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At Vortex, you will be surrounded by a culture that puts your safety first in all we do. If you like a fast-paced environment, a team structure that provides support, training, and development, then apply today!
The Vice President of Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) oversees the health and safety program for the company and its employees and accountable for creating and maintaining a safety culture consistent with the Vortex Values and Habits. This position is responsible for the overall strategic planning, technical support, process optimization and risk management for environment, health, safety, and operational excellence at all national and international locations and job sites. The VP of HSE is responsible leading a team of HSE professionals to fully integrate with project teams to support the safe production of quality work.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Develop and implement company-wide safety policies, procedures, and initiatives to promote a culture of safety
Responsible for developing and implementing EHS plan and budget. Focus on cost-effective compliance strategies
Build and enhance programs integrating each of our division's needs, applying best practices, and understanding the applicable regulatory requirements. Work closely with division operational leaders to track metrics, provide guidance and training on EHS topics
Lead Worker's Compensation claims process and claim management
Collaborate on developing enhanced technology for OSHA and DOT training systems, as well as for reporting and recordkeeping
Work with our legal department regarding contracts and pre qualifications for customers
Function as liaison with insurance representatives, HSE consultants and vendors that provide specific expertise
Ensure compliance management systems are in place and monitored
Investigate accidents & incidents for fault determination, root cause, contributing factors, and ensure follow through on all corrective actions assigned
Assure HSE team is actively managing safety through training, meetings, tool box talks, and field level presence performing work site inspections, ride a longs, site walks, and facility inspections
Keep abreast of industry best practices and emerging trend sin transportation safety and incorporate them into the company's safety programs
Prepare and present safety reports and metrics to senior management to track performance and identify areas for improvement
Conduct regular safety audits and inspections of facilities, equipment, and operations to identify and address potential hazards and risks
Supports and collaborates on driver training standards with cross functional leadership
Support DOT compliance efforts
Thoroughly understand and apply the regulatory environment affecting our company and interact with state and federal agencies such as, OSHA, DOT, FMCSA, EPA, TCEQ, etc.
Monitor engineering and operations projects to direct and ensure proper and timely Environmental, Federal, State, and local permitting
Create, Implement and Update Emergency Action Plans; organize practice drills as required
Write / review/ modify SPCC, SWP3, HazMat Transportation Security and Facility Security plans; conduct training on same
Provide facility oversight ensuring the safety of our employees and compliance with all local regulatory agencies which permit our buildings and facilities
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
Excellent communication, leadership, and team building skills
Managing remote teams
Superior knowledge of EH&S regulations with success improving TRIR and EMR ratings
Ability to organize, project plan, and meet deadlines
HMMP, SWPP, HAZWOPER, CPR/First Aid programs
Possess direct experience with accident investigations and root cause analysis
Excellent writing, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and presentation skills
Claims Management with Fleet and Property
FMCSA/DOT - hours of service, electronic logs, and driver qualifications a plus
50-75% Travel
EDUCATION:
Bachelor's degree in safety, environmental safety, or engineering preferred.
DOT/FMCSA and OSHA training certificates
Certification in Safety - CSP, ARM or other recognized certifications desired.
10+ years of experience in an environmental, healthy, and safety or operations role in the energy industry
5+ years of experience in a leadership or management role
Vortex Companies, LLC and all subsidiaries is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, ancestry, religion, orientation, age, sex, marital status, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status.