Operations Safety Coordinator I

Citation Oil & Gas Corp.; Northern (KY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Citation Oil & Gas Corp. is seeking a Safety professional to plan, implement, and oversee safety programs across field operations in the United States.

You will review field safety concerns, oversee contractors, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements while maintaining thorough documentation. Candidates should have at least five years of safety and field operations experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to travel to multiple company locations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; college degree preferred.
• 2 yrs training experience preferred; OSHA outreach & H2S trainer certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, and administer safety programs.
• Review, interpret and advise management on field safety concerns.
• Oversee safety contractors and procedures for repair/maintenance projects.
• Perform on-site evaluations of facilities.
• Evaluate personal protective equipment needs for employees.
• Develop site specific safety work procedures as needed.
• Coordinate and conduct safety meetings/training at field offices.
• Maintain necessary documentation for regulatory compliance.
• Assist Field Safety Manager to develop and revise safety programs.
• Investigate accidents/incidents and prepare reports.
• Conduct new employee safety orientation.
• Plan and prioritize own work schedule.

Skills

Safety program

Field safety

Regulatory compliance

Travel readiness

Education

High school diploma

College degree preferable

Job description

Citation is one of the largest privately-held independent oil and gas acquisition, development and production companies in the United States. Founded in 1981 by Forrest E. Harrell, Sr., Citation has built a significant portfolio of mature, long-life producing properties through a combination of disciplined acquisitions, focused operations and subsequent development. The Company has an enviable track record in attracting and retaining high-quality talent. This is the result of a stable, long-term business model and a corporate culture that emphasizes working smart, “doing business the right way,” and rewarding both performance and technical achievement. We are looking for talented and driven individuals to join our team, where you will have the opportunity to make a tangible impact helping to shape the future of our company and industry.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for planning, implementing, and administering safety programs on behalf of the company.
• Review, interpret and advise management on field safety concerns.
• Oversee safety contractors and procedures for repair/maintenance projects (i.e., confined space, trenching/excavation, hot work & well servicing).
• Perform on-site evaluations of facilities.
• Evaluate field operations to determine personal protective equipment needs for employees.
• Develop site specific safety work procedures as needed.
• Coordinate and conduct safety meetings/training at field offices.
• Maintain required documentation for regulatory compliance.
• Assist Field Safety Manager to develop and revise the various safety programs for field operations and regulatory changes.
• Investigate accidents/incidents and prepare the associated reports.
• Conduct new employee safety orientation.
• Responsible for planning and prioritizing own work schedule.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 yrs. work experience in safety and field operations.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Technical/mechanical competency of field safety equipment a plus.
• Must be able to travel to company locations and make own travel arrangements.
• Employment contingent upon a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Report.
• Employment contingent upon being able to wear all types of breathing air equipment, pass a respirator medical evaluation and mask fit test.
• Must be a self-starter and able to work independently.

Education:

• High school graduate, college degree preferable.
• 2 yrs. training experience, preferred
• OSHA Outreach & H2S Trainer certification preferred, but not required.

Physical Requirements:

• Pushing/pulling
• Climbing
• Stooping
• Lifting (50 lbs.)
• Driving (field/local, over all terrain)
• Ability to travel distances within and between locations/offices
• Ability to wear an SCBA and all necessary personal protective equipment

Citation seeks to recruit and employ highly qualified individuals who have the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for a motivated and successful workforce. It is Citation’s goal for its employees to experience the uniqueness of working in a family oriented environment offering growth and development to those who share its corporate values. Citation strives to assure equal employment opportunities and compliance with related laws, regulations and workforce policies.

Citation is a special place that combines significant operational scale and resources with the nimbleness and focus of a close-knit organization, all built on a deeply rooted foundation of professional and personal integrity. I just can’t think of many other companies in our industry where people can have the type of direct impact that they have here at Citation.