In this role you will 

• Ensure the development implementation and administration of safety and regulatory compliance programs for all company facilities, including compressor stations, pipeline locations, and/or natural gas liquid plants.
• Ensure safe work methods, training programs, policies and procedures are compliant with federal state OSHA regulatory agencies and company requirements.
• Lead, facilitate, and support the investigation and root cause analysis of safety related events.
• Keep leadership updated on new regulatory mandates and industry safety & health events and trends.
• Perform studies and investigations to ensure compliance with federal (OSHA and NFPA- National Fire Protection Agency) , state, and local safety and health standards and regulations including those involving industrial hygiene and public safety.
• Identify, evaluate and abate potential workplace hazards.
• Take appropriate actions to reduce or eliminate unsafe conditions.
• Investigate accidents and injuries and promote a proactive safety culture.
• Interpret and communicate safe work methods and compliance requirements as mandated by federal state and OSHA regulatory agencies.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for OSHA compliance requirements such as: employee safety training, control of hazardous energy, confined space entry, fall protection, electrical safety/ NPFA 70E, hazardous atmospheres, industrial hygiene, hearing conservation/noise monitoring, airborne contaminants abatement safe hazardous materials handling, safety data sheets, and first aid/emergency medical resources.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for Telematics and Smith System driver safety criteria.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for Systematic Cause and Analysis Technique for the review and investigation of injuries, accidents, and significant events and near misses.
• Serve as subject matter expert for Human Performance Improvement as it pertains to latent organization failures, human error, error precursors, and human performance defenses.
• Facilitate maintenance and use of electronic reporting systems to include Geotab, Veriforce, and the Guardian database for near misses and safety observations.
• Conduct sight assessments and audit current safety programs.
• Oversee Contractor and First Line Supervisor safety training.
• Develop and incorporate new programs related to safety and compliance.
• Maintain and distribute monthly reports relating to safety performance and trends.
• Serve as a subject matter expert to facilitate post-injury management, including working closely with staff physical therapist as it pertains to soft tissue injuries.
• May be a liaison between Legal department, Workers’ Compensation (WC) carrier, and medical staff regarding OSHA regulatory interpretations and WC /case management.

• Significant directly related experience is required (typically 7/8+ years).
• Demonstrates full knowledge of federal and state safety regulations and company policies and requirements.
• Strong working knowledge of plant safety programs, fire protection, work methods and training to ensure and promote a safety conscious workforce.
• Skilled in the interpretation and application of federal and state safety regulations.
• Skilled communicator, ability to effectively communicate with state and federal officials, management and staff.
• Proven ability to effectively evaluate and identify workplace hazards or safety violations.
• Ability to determine the course of action required to eliminate workplace safety hazards and ensure federal and state compliance.
• Ability to effectively direct and oversee safety studies and investigations.
• Demonstrated leadership skills required.
• Previous work experience, demonstrating full knowledge and application of federal and state safety regulations and OSHA requirements.

Education
Bachelor

Preferred Degree
Engineering, Engineering Technology, Industrial Hygiene, or Safety

Preferred Licenses, Certifications, Qualifications or Standards
Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), Certified Safety Prof. (CSP)

Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Position descriptions are developed as guides for the employees of BHE GT&S. The management team of BHE GT&S reserves the right to modify job responsibilities and position requirements to meet the corporate business goals and needs.

BHE GT&S is an interstate natural gas transmission and storage company that gives large customers more options in moving gas safely, reliably and efficiently. Headquartered in Richmond, Virginia, with operations in 10 states, BHE GT&S employees take pride in our work and are committed to innovative and sustainable natural gas energy solutions. Through our liquefied natural gas facilities, multi-state pipeline systems, and storage operations we support a number of large customers, including major utilities, power plants, marine transportation and heavy-duty trucking, along with manufacturing. Our employees are integral to our success and work hard to exceed customer expectations. BHE GT&S encourages a safe and inclusive work environment. We provide fulfilling employment opportunities, are committed to attracting and retaining the best employees, and support an environment that reflects the diversity of our communities.

At BHE GT&S, we celebrate diversity, equity and inclusion. BHE GT&S is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law.