Field HSE Specialist - 24/7 Response & Growth

Plains; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Plains is seeking a Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) Specialist to support Gulf Coast operations, based in Houston or San Antonio. You will help strengthen safety culture, ensure regulatory compliance, and oversee environmental programs for pipelines, terminals, and trucking assets.

The role involves field work, 24/7 emergency response rotation, occasional overnight travel, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Science, or related field; 5–7 years' experience preferred.
• Familiarity with OSHA, EPA, PHMSA requirements is an asset.
• Strong communication and coaching across teams.

Responsibilities

• Maintain compliance with environmental regulations (air, water, waste) and support program enhancements.
• Review and train on site response plans (SPCC, FRP, Security).
• Lead incident and accident investigations, including root-cause analysis.
• Coordinate with Operations during inspections and audits; support safety programs.

Skills

Strong communicator

Attention to detail

Collaborative

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Science, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Plains is seeking a Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) Specialist to support Gulf Coast operations, based in Houston or San Antonio. You will help strengthen safety culture, ensure regulatory compliance, and oversee environmental programs for pipelines, terminals, and trucking assets.

The role involves field work, 24/7 emergency response rotation, occasional overnight travel, and a comprehensive benefits package.