What are the responsibilities and job description for the Safety Specialist position at PTS Advance?
Safety Coordinator / Field Safety Representative
Location: Refinery Site
Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire
This is a field-focused position requiring someone with a strong presence, sound judgment, and the confidence to work alongside operations and maintenance personnel in a refinery environment. The ideal candidate will have solid refinery experience and be comfortable managing permitting and field safety activities. While extensive safety certifications are not required, the candidate must possess a strong foundation in refinery safety practices and be eager to learn the client's processes.
Responsibilities
- Review, issue, and manage work permits for refinery activities.
- Perform field audits and safety inspections.
- Conduct permit reviews and sign-offs for high-hazard work, including:
- Confined Space Entry
- Critical Lifts
- Other high-risk maintenance and construction activities
- Ensure work is performed in accordance with site safety procedures and regulatory requirements.
- Work closely with operations, maintenance, and contractors to promote safe work practices.
- Participate in safety observations and provide field support as needed.
Qualifications
- Previous experience working in a refinery or petrochemical facility is required.
- Strong field presence with the ability to communicate effectively with operations and contractor personnel.
- Working knowledge of refinery permitting processes and high-hazard work activities.
- Experience with confined space entry, critical lifts, and permit auditing is preferred.
- Safety certifications are a plus but are not required; the client is willing to provide training on site-specific processes.
- Ability to work independently and make sound decisions in the field.