Senior Specialist, Process Safety (various locations)

Buckeye CareerEast Chicago, IN
Onsite

About The Position

Buckeye is the premier infrastructure and logistics provider for the world’s energy needs, both today and tomorrow. Since 1886, we have successfully navigated transitions in the way energy has been distributed to continually meet the needs of an evolving market and industry environment. Our people are a critical element to the success and longevity of our operational history and our future as we seek to thrive through the energy transition. We own and operate a diversified global network of integrated assets providing midstream logistic solutions, primarily consisting of the transportation, storage, processing, and marketing of liquid petroleum products. We are committed to safely and responsibly providing world-class service to meet the continually evolving energy needs of our customers and the communities we serve. As part of this commitment to our customers, we are continually diversifying our platform and service offerings to enable less carbon intensive energy solutions and undertaking decarbonization efforts on our operations. The Senior Specialist, Process Safety role is responsible for implementing the Process Safety Management programs, policies and procedures for the Engineering and Construction Group and domestic pipeline and terminal within Buckeye. This role can be located at any Buckeye asset; however, the preference is: East Chicago, IN; Port Reading, NJ; or Tampa, FL.

Requirements

  • Minimum of a BS in Engineering, Health and Safety or advance degree.
  • Minimum 3-10 years’ experience in Petrochemical industry, oil and gas applying principles and practices of risk assessment, safety engineering and hazard management.
  • Experience in technical safety, systems safety, process safety tools and techniques such as Apollo PHA, HAZOP, HAZID or Quantitative Risk Assessment.
  • Exceptional written and oral communication skills, organizational skills, presentation and strong interpersonal skills.
  • Great deal of scheduling flexibility and responsiveness.
  • Ability to handle confidential matters in a tactful and professional manner.
  • Demonstrated commitment to environmental responsibility and regulatory compliance.
  • Ability to work independently and be able to exercise tact, discretion, and professionalism when dealing with internal and external customers, and when handling sensitive and confidential information.

Nice To Haves

  • Industry specific certifications helpful.

Responsibilities

  • Working with domestic Operations and E&C groups in developing five year Asset Maintenance Plan.
  • Identifying, assessing and documenting of HSSE risk reduction and control strategies for significant hazards.
  • Planning, organizing, leading assessment and controlling activities such as HAZOP, PHA, MOC and facility siting/layout studies.
  • Supporting and facilitating the PSM process to include domestic pipeline/terminal Operations, E&C Group, and Corporate HSSE Teams, driving the Process Hazard Assurance by preparing site projects for internal and corporate Process Safety inspections and facilitating the Apollo Process Hazards Assessment Process.
  • Training and mentoring staff on new and or modified procedures.
  • Auditing and enforcing compliance with procedures and processes.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

  • People First Culture: From managing over 5,000 miles of pipeline to commercializing clean energy projects, our people collaborate to provide world-class service and meet the changing energy needs of our customers. Our employee-first culture means that we invest in our employees and equip them to be fully contributing members of high performing teams. We are focused on collaboration, inclusion, empowerment, accountability, and professional development. We want the best in you to bring out the best in us. Join us as we work together to build a business that is responsive to the needs of the future while continuing to serve the energy needs of communities today.
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