EHS Specialist - Process Safety Management

Veolia Environnement SA•Beaumont, TX

51d•Onsite

About The Position

The Process Safety Specialist is responsible for the implementation, management, and continuous improvement of the Process Safety Management (PSM) programs at the Beaumont site, in accordance with CFR 1910.119. This position will also support compliance with EPA’s Risk Management Program (RMP) 40 CFR Part 68. This position reports to the Beaumont site EHS Manager. As a Process Safety Specialist you will work to identify process safety risks within chemical manufacturing operations and will be responsible for developing, proposing, and implementing mitigation strategies and programs. You will be responsible for establishing and continuously improving the Process Safety Management (PSM) programs at the site and supporting other departments in complying with regulatory and Veolia process safety requirements. You will lead and participate in incident investigations, root cause analyses, management of change (MOC), processes hazard analysis (PHA) studies, and the implementation of corrective and preventive actions. You will work closely with Production, Engineering, Technology, Global Process Chemistry and other EHS functions in the Veolia business.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Science, preferably Chemical Engineering
Minimum 3-4 years of progressive Process Safety Management (PSM) experience
Knowledge of OSHA PSM and EPA RMP regulatory requirements
Experience writing MOCs, participating in PHAs, leading RCAs, and leading PSSRs
Understanding of chemical plant processes and process hazards, including flammability, toxicity, reactivity, corrosivity, etc.
Initiative to drive continuous improvement in process safety management programs
Experience in conducting process safety training
Understanding of risk assessment and process hazard analysis processes
Fluent in English, with strong oral and written communication skills to interpret EPA, OSHA, and other regulations and liaise with a variety of stakeholders

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in HAZOP, What-If, LOPA, and/or QRA
Experience in Emergency Response
Familiar with NFPA 30
Familiar with WinCC or equivalent programs
Knowledge of SAP
Holds a Certified Safety Professional (CSP) certification

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain Process Safety Management programs in compliance with regulatory requirements (e.g., OSHA, EPA)
Define and track process safety metrics and analyze data from incident reports to improve PSM practices
Facilitate Process Hazard Analysis program, ensuring regulatory compliance with all elements of 29 CFR 1910.119
Develop and implement process hazards analysis (PHA) recommendations to reduce risk
Lead incident investigations and root cause analyses of process safety events, loss of containment, and near-miss events to identify root causes and recommend sustainable corrective actions
Support and facilitate risk assessments for Management of Change (MOC) and Pre-Startup Safety Review (PSSR) processes
Enhance our Contractor Management program.
Oversee and provide technical support for the Gensuite (EHS management system)
Support project teams to ensure all aspects of process safety are addressed in projects
Develop and deliver training programs for employees on internal process safety standards, guidelines, and industry best practices
Work closely with global support teams, including Technology, Process Chemistry, and Engineering to enhance process safety awareness and performance across the organization
Implement internal standards for hazardous processes (e.g. flammable materials, combustible dust handling and neutralization reactions)
Prepare detailed reports and presentations on process safety performance and recommendations for management review
Stay updated on changes in regulations and adjust PSM programs accordingly
Lead initiatives aimed at continuous improvement of process safety performance and overall operational excellence
Utilize technical expertise and industry knowledge to propose innovative solutions to safety challenges