Job Title: HSE Officer

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION:
The Regional Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) Officer is responsible for monitoring and evaluating Phoenix's HSE policies and programs to ensure continual improvement and compliance with industry, federal, state, and local regulations. This person develops, recommends, implements and administers safe work practices and training programs. The HSE Officer also investigates all company accidents and injuries in an effort to reduce overall accident rates. This position is located in Bayou Vista, LA and reports to the Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality (HSEQ) Manager.
CLASSIFICATION: Exempt (salaried)
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assist the HSEQ Manager in the management of the Phoenix Corporate HSE Programs: Make recommendations and develop plans to provide a safe work environment for employees. Keep abreast of all local, state, federal, and industry safety requirements to ensure the Phoenix Safety Management System is 100% compliant at all times. Review and audit HSE performance to ensure compliance with cognizant regulatory agencies (e.g. OSHA, DOT, U.S. Coast Guard, etc.), and Phoenix requirements. Communicate recommendations for continuous improvement. Collaborate with all other departments on appropriate HSE issues. Disseminate all relevant and pertinent HSE information, warnings, and accident information among all facilities. Consult and assist facility HSE personnel on all aspects of HSE, including accident trend analysis, risk identification, training, and hazard or risk reduction. Prepare periodic programmatic status reports for Phoenix management. Promote and ensure compliance with Phoenix's safety programs, policies, processes, and procedures. Provide Operational Safety Management and Oversight. Primary person responsible for oversight of HSE practices in the Bayou Vista Facility. Recognize, identify, and evaluate hazardous conditions and practices. Provide HSE guidance, oversight, and direction to personnel. Assist and advise management in the successful integration of HSE into all aspects of Phoenix's operational strategy. Recommend and procure safety equipment and supplies. Review and audit job and other documentation for compliance with Phoenix HSE program requirements. Manage the files and records systems pertaining to Phoenix HSE Management System. Assist the HSEQ Manager in maintaining content in third party management systems such as ISNETWORLD and PEC. Provide assistance to regional facility managers in execution of the random drug screening program. Act as a liaison between management and employees regarding safety issues. Provide training and qualification of Personnel. Attend training sessions and seminars and study published materials on safety compliance to keep current on safety issues and changes. Maintain Qualification as an Instructor for a broad array of HSE training. Develop, implement, and conduct appropriate HSE training for employees and subcontractors to improve safety and health performance via meetings, manuals, bulletins, videos, etc. Train supervisors on current applicable regulatory requirements. Train facility HSE personnel and operational group managers in conducting all required training programs. Manage Accident and Incident Investigation and Reporting. Work closely with operational group managers and supervisors in the investigation of work related injuries or illnesses and determine root causes and corrective actions. Ensure appropriate records are maintained as required by federal safety and health regulations. JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelors Degree in Occupational Safety and Health or Industrial Hygiene. Five years experience managing safety in the marine or commercial diving industry can be substituted. Offshore operations experience desired. Knowledge of DOT, USCG, SEMS and OSHA regulations and ADCI and IMCA recommendations. Professional safety-related certifications a plus. Experience with hazard identification, risk management, control techniques, and accident investigation techniques preferred. Computer skills with competence in Microsoft Office Suite. Strong technical writing skills and demonstrated ability to develop safety programs and conduct employee training on these programs. Excellent organization and communication (written and verbal) skills and the ability to meet critical deadlines and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment. Ability to personally inspect and audit job sites, equipment set up, and installations on shore, vessels, and platforms. Must possess a valid driver's license. Ability to travel with little or no notice. Ability to pass a pre-employment drug/alcohol screen and background check, as required. Phoenix International, Inc, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.