HSE Specialist

NOV Inc. • Odessa, TX

24d • Hybrid

About The Position

The HSE Specialist will be responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies, procedures, and programs to ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations. This role involves conducting regular site visits to assess HSE performance, providing guidance, and supporting continuous improvement. The specialist will lead incident investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective action implementation, as well as deliver HSE training. Key expectations include building strong relationships, fostering buy-in for HSE initiatives, communicating effectively, staying current on regulations, modeling responsible behavior, and promoting a proactive safety culture.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of HSE experience, ideally in a manufacturing or multi-site environment
• In-depth knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations
• Ability to interpret and apply regulatory requirements to real-world operational challenges
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Comfortable delivering safety presentations and training sessions to various audiences
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 50% to company facilities as needed

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in occupational health & safety, Environmental Science, or a related field
• Professional certifications such as CSP (Certified Safety Professional), CIH (Certified Industrial Hygienist), or CHMM (Certified Hazardous Materials Manager) are highly desirable

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and monitor HSE policies, procedures, and programs to ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations.
• Conduct regular site visits to company facilities to assess HSE performance, provide guidance, and support continuous improvement.
• Lead incident investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective action implementation.
• Deliver HSE training and educational sessions to employees and contractors.
• Perform risk assessments and recommend effective risk mitigation strategies.
• Participate in audits, inspections, and internal/external compliance reviews.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation related to HSE activities, incidents, and corrective actions.
• Collaborate with site managers and cross-functional teams to implement safety initiatives and promote a positive HSE culture.
• Serve as a subject matter expert and resource for HSE-related topics, providing practical advice and solutions.
• Track and report on HSE performance metrics and communicate results to leadership.

Benefits

• 401(k) Retirement Plan – NOV matches every dollar up to 5% of base pay and overtime for every dollar you invest.
• Competitive medical plans that are effective your date of hire.
• FREE MDLIVE virtual visits (when enrolled in an NOV medical plan).
• FREE preventative medical and dental care for the entire family (when enrolled in an NOV medical/dental plan and seeing an in-network physician).
• FREE Basic Life and AD&D insurance at 2 times your annual salary (for full-time employees).
• All regular full-time employees start with 3 weeks of paid vacation per year (prorated based on start date). Pre-NOV relevant experience (years of service) may be considered for vacation accruals.
• All regular full-time employees receive up to 11 paid holidays per year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level