Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) Specialist, Power Operations

Crusoe•Abilene, TX

6d•$95,000 - $115,000•Onsite

About The Position

Crusoe is seeking an experienced, proactive Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) Specialist to champion safety across its power operations. Based at the company’s data center power plant in Abilene, Texas, with potential travel to additional locations, the Specialist will be an integral member of the Power Operations Team. The role calls for strong technical safety knowledge, particularly in rotating equipment, electrical safety, process safety, and/or large-scale turbine operations, along with the ability to communicate effectively across the organization, assess and mitigate risks, and foster a robust safety culture. This full-time role supports the efficiency and well-being of critical power infrastructure. The HSE Specialist will partner with power operations to understand risks and develop action plans; build HSE awareness through communications and training; assess worker risks and recommend mitigation; develop and implement procedures, work instructions, and checklists; monitor regulatory and internal compliance; and report objectives and metrics. The role also involves engaging with contractors, clients, and regulators; supporting audits and assessments; investigating incidents and leading root-cause analysis; following up on corrective actions; coordinating training; tracking regulatory changes; maintaining HSE documentation; and supporting other operational groups and projects as needed. This position is designated safety-sensitive and/or is located in a safety-sensitive facility. Participation in the drug and alcohol program is required. Candidates must be legally authorized to work and reside in the United States without sponsorship.

Requirements

At least 5 years of relevant industry experience; backgrounds in Oil and Gas, plants, refineries, power generation, or other heavy industrial operations are strongly preferred.
Deep technical knowledge of federal and state HSE rules and regulations.
Direct experience implementing HSE rules, regulations, policies, and procedures in an operational environment.
Strong written and verbal communication skills for interacting across organizational levels and with external stakeholders.
Computer proficiency for documentation, reporting, and using HSE management systems.
Must be legally able to work and reside in the United States without sponsorship.
Must participate in the drug and alcohol program for this safety-sensitive position and/or facility.

Nice To Haves

University degree in a related field such as Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, or Engineering.
Expertise in rotating equipment safety, electrical safety (NFPA 70E), or process safety management (PSM).
CSP (Certified Safety Professional), ASP (Associate Safety Professional), or OHST (Occupational Health and Safety Technologist) certification.
Experience in a fast-paced, high-growth company environment.
Proven ability to drive safety-related cultural change.

Responsibilities

Partner with the Power Operations Team to understand operational risks and develop action plans.
Cultivate HSE awareness and a strong safety culture through communications, training, and involvement in HSE programs.
Assess worker risks and recommend measures to reduce exposure and improve safety.
Develop and implement HSE processes, procedures, work instructions, and checklists.
Monitor compliance with regulations, internal policies, and procedures, and report HSE objectives and key metrics.
Communicate with contractors, clients, and regulatory agencies regarding HSE issues.
Plan and assist with compliance audits and assessments.
Facilitate incident investigations and lead root-cause analysis following failures, incidents, or accidents.
Track corrective actions, reports, and audit findings to ensure timely completion and effectiveness.
Coordinate and participate in HSE training for personnel.
Monitor new HSE requirements and integrate them into existing systems and practices.
Maintain relevant HSE documentation and ensure it is available at worksites.
Provide HSE support to other operational groups and projects as needed.