Specialist, Health & Safety

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Buckeye Partners is a leading infrastructure and logistics provider serving the world's energy needs. Since 1886, we have navigated transitions in energy distribution to meet evolving market demands while prioritizing safety and environmental responsibility.

Responsible for implementing health and safety policies while supporting regional team programs. Ensure pipeline, terminal, processing, and construction sites meet safety compliance, perform safety auditing, and lead emergency response activities.

• Implement health, safety, and emergency response requirements within the assigned Field Operations Region.
• Assist asset teams with safety audits of pipeline, processing, and terminal facilities.
• Communicate and reinforce safety behaviors for employees and contractors.
• Conduct cause map investigations for major incidents such as injuries, vehicle accidents, product releases, and other events.
• Respond to pipeline and terminal emergencies as the Deputy Site Safety and Health Officer.
• Act as liaison between Buckeye and regulatory agencies.
• Provide technical safety advice regarding equipment and procedures.
• Perform work audits during routine maintenance, tank repairs, and other pipeline and terminal activities.
• Assist corporate in writing and revising the Safety Manual.
• Support asset teams with Tank Fire Fighting Action Plans and Emergency Response Plans.
• Coordinate PREP Notification and exercise drills for the region.
• Develop Health and Safety training programs.
• Support regional work and asset team objectives and immediate needs, including tasks outside normal areas of expertise.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree preferred, preferably in Safety or related discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in the health and safety field.
• Or:
  Two years of supervisory experience in the oil and gas/petrochemical industry.
• Understanding of pipeline and terminal maintenance, operations, and emergency response, including NIIMS Incident Command System highly desired.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products required; experience with Visio and SharePoint desired.
• Position requires extensive travel (50–60%); must be flexible and willing to travel on short notice.

• Valid Driver’s license.
• CSP or other relevant certifications preferred.

• Excellent communication skills.
• Good written communication, presentation, organizational and scheduling skills are essential.

• Ability to safely and successfully perform essential job functions consistent with ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards.
• Maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with ADA, FMLA, and other standards.
• Compliance with all personnel policies.

• Meet medical criteria established by OSHA for emergency response.
• Exposure to hazardous environments; respirator required at times.
• Adherence to DOT drug and alcohol testing requirements.
• Regularly stand, walk, use hands, reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Perform field safety inspections, enter confined spaces, and respond to pipeline and terminal emergencies.

Success in the Buckeye culture requires a demonstrated commitment to environmental responsibility and regulatory compliance. Strong written and verbal communication, independent work ethic, tact, discretion, and professionalism with confidential information are essential. Buckeye fosters an employee‑first culture that emphasizes collaboration, inclusion, empowerment, accountability, and professional development to drive innovation and continuous improvement.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Management and Manufacturing

Oil and Gas