Emergency Response & Safety Specialist

Westlake Chemical Corporation; Seymourville (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Westlake Chemical Corporation in Plaquemine, LA is seeking a seasoned HSE professional to coordinate emergency response activities and safety programs. You will train Emergency Response Teams and Incident Commanders, review project plans, and ensure readiness of fire protection systems across the site.

The role requires a minimum 10 years of plant emergency response experience and strong communication skills to interface with media and government agencies as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; college degree preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years plant experience with emergency response experience.
• Strong facilitation, interpersonal and computer skills with good verbal and written communication abilities.
• Able to work in a team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Plaquemine emergency response activities.
• Train Emergency Response Teams and Incident Commanders.
• Review plans for expansion and new projects; test and maintain fire protection systems.
• Interfacing with media and all federal, state, and local agencies to protect company integrity.

Skills

Emergency response

Facilitation

Interpersonal skills

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Westlake Chemical Corporation in Plaquemine, LA is seeking a seasoned HSE professional to coordinate emergency response activities and safety programs. You will train Emergency Response Teams and Incident Commanders, review project plans, and ensure readiness of fire protection systems across the site.

The role requires a minimum 10 years of plant emergency response experience and strong communication skills to interface with media and government agencies as needed.