Process Safety Management Professional- Houston, TX

Altamira Us; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Process Safety Management Professional to enhance safety practices in Houston. This pivotal role involves conducting hazard analyses, developing safety management systems, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. The successful candidate will collaborate with clients to create a safe operating environment while maintaining high standards of communication and customer satisfaction. Join a diverse team dedicated to solving complex risk management challenges and advancing your career in a supportive environment that encourages leadership and technical growth.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Process Safety and Hazard Analysis.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct hazard analysis and risk assessments to identify potential hazards.
• Develop and maintain safety management systems for clients.
• Conduct training sessions on process safety best practices.

Skills

Process Safety Management

Risk Assessment

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Training and Presentation Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

PHAST modeling

QRA software

Job description

Process Safety Management Professional- Houston, TX

Altamira-US, LLC. is hiring a Process Safety Management (PSM) professional to join our team in our Houston, TX office.

This person will represent the company to clients and business associates, as well as internal staff, and will apply their expertise to help our clients identify potential hazards, develop safety strategies, and ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards. The role is pivotal in minimizing risks associated with industrial processes, protecting the workforce, and ensuring environmental sustainability. They are instrumental in helping our clients create and maintain a safe operating environment while adhering to regulatory requirements. This role closely interfaces with our Environmental and Pipeline Safety groups, presenting the opportunity to be part of a diverse team solving our clients’ most challenging risk management issues.

Success in this position will be measured by ongoing demonstration of superior process safety management skills and knowledge, and consistently achieving high customer satisfaction through clear communication and high-quality deliverables.

Altamira will provide the person in this role with the opportunities to pursue their full potential as a leader, grow their technical knowledge, and build strong client relationships across multiple divisions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and facilitate various hazard analysis techniques such as Hazard and Operability Studies (HAZOP), What-If Analysis, Fault Tree Analysis (FTA), and Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) to identify potential hazards in processes.
• Quantify and assess risks associated with identified hazards using risk assessment tools and methodologies.
• Develop and prioritize risk reduction strategies and recommendations.
• Ensure that clients’ processes and facilities are in compliance with applicable safety codes and regulations.
• Develop, implement, and maintain safety management systems (SMS) to integrate safety into day-to-day operations.
• Assist clients in creating and updating safety procedures and policies.
• Collaborate with clients to develop and enhance emergency response plans and procedures.
• Conduct drills and simulations to test the effectiveness of emergency response plans.
• Investigate process-related incidents, near-misses, and accidents to determine root causes and recommend corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Perform safety audits and inspections of industrial facilities to identify compliance gaps and potential safety issues.
• Provide recommendations for corrective actions.
• Conduct training sessions and workshops to educate employees and management on process safety best practices.
• Promote a culture of safety within an organization.
• Maintain accurate records of safety assessments, reports, and recommendations.
• Prepare and present proposals and/or comprehensive reports to clients, highlighting findings and proposed solutions.
• Stay up-to-date with local, national, and international safety regulations and standards relevant to the industry.
• Stay informed about industry advancements and emerging technologies related to process safety.
• Continuously improve methodologies and approaches to enhance safety practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering preferred, equivalent experience considered.
• 5+ years of experience in Process Safety related to Process Hazard Analysis (PHA)/Layers of Protection Analysis (LOPA) methodology, Process Safety Management (PSM)/ Risk Management Program (RMP) program development and auditing, consequence modeling, and/or facility siting.
• Experience implementing, evaluating, integrating and improving PSM system.
• Experience with PHAST modeling.
• 3 years’ experience with Compliance Audits.
• Formal training in PHA and/or LOPA desired.
• Experience in PHA, consequence modeling, and/or QRA software desired.
• Process Controls or SIS experience a plus.
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 20% of the time; valid driver’s license required.
• Ability to multi-task, maintain flexibility, and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent presentation, organization, and communication skills.
• Ability to present, train and to engage with others.
• Outstanding problem-solving skills with a flair for thinking creatively.
• Ability to work well both independently and in a team-based environment.