Manager, HSE

Lyondell Basell North America•Clinton, IA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for the direction of the company's Health, Safety, Environmental (HSE) and Security programs and policies for the chemical and polymer manufacturing site located in Clinton, IA. The position is also responsible for compliance with health, safety and environmental regulations: local, state and federal. As part of the Clinton Leadership Team, this position provides guidance, direction and coaching to safety and environmental professionals and specialists responsible for the delivery of HSE processes and policies at the Clinton site and as part of relevant corporate networks and teams. The individual serving in this capacity will act as the site’s interface with HSE regulatory agencies.

Requirements

B.S. degree in engineering, relevant sciences or specific HSE discipline
Typically, a minimum of 6 years of chemical plant or refinery operations experience, or education and equivalent experience in chemical or refinery industry
Working knowledge of the regulatory processes applicable to a plant operation
Knowledge of or experience with HSE, operating, maintenance, and engineering processes and procedures, business fundamentals, and shared services role in manufacturing
Strong people and organizational leadership acumen demonstrated through previous experience within manufacturing
Exceptional oral and written communication skills and the ability to interface with all organizational levels within the company
Critical Competencies: strategic leadership, driving improvement in others, champion of change, driving and managing teamwork, managing situational, delegation and empowerment, communication effectiveness and initiative

Nice To Haves

Experience representing a company to the various regulatory agencies
Previous supervisory and/or leadership experience

Responsibilities

Leads the HSE function to ensure continuous improvement of the HSE programs and performance.
Establishes and maintains Key Performance Indicators used to measure the site HSE performance.
Ensures the HSE programs and practices are consistent with LyondellBasell's Operational Excellence Standards and in compliance with local, state and federal requirements.
Develops and recommends business driven and cost effective HSE strategies.
Proactively develops and deploys HSE programs to reduce work-related injuries and illnesses, and prevent harm to the environment.
Acts as the champion to insure proper investigation and follow-up is taken on safety concerns, near misses and incidents.
Addresses all internal and external customer inquiries and reporting requirements regarding health, safety, environmental and security matters.
Facilitates employee involvement, awareness, and continuous improvement in all LyondellBasell safety programs.
Builds relationships and maintains on-going communications with plant staff and manufacturing personnel to develop and maintain a collaborative work environment.
Manages organizational aspects, succession planning, and talent management strategies for the Health, Safety, Environmental and Security function to develop staff with expertise and knowledge.
Sets performance and development goals for their staff of ten (10) employees.
Responsible for a contract security force.

Benefits

Competitive total compensation package
Equitable and market-competitive base pay
Locally relevant incentives
Pay-for-performance culture
Workplace Flexibility: The Company’s Global Remote Work Policy allows eligible employees to request to work remotely up to two full days per standard work week at an approved location other than the designated worksite or office, such as at a home office with managerial approval.
Comprehensive Health, Welfare, Life and Retirement Programs
6% LYB match on 401(k) contribution
5% LYB cash balance pension plan accrual
Comprehensive Well-being Benefits: Programs to support your physical, mental, financial, and social health, ensuring you receive the care you need, when you need it.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan: The LYB ESPP offers a 10% discount on LYB stock for eligible employees in Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Spain, and US.
Educational Assistance Program: To encourage self-development by providing financial aid for approved educational activities voluntarily undertaken by employees.
Bravo Rewards Program: Recognizing outstanding employee contributions.
Robust Medical and Life Insurance Packages: Offering a variety of coverage options to meet individual needs.
Professional Development: Opportunities to learn and grow through training, mentoring, work experiences, community involvement, and team building activities.
Competitive Vacation Policies: Generous annual leave to support your work-life balance.
Global Adoption Policy: Support for employees expanding their families.
Matching Gifts Program: Enhance the impact of your charitable contributions to qualified organizations.