Specialist, Field Safety

Job ID : 3882


Closing Date : 09/20/2026

This position could be located in the following location(s) : Geismar Site - Geismar, LA


Who We Are:

At NOVA Chemicals we are reshaping plastics for a better, more sustainable world. Our dedicated team of talented individuals works collaboratively to create circular plastic solutions that make everyday life safer, healthier and better. With a focus on safety, social responsibility, and environmental stewardship, we strive to constantly improve and shape the future of our industry. Join our team of talented professionals who are passionate about making a difference and be a part of our journey towards sustainability leadership. Together we can create a better, more circular tomorrow.


NOVA Chemicals, headquartered in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, is wholly-owned by Mubadala Investment Company of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.

The Field Safety Specialist is responsible for implementing specific programs, leading, and training teams on the best protocols, frequently evaluating safety measures are being performed at the highest level, as well as influencing the site safety culture. This role also has a significant impact on the occupational safety, industrial hygiene, emergency preparedness, security, and response performance of the facility. In addition, the incumbent interfaces with a diverse group of customers including Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, Plant Leadership, corporate, and outside regulatory agencies.


You Will Use Your Expertise To:

• Prepare and review Safety procedures.
• Instruct and consult on high-risk field permitting activities and serve as subject matter expert for safety related field activities.
• Inspect and coordinate inspections of safety and emergency response equipment.
• Conduct meetings, routine safety tours, and field safety audits.
• Serve as alternate Facility Security Officer - AFSO.
• Conduct safety training programs.
• Coordinate security guard activities in consultation with HSE Coordinator and/or HSE Leader.
• Assess (safety) risk exposure and lead development of appropriate controls.
• Perform Industrial Hygiene sampling activities.
• Collect and assess data on Health and Safety program effectiveness.
• Represent facility interest in external organizations or workgroups (CAER / LEPC / Corporate Work Groups etc.).
• Participate in incident investigations, drills/exercises, MOC and PSSR reviews.
• Interact with Leadership, operations and other plant personnel to ensure a consistent understanding of Health and Safety requirements.
• Rotate on-call with Safety team members.
• Proactively identify opportunities to make improvements within their specific area of responsibility.
• Demonstrate the ability to move a team to consensus on difficult issues and effectively deals with uncertainty.

What We Are Looking For:

• Bachelor's degree in Natural or Applied Sciences or equivalent, with 8+ years of practical experience or 2 year technical school diploma with typically 10+ years of related practical experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge in health, safety, and hygiene standards.
• Experience with safety audits and inspections on workplaces and workplace equipment.
• Knowledge of risk prevention strategies as well as risk assessment and mitigation applications to field activities.
• Familiar with conducting incident investigations using interviewing techniques and root cause analysis.
• Effective verbal communication skills to coach others; developing and delivering training to diverse audiences.
• Considerate of the long- and short-term implications of potential actions and their impacts to choose the most appropriate course.

You Can Stand Out If:

• You are passionate about your work and put care and thought into all that you do.
• You are responsible and follow through with your commitments to others and to safety.
• You are innovative and are willing to challenge your biases when problem solving.
• You are collaborative , inclusive, and work well with others towards team goals.

Additional Information:

• Relocation will NOT be considered for this position
• Compensation will be commensurate with education and experience
• This role requires up to 10% travel
• Work will be conducted both indoors and outdoors in all seasons
• Positions will include some lifting and climbing of ladders within various levels of the units
• Callouts are a requirement of the role due to the 24 hour per day plant operation
• In order to fulfil the duties of this role, the successful candidate will be required to wear respiratory protective equipment. Candidate must successfully pass a fit test and be physically able to wear a respirator
• The successful candidate is required to provide proof of a valid driver's license
• The position will require a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC®) through the Transportation Security Administration.
• This posting is for an existing vacancy

Why NOVA Chemicals?

NOVA Chemicals' flexible benefit programs are designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees, because when it comes to benefits, everyone has different priorities. Our benefits offerings will vary based on your work location and are an element of the "Total Rewards" package used to reward employees.

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

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