HSE Specialist II

Worley Group, Inc; Colonial Heights (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Worley Group, Inc. is seeking an experienced Owner's Representative for a large expansion project in Colonial Heights, Virginia. The role focuses on safe execution, enforcing safety standards, and coordinating with Project/Construction Managers to maintain zero incidents.

Ideal candidates have 10+ years in construction safety, OSHA 30 certification, and a strong knowledge of regulatory requirements. The position is onsite for a ~12-month project with a focus on safety leadership and stakeholder

Qualifications

• OSHA 30-hour Construction Safety Certification is required.
• 10+ years in construction safety or related field.
• Familiarity with OSHA standards and local regulations.
• Bachelor's degree in safety, health, or engineering preferred.

Responsibilities

• Advocate for safety policies and participate in safety audits.
• Assist Project Manager and Construction Manager with safety enforcement.
• Conduct field walks and safety observations of contractors.
• Ensure compliance with Solstice safety policies and procedures.
• Support monitoring and management of safety programs.
• Participate in project safety reviews, risk analyses, and audits.
• Perform safety stand-downs with construction contractors.
• Perform other safety-related duties as directed by the client.

Skills

Excellent communication and training

Data analysis and reporting

Education

OSHA 30-hour Construction Safety Certification

Bachelor's degree in occupational safety, Environmental Health, Construction Management, or related field

Tools

MS Office

Safety management software

Job description

About us

Worley is a global company of energy, chemicals and resources experts headquartered in Australia. We partner with our customers to deliver projects and create value across the life of their assets. We specialize in consulting, engineering, procurement and construction across the project lifecycle, with services extending through to operations and decommissioning. Leveraging extensive experience and AI-enabled delivery, we support customers in navigating complexity as they meet today's needs and transition to more sustainable solutions.

Purpose

Act as Owner's Representative for safe execution of large expansion capital project anticipated for Q1 2027- Q4 2027 in an onsite role based in Colonial Heights, Virginia.

Responsibilities

• Advocate for strong safety awareness with a consistent implementation of policies and procedures and participate in construction safety audits and contractor safety meetings. Enforce strong safety culture and target zero Recordables.
• Assist Project Manager and Construction Manager with enforcing safety standards.
• Conduct field walks and field safety observations of construction contractors.
• Ensure that Solstice safety policies, standards, and procedures are implemented and followed.
• Support in monitoring/managing safety programs.
• Participate in project safety reviews, analyses, auditing, and risk mitigation.
• Perform other safety-related duties that may arise from time to time, at the direction of the client.
• Perform safety stand-down as necessary with construction contractors.

What you will bring

Technical/Industry Experience and Qualifications Requirements

• 10+ years in construction safety or related field.
• Ensure adherence to OSHA standards, local regulations, and company safety policies.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of federal, state, and local safety regulations.
• Work with construction coordinators in planning project construction activities.
• Interface with key site and company personnel to make maximum use of available resources. Such functions will include, but not limited to, site engineering resources, purchasing, operations, systems, and business engineering, as well as equipment vendors, contracting firms.
• Familiarity with safety aspects of civil and structural construction activities such as excavation, working at heights, earth work, grading, trench work, underground sewer and utility piping, underground electrical lines.
• Familiarity with safety aspects of piping and mechanical systems such as isometrics, manual valves, specialty items, packaged skids, chillers, cooling towers etc.
• Familiarity with safe rigging practices for large cranes.
• Familiarity with safety aspects of electrical system- such as power distribution (transformers, switchgears, high voltage and medium voltage gear), Motor Control Centers, power, lighting, grounding design and cable & conduit sizing, Area Classification understanding and design & installation implementation.
• Familiarity with safety aspects of instrumentation installation design - such as types of instrumentation, instrument location plans, instrument index, interface with packaged equipment suppliers, instrumentation checkout including installation, loop checks, and pre-Startup safety reviews (PSSR) and such.
• Excellent communication and training skills.
• Ability to analyze data and prepare reports.
• Proficiency in safety management software and MS Office

Education - Qualifications, Accreditation, Training

Required

• OSHA 30-hour Construction Safety Certification required.

Preferred

• Bachelor's degree in occupational safety, Environmental Health, Construction Management, or related field.

Additional information

• Location: Colonial Heights, Virginia plant (local candidates from Richmond, VA preferred, will entertain out-of-state candidates).
• Project: Large Expansion project (Q1 2027- Q4 2027) in Colonial Heights, VA.
• Duration: approximately 12 months

Moving forward together

We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. So, our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation. We're building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace. Creating a space where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves, and are heard.

And we're not just talking about it; we're doing it. We're reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today's low carbon energy infrastructure and technology. Whatever your ambition, there's a path for you here.

And there's no barrier to your potential career success. Join us to broaden your horizons, explore diverse opportunities, and be part of delivering sustainable change.