Senior Midstream EHS & Regulatory Leader

J MAR & Associates; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

J MAR & Associates is seeking an EHS&R Manager to lead environmental, health, safety, and regulatory compliance across its midstream natural gas gathering and processing operations. The role reports to the COO and requires hands-on expertise in environmental compliance, safety, and DOT/PHMSA programs.

The successful candidate will oversee air permitting, SPCC, SWPPP, and regulatory audits, while coordinating with Operations to ensure safe, compliant facilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Environmental Science, Environmental Management, Engineering, Safety, or related field.
• 6+ years of EHS&R experience in midstream oil and gas.
• Experience with air permitting and air quality regulations for midstream facilities.
• Knowledge of EPA, OSHA, DOT/PHMSA and 49 CFR Parts 192/195.
• Experience with pipeline compliance programs (OQ, M&O, Integrity Management, Control Room Management, Public Awareness).
• Experience with OSHA/PSM, MOC, PSSR, Permit to Work, and related safety programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead EHS&R programs, policies, and management systems across midstream operations.
• Manage environmental permitting and compliance (air, SPCC, SWPPP, spills).
• Oversee DOT/PHMSA pipeline compliance (OQ, M&O, Integrity Management, Public Awareness).
• Ensure compliance with 49 CFR Parts 192/195, EPA, OSHA, and state requirements.
• Partner with Operations to maintain safe, compliant facilities.
• Provide safety oversight, including OSHA/PSM, Permit to Work, and training.
• Develop and maintain EHS&R plans, procedures, manuals, and training programs.
• Lead audits, field inspections, incident investigations, root-cause analysis, corrective actions, risk assessments.
• Coordinate regulatory reporting with Operations, leadership, and third-party consultants.
• Support emergency response and crisis management planning and exercises.

Skills

EHS leadership

Regulatory compliance

Air permitting

DOT/PHMSA regs

Operational safety

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science/Engineering/Safety

Job description

J MAR & Associates is seeking an EHS&R Manager to lead environmental, health, safety, and regulatory compliance across its midstream natural gas gathering and processing operations. The role reports to the COO and requires hands-on expertise in environmental compliance, safety, and DOT/PHMSA programs.

The successful candidate will oversee air permitting, SPCC, SWPPP, and regulatory audits, while coordinating with Operations to ensure safe, compliant facilities.