Process Safety Manager: Risk & Compliance Leader

Kern Energy; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Kern Energy is seeking a Process Safety Manager to lead the development, implementation, and maintenance of our Process Safety Management (PSM) and Risk Management Plan (RMP) programs across the facility.

You will drive compliance with Cal/OSHA, EPA, and California CalARP requirements, identify risks, and promote a proactive safety culture through audits, training, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering, process safety, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in process safety management in a refinery or similar process industry.
• Strong knowledge of Cal/OSHA sections and EPA/CalARP requirements.

Responsibilities

• Own the development, implementation, and maintenance of a comprehensive PSM/RMP program.
• Lead process safety audits, incident investigations, and corrective actions.
• Develop and track process safety goals and leading/lagging indicators.

Skills

Cal/OSHA knowledge

Process safety management

Leadership

Communication

Cross-functional teamwork

Analytical skills

Incident investigation

Regulatory compliance

Safety training

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering

Tools

Process safety software

Job description

Kern Energy is seeking a Process Safety Manager to lead the development, implementation, and maintenance of our Process Safety Management (PSM) and Risk Management Plan (RMP) programs across the facility.

You will drive compliance with Cal/OSHA, EPA, and California CalARP requirements, identify risks, and promote a proactive safety culture through audits, training, and continuous improvement initiatives.