Texas EHS Specialist

EHS Specialist

Location:

Houston - La Porte, TX, & Crosby, TX Plants

Reports To:

EHS Manager

The Environmental Specialist will report directly to the EHS Manager and be accountable for overseeing the site Environmental/Safety programs and procedures to ensure site compliance with necessary regulations. This includes but not limited to permit reviews and reporting, , industrial hygiene, OSHA safety regulations and PSM. The Environmental Specialist will work closely with the rest of the leadership team in the implementation of other site objectives as needed.

• Provide support to plant personnel to ensure regulatory compliance with safety, transportation and environmental regulations (federal, state and local)
• Monthly, annual, and ad-hoc reporting to regulatory bodies (e.g., DMRs, TSCA, SARA 311/312/313, NPDES, Title V, RCRA, RMP and other site-required programs), as well as close cooperation with such bodies with timely responses on permits, audits, and inquiries
• Coordinate air compliance testing activities, including stack testing and RATA testing for boilers
• Ensure conformity with Responsible Care Management System (RCMS) requirements, maintain documentation supporting Responsible Care certification
• Serve as point person for internal EHS audits and participate as necessary in external audits (industry / OSHA)
• Support PSSR and MOC processes
• Conduct first-party PSM audits annually and participate in third-party PSM audits as needed
• Lead investigation of all incidents and ensure completion of AIM reports (excluding major incidents requiring non-unit facilitation resources)
• Log all incidents into Training Mine® to maintain compliance and support trending/learning
• Participate in safety meetings, PHA’s, and emergency response drills
• Participate in the Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) as needed to support community emergency planning and coordination
• Provide unit level support for the maintenance of IH exposure assessments, exposure monitoring and communication of IH exposure records
• Ensure periodic safety equipment maintenance and checks are performed and documented
• Manage all procedures, procedure reviews and training related to the EHS Manual
• Develop and maintain EHS training documentation; facilitate training as needed; and maintain records of training, safety meetings, and compliance activities
• Support and administer contractor safety requirements and Hazard Communication (Haz Com) programs to ensure compliance and safe execution of work
• Work closely with other ALTIVIA EHS resources as required
• Maintain strong interface with operators and technicians, plant supervision at all levels, and logistics / HQ stakeholders
• Role model the desired behaviors needed to drive continuous improvement in EHS performance

• Associates in HSE Discipline with 5 years experience OR chemical plant experience and 5 years in a HSE role
• Strong understanding & experience in OSHA and environmental regulations, and hazardous materials handling
• A proven record of responsibility/accountability to meeting department and plant goals and safety leadership
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to satisfy the internal customer requirements of this position
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks will be essential
• Possesses a high level of initiative and is able to work effectively with minimum supervision
• Maintains a sense of urgency, individual responsibility, and possesses the ability to effectively work under pressure and with changing priorities
• Proficient in Microsoft Office

• Bachelor’s degree HSE discipline
• Minimum of 5 years experience with permitting or regulatory background preferred.
• PSM experience is required
• Thorough knowledge of EPA and State environmental regulations
• Thorough knowledge of DOT regulations
• Thorough knowledge of industrial hygiene practices