership and oversight for rope access safety programs, technical standards, and field execution practices.
- Develop and maintain consistent rope access procedures, work practices, rescue plans, and safety expectations.
- Evaluate job-site risks, work methods, rigging systems, and technician competency to support safe and efficient project execution.
- Partner with Operations leadership to plan and execute work in refineries, chemical facilities, and other industrial environments.
- Conduct field audits, inspections, and incident investigations as required.
- Mentor, coach, and develop rope access personnel, strengthening technical competency, accountability, and team performance.
- Support recruiting, training, certification compliance, and career development initiatives for rope access personnel.
- Serve as a technical resource for clients, project teams, and company leadership regarding rope access best practices and industry standards.
- Promote a culture of safety excellence while maintaining operational efficiency and client satisfaction.
Benefits
- Competitive base salary plus vehicle and cell phone allowance.
- Paid time off and holidays.
- Health, dental, and vision benefits.
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
- Health Savings Account (HSA).
- Company Match 401(k).
- Company-paid life insurance.
- Company-paid short- and long-term disability.
- Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
Education Level
No Education Listed
