Leader, Southeast Area HSEQ Ops

Job Summary

The Southeast Area HSEQ Ops Leader work closely with assigned sites, business functions, and program managers in their area to develop, implement, and sustain HSEQ compliance while promoting continuous improvement. This role requires a strong ability to influence behaviors, provide expertise and coaching, and maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant regulations.

Why Messer?

Messer is the world’s largest privately held industrial gases company and what we do matters because it is woven into every part of life, from the medical gases that patients rely on to the essential elements needed to safely and sustainably produce the goods our communities depend on.

The true strength of Messer is our people—at every level and in every role.

Join us and take pride in the impact you will make by providing solutions essential to our world and lives. Reach your highest potential at our stable, inclusive company with diverse opportunities in a growing industry, supported by people who care.

Messer stands apart because we put what matters first, and you matter.

Principal Responsibilities

• Work in partnership with assigned sites, business functions and program managers in North America to develop, implement, and sustain HSEQ compliance and to promote continuous HSEQ improvement.
• Promote a culture where all employee and contractor HSEQ behaviors demonstrate care for themselves and others.
• Influence behaviors by providing HSEQ expertise and coaching that will assist sites and business functions with HSEQ systems, procedures, i.e., HSEQ planning, incident reporting, DOT compliance, root cause analysis, hazard identification, risk analysis, and risk reduction.
• Provide HSEQ Training to area management, employees, and contractors to ensure understanding and compliance with Messer and applicable regulatory standards.
• Support the audit program by conducting internal audits and producing quality reports in a timely manner and follow-up actions until closed. Work with site management and audit program manager to develop a yearly audit schedule.
• Maintain relative working knowledge of OSHA, EPA, DOT, HAZMAT regulations as well as any other HSEQ federal and state legislation that may apply to the business in your area.
• Assist the area business function sites in identifying HSEQ gaps, impacts, solutions, and best practices for compliance.
• Work in partnership with site and area managers to develop tactical HSEQ plans that align with regional and corporate objectives and targets.
• Ensure HSEQ department work behaviors are aligned with Business Function needs and is perceived as a value-added partner.
• Assist the business with understanding how to use the Intelex Risk Register module and conducting qualitative Risk Assessments.
• Provide input and support the development of HSEQ training. Conduct training as needed.
• Conduct area site visits/inspections, minimum 2 per year or more as needed for auditing, investigations, regulatory inspections, etc.
• Participate in the HSEQ planning of turnarounds & Extended Outages and provide on-site HSEQ support during outages as needed.
• Ensure the incident communication and investigation processes are understood and followed.
• Lead functional teams in the investigation of recordable incidents, SIFs and MIRs, root cause analysis and implementing effective corrective and preventive actions.
• Conduct monthly HSEQ reviews with all business functions to follow-up HSEQ plan objectives and targets, investigations, open corrective and preventive actions, open compliance actions, audit planning and actions, training compliance, permitting, Safer Together status, non-conformances.
• Assist sites, business functions and program managers with the review and development of HSEQ procedures and standards.
• Ensure HSEQ representation at all Region Leadership Engagement Meetings.
• Support sites and program manager in maintaining local hearing conservation, audiometric testing, and respirator fit testing programs.
• Support sites and program managers in training and implementation of Responsible Care, MHRP, PSM, RMP, associated licensing and QRAs.
• Support sites and program managers with Environmental Permitting compliance.
• Train and assist sites with preparing for and handling regulatory site visits and inspections.
• Support sites and program managers in the development and maintenance of security and emergency response plans and procedures.
• On-call 24/7 to respond and provide support to business functions during significant HSEQ incidents.
• Travel up to 75% or more as needed, including weekends and holidays. Plan site visits and activities a year in advance.
• Update and maintain the Area HSEQ Ops. Leader Report and attend weekly and monthly status meetings.
• Participate in HSEQ projects, as assigned.
• Support HSEQ needs in other areas of Region Americas, as assigned.
• Manage and submit expenses in a timely manner.
• Complete personal development training plans.
  
  

Required Skills

• Excellent computer literacy using Microsoft products, Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Working knowledge of SAP, Traccess, Intelex or similar enterprise management software.
• Understanding and experience with BBS theory and application
• Mastery of HSEQ processes, systems, tools, and application
• Proficient in HSEQ regulations, applicable standards, and best practices
• Ability to build effective working relationships across all levels of management and cultural boundaries.
• Ability to travel up to 75% or more as needed, including weekends and holidays.
  
  

Basic Qualifications

• High School Diploma
• 5 years of experience in HSEQ management or industrial gas production operations, or engineering related experience, with strong knowledge of applicable regulations, industry standards, operational processes, and safety management tools.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree Preferred - Technical or HSEQ related degree
• HSEQ Certifications Preferred
• Experience with Process Safety Management, Risk Management Program and Responsible Care Preferred.
• Knowledge of large industrial gas operations preferred
  
  

About Messer

Messer’s safety culture, commitment to providing dependable supply and innovative gas technology solutions help customers unlock opportunities to be safer, more sustainable, more productive and more efficient, so their business thrives. We nurture lasting, meaningful relationships with customers, our communities, and with one another.

We offer comprehensive benefits and appreciable pay, with steady schedules and opportunities for ongoing training and career progression. We prioritize and invest in our people at every level of our organization – the dedication, knowledge, customer focus and entrepreneurial spirit of our employees is what make Messer refreshingly different.

If you need assistance with the application or would like to request accommodation, call (877) 243-1030.