Field Safety Manager

BP PLC; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Archaea bp, a bp company, is seeking a Field Safety Manager to lead safety programs across multiple sites. The role is remote-friendly with up to 75% travel to field locations, requiring strong knowledge of OSHA rules and risk assessment.

The position emphasizes training delivery, incident investigations, and collaboration with operations to maintain a strong safety culture. A CSP is preferred, with a Bachelor’s in a safety field and 7+ years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a health and safety field or related discipline.
• 7+ years in Safety, Training or Industry roles; PSM experience preferred.
• CSP certification preferred; strong communication and reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide HSE support to employees in designated area and travel up to 75%.
• Implement safety programs, policies and procedures compliant with OSHA rules.
• Inspect facilities for hazards; document, train and guide plants as needed.
• Ensure PPE availability and conduct JHAs; support Operations team.
• Lead safety training; participate in investigations and audits.

Skills

HSE knowledge

Safety leadership

Regulatory compliance

Risk assessment

Training delivery

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety or related field

CSP (Certified Safety Professional)

Equivalent combination of education/experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Data analysis

Job description

Job Family Group: HSSE Group Job Description:

About Archaea bp is committed to investing in lower carbon energy so we can meet our ambition to reach net zero by 2050. And while we’re still mostly in oil and gas today, bioenergy is one of our five transition growth engines and a key focus to help us support the global energy transition. Archaea Energy, a bp company, is a leader in landfill gas to energy and the largest renewable natural gas (RNG) producer in the US. With big ambitions, we specialize in the development, construction and operation of RNG, landfill-gas-to-electric and dairy digester facilities. The team operates around 50 sites in 32 states with a robust development pipeline.

About the role

The Field Safety Manager position will be responsible for steering our safety program within a region of Archaea helping us develop and maintain a safety focused culture. This role is remote and would require travel in the field up to 75% on a regular monthly basis.

Key accountabilities

• Availability to provide H&S support to employees in designated area.
• Implement safety programs, policies and procedures for the organization in compliance with local, state, and federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) rules and regulations.
• Inspect or tour company properties and facilities to detect existing or potential accident and health hazards, and recommends corrective or preventative measures where indicated, providing documentation, training and guidance to the various plants as needed.
• Inspect equipment and machinery to observe possible unsafe conditions.
• Prepare, implement, and enforce policies to establish a culture of health and safety.
• Engage with contractors regarding site HSE requirements.
• Verify training and certifications for operators.
• Ensure PPE is available and in use as applicable.
• Perform JHAs.
• Support Operations team.
• Conduct compliance audits to ensure PSM requirements are met.
• Train employees on safety policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Participate in the investigation of accidents and injuries and cooperates in the preparation of material and evidence for organization use in workers compensation claims, hearings, lawsuits, and insurance investigations.
• Recommend solutions to issues, improvement opportunities or new prevention measures.
• Report on health and safety awareness, issues and statistics.
• Maintain safety files and records.

Essential education

• Preferred Bachelor’s Degree (BA/BS) from a four year college or university with a concentration in Occupational Health and Safety, Industrial Technology, or Science, Communication or a related field of acceptable equivalent credits or experience.
• Any equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Preferred a Certified Safety Professional (CSP).

Essential experience

• Minimum 7 years of Safety, Training, or Industry experience.
• PSM experience is preferred but not required.
• Ability to conduct inspections of the company facilities, properties, job sites and public rights‑of‑way to ensure safe operations.
• Ability to prepare comprehensive reports, speak and write effectively.
• Ability to provide training to employees regarding the Injury and Illness Prevention Program and Hazard Communication.
• Ability to coordinate and complete a variety of tasks and assignments.
• Competence in performing investigations (incidents, accidents, near misses etc.).
• Ability to maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities which may include sitting for extended periods of time and operating assigned office equipment.
• Ability to communicate with others and to assimilate and understand information, in a manner consistent with the essential job functions.
• Good knowledge of data analysis and risk assessment.
• Competent computer skills required including Microsoft Office suite.
• Ability to effectively communicate (written and verbal) across the organization.
• Outstanding attention to detail and observation ability.
• Knowledge of Federal, state and local statutes and regulations governing employee safety.

Why join us?

Delivering a better and more balanced energy system requires many different approaches and solutions. All of us have a part to play. We aim to support our people to learn and grow in an inclusive environment in which everyone is respected and treated fairly.

How much do we pay?

$110,000 - $125,000. *Note that the pay range listed for this position is a genuinely expected and reasonable estimate of the range of possible base compensation at the time of posting. This position offers paid vacation depending on your years of relevant industry experience and will range from 120 – 240 hours of vacation per year for full times employees (60 - 240 hours of vacation per year for part time employees). You will also be eligible for 9 paid holidays per year and 2 personal choice holidays. You may learn more about how we calculate paid vacation and view our generous vacation and holiday schedules at benefits@bp. Bp has a parental leave policy as well, which offers up to 8 weeks’ paid leave for the birth or adoption of a child. Learn more at benefits@bp.

Benefits

• Discretionary Annual Bonus Program
• Quarterly Momentum Bonus
• 401K Program
• Health, Vision, And Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability

But above all? You’ll play a key part in helping bp deliver our ambition – to be a net zero company by 2050 or sooner and help the world get to net zero.

Travel Requirement

Up to 75% travel should be expected with this role.

Relocation Assistance

This role is not eligible for relocation.

Remote Type

This position is a hybrid of office/remote working.

Skills

• HSSE auditing and self-verification
• Industry knowledge and advocacy
• OMS and bp requirements
• Process safety culture
• Process Safety Management
• Risk Management
• Safety Leadership

Legal Disclaimer

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, socioeconomic status, neurodiversity/neurocognitive functioning, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related to bp’s recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an adjustment/accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us. If you are selected for a position and depending upon your role, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy. This may include pre-placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks. We’re an international energy company with global scale, ambitious plans and a team of brilliant people delivering energy to the world, today and tomorrow.