TAR Safety, Health, Environmental Lead

Safety, Health, and Environment (SHE) Manager

Accountability 1 - SHE Plan Ownership & Development:

Develop, implement, and maintain turnaround-specific SHE Plans. Take full ownership of event-specific SHE Plans. Ensure plans are comprehensive, practical, and aligned with site standards. Integrate hazard identification, risk controls, and compliance requirements. Continuously improve plans based on lessons learned.

Accountability 2 - Team Leadership & Safety Direction:

Provide leadership and direction on field health and safety to all turnaround personnel. Guide teams on resolving field safety issues. Lead turnaround safety teams, including contractor safety staff. Conduct safety meetings, stand-downs, and tailgate sessions. Promote a strong safety culture and proactive engagement.

Accountability 3
- Cross-Functional Collaboration:

Partner with internal stakeholders to ensure safe and efficient turnaround execution. Actively participate in turnaround teams. Collaborate with Turnaround Superintendent, Operations, Engineering, and Safety/IH. Support planning and execution of safe work strategies. Balance cost-effective solutions with safety as the top priority.

Accountability 4 - Contractor Safety Management:

Ensure contractors meet or exceed facility SHE expectations. Review and approve contractor safety plans. Lead development of contractor safety orientation programs. Coordinate contractor safety representatives during execution. Monitor contractor compliance with OSHA and site standards.

Accountability 5 - Training & Competency Development:

Develop and deliver SHE training programs to ensure workforce readiness. Create SHE training plans aligned with turnaround risks. Prepare and deliver training materials and sessions. Ensure contractor and employee understanding of safety requirements. Reinforce hazard recognition and safe work practices.

Accountability 6 - Hazard Management & Regulatory Compliance:
Identify, assess, and control risks while ensuring regulatory compliance.

Implement Job Safety Analysis (JSA) using Hazard Recognition Plus. Develop site-specific Emergency Response Plans. Conduct regulatory reviews of safety programs and procedures. Ensure proper PPE selection and usage across all phases.

Accountability 7 - Field Execution & Work Control Oversight:
Ensure safe execution of all work activities through strong field presence and controls.

Provide field support, technical expertise, and SHE oversight. Support life-critical permitting (e.g., confined space, hot work, excavation). Ensure safety standards are applied to equipment, procedures, and execution. Identify and allocate necessary safety resources.

Accountability 8:

Auditing, Performance Monitoring & Continuous Improvement Measure, audit, and improve safety performance throughout the turnaround lifecycle. Organize and lead safety audits and inspections. Monitor field activities for compliance with SHE plans. Track and report leading and lagging safety metrics. Conduct trend analysis and drive corrective actions. Support incident and near-miss investigations to improve performance.

Reporting Structure:

Direct report to the Turnaround Superintendent

Required Experience:

High School Diploma or GED equivalent. 5–10 years of experience in the chemical, refining, industrial manufacturing, or heavy construction industries. Demonstrated commitment to safety excellence. Working knowledge of OSHA regulations. Ability to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).

Desired

Experience:

Bachelor Degree (BS/BA). 2+ years in an occupational safety, health, or emergency response leadership role. Prior experience in turnaround safety leadership.

Desired

Certifications:

Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), or equivalent. Experience auditing occupational safety and health systems. Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification (or willingness to obtain within 12 months).

Required Skills:

Strong leadership and team-building capabilities across all organizational levels. In-depth knowledge of occupational safety and health regulations and standards. Experience with incident investigation tools (e.g., Cause Mapping, 5-Why, FMEA). Strong communication, coaching, facilitation, and organizational skills. Proven ability to influence change and drive safety improvements. Ability to work across functions including operations, maintenance, and contractors. Self-motivated, organized, and capable of managing multiple priorities.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools. Authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship. Ability to wear required PPE, including respiratory protection.

Preferred

Skills:

Knowledge of maintenance practices and mechanical aptitude. Familiarity with life-critical permitting process.