HSE Advisor

Oxy•Brawley, CA

4d•$103,200 - $141,900

About The Position

Oxy is seeking an experienced HSE Advisor for its US Onshore Resources & Carbon Management (ORCM), Low Carbon Venture Business Unit, based in Brawley, California. The role supports a lithium extraction operation and is responsible for maintaining the plant’s HSE management system, regulatory compliance, employee and contractor training, incident response, audits, stakeholder engagement, documentation, and continuous improvement. The position emphasizes chemical handling and storage, process safety, environmental standards, and laboratory safety under the plant’s Chemical Hygiene Plan.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Safety, or a related field.
Minimum of 10 years of experience in HSE roles, preferably in the chemical industry, with specific experience handling chemicals used in lithium extraction operations.
In-depth knowledge of California environmental and occupational health and safety regulations, particularly for chemical plant operations and process safety.
Effective verbal and written communication skills in a multidisciplinary team environment.
Ability to make technically and economically sound recommendations with incomplete information and within required timelines.
Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
Self-starter able to work with minimal supervision and direction.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
Proficiency in, or ability to learn, applicable HSE software and tools.
Working knowledge of OSHA Process Safety Management elements and typical safety program requirements in chemical plant operations.
Working knowledge of industry codes and standards, including ASME B31.3, B31.4, B31.8, and ASME Section 8, Division 1 Pressure Vessel Code.
Working knowledge of typical rotating and stationary equipment, materials of construction, and process control elements and systems.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree or certifications.

Responsibilities

Develop, maintain, and implement the plant’s HSE management system and ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
Apply safety protocols and environmental standards specific to lithium extraction operations, including laboratory safety requirements in the Plants Chemical Hygiene Plan.
Conduct regular HSE training for employees and contractors, emphasizing lithium chemicals and related operational processes.
Investigate and report HSE incidents, near misses, and non-conformities; develop corrective actions and ensure they are implemented.
Inspect and audit the facility to identify hazards, confirm corrective actions, and improve HSE performance, with a focus on lithium extraction risks.
Liaise with regulatory agencies, industry groups, and local communities on HSE matters, particularly those concerning lithium operations in California.
Maintain detailed, current records of HSE activities, including risk assessments, incident reports, and training logs.
Keep current with HSE best practices and innovations and integrate relevant developments into plant operations.