HSE Specialist

HSE Program Management & Technical Support

·       Serve as a primary resource for day-to-day HSE program operations, providing technical guidance on policies, procedures, and Safe Work Plans.

·       Lead updates, revisions, and maintenance of HSE documentation to ensure alignment with regulatory and client requirements.

·       Provide subject matter expertise on HSE processes, terminology, incident classifications, and compliance expectations.

·       Support HSE Committee initiatives, reporting cycles, and cross-departmental safety efforts.

Drug & Alcohol (D&A) Program Oversight

·       Serve as the subject matter expert for Percheron’s Drug & Alcohol program, ensuring alignment with DOT/FMCSA regulations, client requirements, and industry best practices.

·       Provide technical guidance, interpretation of regulatory requirements, and escalation support to the HSE Coordinator II, who manages day-to-day D&A program administration.

·       Review program documentation, compliance data, and reporting outputs for accuracy and completeness.

·       Support audit preparation and responses by providing SME-level insight, corrective action recommendations, and regulatory clarification.

·       Monitor regulatory changes and advise leadership on required updates to policies, processes, and training.

Audits, Compliance & Reporting

·       Lead preparation for safety, ESG, and D&A audits by compiling documentation, completing audit questionnaires, and coordinating follow-up actions.

·       Manage client prequalification submissions and ensure accuracy of compliance documentation across multiple platforms.

·       Maintain and analyze incident logs, near miss reports, and safety metrics to support trend identification and reporting.

·       Partner with HR and Operations to ensure timely and accurate incident reporting and documentation.

Training & Records Management

·       Coordinate, track, and maintain required safety training (OSHA, First Aid/CPR, MSHA, OQ, project specific training, D&A).

·       Maintain training matrices, certification records, and expiration tracking with a high degree of accuracy.

·       Manage scheduling and logistics for time-sensitive or multi-state training needs.

·       Ensure consistent and compliant recordkeeping within SharePoint and related systems.

·       Cross-Functional Support & Continuous Improvement

·       Collaborate with HSE, HR, Survey, Engineering, and Operations teams to support project mobilization, onboarding, and compliance readiness.

·       Identify gaps or inefficiencies in HSE processes and recommend improvements to enhance program effectiveness.

·       Build and maintain strong working knowledge of Percheron’s clients, project requirements, and safety culture to support operational needs.

·       Other duties as assigned or required 

• Associate’s degree required; Bachelor’s degree in HSE, Environmental Science, or related field preferred.
• 4–6 years of experience in HSE coordination, safety program administration, or related compliance roles.
• Demonstrated experience supporting audits, compliance documentation, and safety reporting.
• Strong working knowledge of HSE terminology, incident severity classifications, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Proficiency with contractor compliance platforms (ISNetworld, Veriforce, Avetta, or similar).
• Experience with Drug & Alcohol program compliance, regulatory interpretation, and audit support.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and SharePoint.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with leadership and cross-functional teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Professional judgment and discretion when handling sensitive or confidential information.

• Ability to work autonomously and to collaborate fully as a team player.
• Ability to pay close attention to details, and present good planning, organization, and time management skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment and willingness to assume additional or new responsibilities readily.
• Ability to maintain regular attendance as per work schedule agreed with manager (may require working an adjusted work schedule based on project assigned and work overtime if warranted).
• Ability to comply with applicable laws and regulations and Company policies and procedures.

• Spends 25% of the time in an office environment and 75% of time in the field.
• Is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. 
• Is occasionally required to stand, walk, and stoop, kneel, or crouch. 
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. 
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.