Health & Safety Director — Biogas & RNG Ops Leader

Energy Jobline ZR; Fulton (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual bonus opportunity

Medical & Dental

401k with company match

Paid time off

Growth opportunities

Job summary

BerQ RNG is seeking a Health & Safety Director to implement comprehensive HSE programs across US and Canadian RNG sites and offices. You will report to the EVP and Chief Legal Officer and lead actions to mitigate hazards, ensure OSHA compliance, and oversee safety training and incident investigations.

This role requires a STEM degree, ASP/CSP, 10+ years’ industrial experience, and ability to travel up to 50%.

Qualifications

• Experience with RNG production via anaerobic digestion is highly desirable.
• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Environmental Health & Safety, or related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in an industrial environment.
• Experience with digesters, landfills, oil and gas operations, or biohazard environments is strongly preferred.
• ASP or CSP certification required.
• Working knowledge of U.S. OSHA regulations; familiarity with Canadian safety regulations a plus.
• Demonstrated experience developing, implementing, and managing workplace safety programs in industrial operations.
• Strong verbal, written, computer communication and organization skills.
• Ability to interact positively and effectively in a team environment.
• Proficient in Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel 25-50% (U.S. & Canada).

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead BerQ RNG’s company-wide health and safety strategy, programs, and policies.
• Promote a proactive safety culture across offices, construction sites, operating facilities, and field locations.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, provincial, and local health and safety laws, including OSHA and Canadian requirements.
• Establish consistent safety standards and procedures across U.S. and Canadian operations.
• Advise executive leadership on safety risks, regulatory requirements, performance, and corrective actions.
• Partner with Operations, Engineering, Construction, Development, Human Resources, and site leadership to integrate safety into daily activities.
• Conduct and oversee workplace inspections, site audits, hazard assessments, and job safety analyses.
• Lead investigations of injuries, illnesses, near misses, environmental incidents, and property damage to identify root causes.
• Develop corrective and preventive action plans and monitor them through completion.
• Establish emergency response, crisis management, and business continuity procedures for project and operating sites.
• Develop and deliver safety training, onboarding, toolbox talks, and leadership education.
• Oversee contractor and subcontractor safety requirements, prequalification, and performance.
• Maintain accurate safety records, regulatory reports, permits, certifications, and required documentation.
• Track and analyze safety metrics, trends, and leading indicators, and regularly report results to senior leadership.
• Oversite to workers’ compensation matters, return-to-work programs, and injury case management in partnership with Human Resources.
• Serve as the primary contact for regulatory agencies, inspections, investigations, and safety-related inquiries.
• Support process safety programs for renewable natural gas facilities, including biogas systems, digesters, gas upgrading equipment, high-pressure systems, confined spaces, and hazardous materials.
• Ensure appropriate programs are maintained for lockout/tagout, confined-space entry, hot work, electrical safety, fall protection, respiratory protection, and personal protective equipment.
• Participate in project design reviews, commissioning, startup, and operational readiness assessments to identify and mitigate safety risks.
• Develop annual safety objectives, budgets, and continuous-improvement plans.
• Monitor emerging regulations and industry practices affecting renewable natural gas, agricultural, mixed-waste, construction, and facility operations.
• Build strong relationships with employees and site leaders and maintain a visible presence at operating and construction locations.
• Exercise stop-work authority when unsafe conditions or practices present an immediate risk.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned by executive leadership.

Skills

Safety leadership

OSHA compliance

Hazard assessment

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

ASP or CSP certification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

BerQ RNG is seeking a Health & Safety Director to implement comprehensive HSE programs across US and Canadian RNG sites and offices. You will report to the EVP and Chief Legal Officer and lead actions to mitigate hazards, ensure OSHA compliance, and oversee safety training and incident investigations.

This role requires a STEM degree, ASP/CSP, 10+ years’ industrial experience, and ability to travel up to 50%.