Key Responsibilities:
Accountability 1 - SHE Plan Ownership & Development:
Develop, implement, and maintain turnaround-specific SHE Plans.
Details:
· 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
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Accountability 2 - Team Leadership & Safety Direction:
Provide leadership and direction on field health and safety to all turnaround personnel.
Details:
· 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
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Accountability 3 - Cross-Functional Collaboration:
Partner with internal stakeholders to ensure safe and efficient turnaround execution.
Details:
· 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
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Accountability 4 - Contractor Safety Management:
Ensure contractors meet or exceed facility SHE expectations.
Details:
· 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
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Accountability 5 - Training & Competency Development:
Develop and deliver SHE training programs to ensure workforce readiness.
Details:
· 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
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Accountability 6 - Hazard Management & Regulatory Compliance: Identify, assess, and control risks while ensuring regulatory compliance.
Details:
· 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
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Accountability 7 - Field Execution & Work Control Oversight: Ensure safe execution of all work activities through strong field presence and controls.
Details:
· 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
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Accountability 8:
Auditing, Performance Monitoring & Continuous Improvement Measure, audit, and improve safety performance throughout the turnaround lifecycle.
Details:
· 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
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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)
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Desired Experience
· Bachelor Degree (BS/BA)
· 2+ years in an occupational safety, health, or emergency response leadership role
· Prior experience in turnaround safety leadership
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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)
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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
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Preferred Skills
· Knowledge of maintenance practices and mechanical aptitude
· Familiarity with life-critical permitting process