SAFETY SPECIALIST (ROBSTOWN, TX)

About the position

Kinder Morgan is one of the largest energy infrastructure companies in North America. For more than 25 years, we have continued to grow and now operate coast-to-coast with more than 10,000 employees with experience that spans more than 60 years. The Safety Specialist is a member of Kinder Morgan's Division 11 team which covers multiple operating areas within the South Region (Texas Gulf Coast and South Texas). This position is based out of Kinder Morgan's Robstown, TX office. This is a great opportunity if you are an experienced Safety Manager, Safety Supervisor, Safety Coordinator, EHS Consultant, or EHS Specialist.

Responsibilities

• Support the Natural Gas Business Unit in complying with federal, state, and local safety regulations.
• Provide safety training, facility inspections, OSHA regulatory interpretations, incident investigation support, OSHA incident classification, and emergency response support.
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of OSHA regulations and a working knowledge of EPA regulations.
• Communicate regulatory as well as Business Unit requirements and research potential solutions to address issues identified by facility personnel, internal audits and regulatory inspections.
• Inspect facilities to identify best practices and potential EHS deficiencies.
• Provide regulatory citation or reference Business Unit standards for deficiencies identified and assist in developing and implementing solutions.
• Plan, develop, and deliver safety training to facility personnel.
• Provide support for the incident/injury reporting and tracking system, including report generation and reviews.
• Contribute in the development or improvement of site level as well as Business Unit safety and IH procedures.
• Participate as a member of a team that investigates incidents and develops effective corrective actions.
• Participate in the PSSR - prestart up reviews post construction.
• Develop accurate and concise written communications concerning Health & Safety issues.
• Support field operations during internal audits/assessments or external inspections.
• Serve as a member of the Incident Command System (ICS) in response to emergency incidents.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university or equivalent experience.
• Familiarity concerning the hazards and safe operating practices associated with flammable gases and liquids.
• Reading and interpreting blueprints, P&IDs, and other diagrams is beneficial.
• Safety certification preferred but not required.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and meet Company insurability requirements.

Nice-to-haves

• Safety or industrial hygiene degree preferred.
• Effective, tactful, and positive communication with all levels of field and management personnel.
• Moderate to high proficiency with personal computers and working knowledge of MS Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work as a team member with a focus on attention to detail and meeting deadlines.

Benefits

• Health care benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage.
• Flexible and Health Spending Accounts.
• Life and Accidental Death and Disability insurance.
• Supplemental Life and Accidental Death and Disability insurance for employee and dependents.
• Retirement benefits including a 401(k) with employer and employee contributions and a company-funded pension plan.
• Paid time off.
• Paid parental bonding leave.
• Paid holidays.
• A flexible work schedule.
• Many voluntary benefit plans.