S&E Manager

Repsol•Alaska, AK

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

We explore and discover the limitless possibilities of energy so we can all progress. We believe in the power of talent to shape the future. That’s why we’re looking for curious, bold individuals who are eager to grow and create new ways forward—people who want to join us in building a more sustainable, innovative, and inclusive world. We strongly believe that diversity fuels creativity and innovation. That’s why we welcome professionals who are ready to grow, learn, and bring their perspective to the energy challenges of today and tomorrow. Here, you’ll find a place to grow and unlock your full potential. Repsol has an opening for an S&E Manager within the Alaska Business Unit, to be based in Anchorage, AK. Business Unit: Alaska Reports To: Alaska BU Director Location: Anchorage, AK Schedule: Office-based (hybrid) with some travel Position Summary The Safety and Environment (S&E) Manager is responsible for leading the implementation, assurance, and continuous improvement of the S&E Management System across Alaska activities. This role ensures full compliance with regulatory requirements and corporate standards, while promoting a strong safety culture and environmental stewardship in challenging Arctic operating conditions. The position plays a critical role in managing major accident hazards, ensuring environmental protection and regulatory compliance, and providing technical S&E leadership throughout the activities of Repsol in Alaska. In particular, these activities include: Operated Exploration: Drilling and Seismic Campaigns in the AK North Slope Operated Emergency Response, including preparedness for operating cargo lifting in Valdez Non-Operated Exploration and Production in the North Slope

Requirements

Full U.S. work authorization without restrictions, conditions, or current/future sponsorship.
University Degree in Science or Engineering (Wells, Industrial, Chemical, Safety or Environmental Engineering) with specialization in QS&E
Proficient in S&EQ Management Systems ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 9001
Possess certification in NEBOSH or equivalent
Successful Fit to Work clearance and maintaining FTW requirements for working in remote areas
12+ years' experience in S&E roles in Upstream O&G
Field operations (drilling, production, or O&M)
Leading S&E teams and programs
Environmental regulations and permitting experience for projects under Alaska State and Federal regulations
Experience in Arctic or extreme cold environments (e.g., Alaska North Slope, Canada, Arctic offshore)
Demonstrated experience working in: Extreme cold temperatures, Remote logistics environments, Ice/snow operations and seasonal constraints
Knowledge of Alaska State and Federal Environmental regulations, including the differences between permitting and environmental regulations applicable in Alaska State and Federal Lands
Knowledge of Winterization and cold-weather operational risks
Knowledge of Emergency response in remote locations
Knowledge of Oil spill response regulations in AK and oil spill response techniques
Fluent in ICS Emergency Response
S&E Management Systems
Incident Management & Investigation
Process Safety & Barrier Management
Environmental impact assessment and control
Hazard Identification and risk management
Stakeholder management and influencing skills
Strong leadership and influence skills
Ability to challenge operators and senior stakeholders constructively
High level of risk awareness and decision-making under uncertainty
Excellent communication skills (multicultural/remote teams)

Responsibilities

Responsible for safe operations under Repsol control and for Environmental stewardship and regulatory compliance.
Apply Repsol E&P’s S&E Management System to Alaska Business Unit activity.
Ensure reporting of S&E metric and information to Repsol E&P and Corporate, including incidents, environmental parameters, greenhouse gas emissions, risks, etc.
Define and implement Safety and Environmental (S&E) Plans
Assess S&E risks associated to the project/Conduct Risk Assessment Workshops
Develop the Permitting Roadmap, ensure the development of environmental studies and deliverables required and interact with regulatory agencies, both Alaska State and Federal
Support in the identification of stakeholders and preparation of stakeholders’ management plan
Develop and implement S&E procedures and deliverables
Coordinate bridging documents with contractors on S&E issues
Conduct audits to contractors. Ensure implementation of corrective actions.
Perform S&E evaluation of contractors during tender processes, define S&E requirements in contracts
Monitor contractor compliance with Repsol standards and requirements
Contract Holder for S&E services
Prepare and implement emergency response plans required for the project. Coordinate emergency drills
Coordinate incident investigations. Develop lessons learned from incidents and communicate external lessons learned to project stakeholders
Ensure compliance with OSHA and other Alaska Safety requirements
Implement preventive observations program and analyze the trends and define corrective actions
Hold S&E meetings, prepare S&E reports and supervise S&E personnel at site
Contract Holder for Emergency Response services.
Coordinator for emergency preparedness, responsible for the preparation and/or maintenance of the C-Plans and direct relations with the relevant authorities.
Organization of drills at all levels, including the organization of full deployment drills as required by Alaska Authorities.
Performs audits and assessments of ER contractors.
Act as key S&E focal point with operators in non-operated assets.
Challenge operator performance where needed to ensure compliance and safety excellence.
Participation in Technical Committee Meetings.
Monitor Operator’s performance, understand risks to Repsol and report accordingly.
Audit Operator in S&E issues.