MSRC is offering an immediate opportunity for an energetic, resourceful, and qualified individual for the position of Director, Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) to lead the company’s HSE function. This position reports to the President & CEO and is based in Houston, TX.The Director is responsible for creating and maintaining a safe work environment for all MSRC employees, facilities, and work locations. The Director is required to know and comply with State and Federal laws as they apply to Health and Safety in the Workplace and is responsible for creating, updating, and maintaining policies and procedures related to health, safety, and environmental concerns. The incumbent requires flexibility to continuously shift priorities to meet emergency response demands and is expected to display a high standard of diplomacy, professionalism, and confidentiality. The Director supervises the MSRC Health, Safety, and Environment Advisors, and also serves as the Company Security Officer.

Essential Functions:

Develop, implement, administer, and maintain applicable health, safety, and environmental programs.
Drive a proactive safety culture through coaching, training, and engagement with all levels of the organization.
Monitor compliance with federal, state, and local safety regulations and company policies.
Analyze safety performance data to identify trends and develop targeted improvement initiatives.
Collaborate with operational leaders to integrate safety into business planning and decision-making.
Develop and implement accident investigation programs and procedures to ensure work related injuries are reported and investigated to prevent reoccurrences.
Perform accident investigations as required.
Lead, develop and directly supervise four division HS&E Advisors to ensure strong communication and ability to support the entire organization.
Participate as appropriate in industry and trade association HSE workgroups.
Advise the Leadership Team on HSE issues and concerns and facilitate resolutions.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, Safety Management, or a related discipline.
7–10 years of progressive safety leadership experience, ideally in oil spill response or related field, and at least four (4) years of supervisory experience.
Proven success managing structured safety programs across complex, multi-site operations.
Strong working knowledge of CFR regulations (list), OSHA, and DOT compliance, and relevant safety regulations, including experience working closely with external inspectors and regulators.
Experience in incident investigation, safety audits, risk mitigation, and training.
Excellent written and verbal communicator with the ability to influence teams and foster an inclusive, safety-first culture.
Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish effective professional relationships with employees across all levels.
Report monthly, quarterly, annual, safety performance measurements and prepare safety performance reports/presentations as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned by the President & CEO.
Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or similar credentials preferred.
Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
Possess or obtain a Passport, and Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).
Successful completion of a 40 Hour HAZWOPER training course.
Ability to respond in the event of an oil spill 24 hours a day and be available for travel to spill sites and for business reasons.
Proficient computer skills using Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Participate in MSRC’s Drug and Alcohol Program and Medical Surveillance Program.

The Marine Spill Response Corporation (MSRC) is a private, non-profit, U.S. Coast Guard Classified Oil Spill Response Removal Organization (OSRO). Formed in 1990, MSRC is the world's largest provider of resources for removing and mitigating oil on the water's surface.

Marine Spill Response Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MSRC prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or because an employee or applicant is a disabled veteran, recently separated veteran, or other protected veteran.

Marine Spill Response Corporation

New Jobs

Director, Health, Safety and Environmental