SAFETY SPECIALIST (SHERIDAN, TX)

Kinder Morgan•SHERIDAN, TX

15d•Onsite

About The Position

The Safety Specialist is a member of the Natural Gas Division, with primary geographical coverage in the Central region of Texas and a position based in Sheridan, Texas. The role supports the Natural Gas Business Unit in complying with federal, state, and local safety regulations, with an emphasis on safety training, facility inspections, OSHA regulatory interpretation, incident investigation support and classification, and emergency response support. The position requires extensive interaction with facility and management personnel, support for audits and inspections, and contribution to site-level and Business Unit safety and industrial hygiene procedures. The role involves approximately 75% travel, occasional overnight stays, outdoor work in the Southeast U.S. climate while wearing required PPE, and periodically climbing ladders and stairs to elevated platforms or walkways. The employee must promptly address requests outside regular business hours for technical advice and respond to emergencies. Job level will be commensurate with experience and skill set; other duties may be assigned as necessary.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
Familiarity with hazards and safe operating practices associated with flammable gases and liquids.
Valid driver’s license and ability to meet Company insurability requirements.
Effective, tactful, and positive communication with field and management personnel at all levels.
Moderate to high proficiency with personal computers and working knowledge of MS Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other EHS software.
Ability to work as a team member, with attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
Willingness to pursue safety certification commensurate with safety experience and education.

Nice To Haves

A degree in safety or industrial hygiene is preferred.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, P&IDs, and other diagrams is beneficial.
Safety certification is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Support the Natural Gas Business Unit in complying with federal, state, and local safety regulations.
Demonstrate a thorough understanding of OSHA regulations and working knowledge of EPA regulations.
Communicate regulatory and Business Unit requirements, research potential solutions, and address issues identified by facility personnel, internal audits, and regulatory inspections.
Inspect facilities to identify best practices and potential EHS deficiencies; provide regulatory citations or Business Unit standards for identified deficiencies and assist in developing and implementing solutions.
Plan, develop, and deliver effective safety training to facility personnel.
Support the incident/injury reporting and tracking system, including report generation and reviews for workplace injuries and illnesses, vehicle accidents, and other undesired occurrences.
Communicate effectively, tactfully, and positively with field and management personnel at all levels.
Contribute to developing or improving site-level and Business Unit safety and industrial hygiene procedures.
Participate in incident investigations and develop effective corrective actions.
Assist in developing and tracking completion of action items from pre- and post-installation reviews for new facilities or modifications to existing facilities.
Develop accurate and concise written communications about EHS issues to create awareness and prevent recurrence of similar events.
Support field operations during internal audits and assessments or external inspections.
Serve as a member of the Incident Command System in response to emergency incidents in the Division.
Promptly address requests outside regular business hours for technical advice and respond to emergencies.
Perform other duties as assigned.