HSEQ Manager

Headquartered in Houston, Texas, BWC Terminals is a premier provider of bulk liquid storage and logistics services to refiners, manufacturers, and distributors of bulk liquids in North America. The Company consists of 22 sites with over twenty million barrels of storage capacity. The BWC Terminals facilities are equipped to store a wide range of petroleum, chemical, renewables, and agricultural products. Additional information about BWC Terminals is available at .

JOB OVERVIEW 

Responsible for the planning, development, implementation, and coordination of health, safety, environmental, and security systems designed to eliminate non-conformance and ensure continual improvements within BWC Terminals (The Company).  Manage programs to ensure timely regulatory compliance, business alignment, and HSEQ objectives are met while maintaining cost effectiveness. Leads regulatory permitting efforts required for new commercial business and growth opportunities. Collaborates interdepartmentally with team members to foster HSEQ culture development.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Below is a list of essential duties of this position. 

• Oversee the implementation of all HSEQ department functions, including the implementation of those policies, procedures, and methods designed to drive the HSEQ culture.

• Execute policy and procedures, conduct audits, and collaboratively report findings, actions, and solutions.  Perform environmental compliance audits and implement follow-up corrective actions to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

• Perform technical and administrative functions (planning, organizing, interpreting, coordinating, and executing group or project assignments).

• Liaise with individuals and units within or outside the department or project structures.

• Complete timely and accurate regulatory permits. Interact with local regulators to steward permit application review and issuance.

• Maintain knowledge of all environmental areas impacting operations, including air emissions, waste and stormwater, solid and hazardous waste management, pollution prevention, emergency planning and response, groundwater protection, and hazardous chemical use as it relates to environmental management.

• Evaluate air pollution control technologies, including the technical and economic feasibility of air pollution control equipment.

• Compile and submit air and water monitoring, hazardous waste, and other environmental reports.

• Conduct permit renewal and modification activities, as required.

• Prepare and submit air permit applications and modification packages.

• Identify and approve HSEQ project plans, schedules, activities, and milestones.  Establish project staffing requirements and coordinate staffing.

• Interacts and communicates with clients and coworkers professionally and appropriately, responding to and providing feedback respectfully and positively.

• Takes the initiative to identify problems, uses judgment to find appropriate solutions, and follows through on resolving issues in a timely and professional manner.

• Supports company, department, and team efforts, actively works to generate respect and enthusiasm, cooperates with others, and actively learns from other team members.

• Reports to work on time, prepared to perform the duties of the position, and willing to perform the duties as workload necessitates.

• The employee shall comply with all applicable regulatory requirements and the Company's health, safety, environmental, and security requirements.  Employee is expected to complete required training promptly; perform duties in a safe and environmentally sound manner; and immediately report injuries/illnesses, environmental spills/releases, and any unsafe acts or conditions to supervision in support of continual improvement of The Company's health, safety, environmental, and security performance.

• Other duties may be assigned as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform the duties of this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below outline the knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies required for this position.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• B.S. Degree in Business Administration, Environmental, Health & Safety, or related Natural or Health Science degree.

• Minimum ten years’ experience in the terminal industry or chemical/heavy manufacturing.

• 5+ years of permitting/compliance experience in the petrochemical/oil & gas industry

• Knowledge of all state air regulations and permitting programs.

• Strong project management skills.

• Ability to effectively present information, communicate with, and respond to questions and complaints from co-workers, management, and customers.

• Experience working with hazardous and flammable products.

• Ability and experience in managing staff.

• Knowledge of and experience in the bulk liquid storage industry and HSEQ body of knowledge.

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical documents, general business and professional journals, governmental regulations, financial reports, and legal documents.

• Ability to apply applicable policies, procedures, and laws/regulations to operations to find creative and effective solutions. 

• Proficient in Microsoft Office software.

• Knowledge of pertinent laws, codes, and regulations (OSHA, SARA, RCRA, CAA, USCG, etc.).

• Must have the ability to travel approximately 25%.

• Ability to write reports/documents.

• Ability to interact with others in a professional and appropriate demeanor, work effectively with a diverse group of individuals, and maintain effective working relationships with staff and customers.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

• Ability to work independently with general direction from supervisor.

• Capable of reporting to work on time, prepared to perform duties of the position, and willing to perform duties as workload necessitates.

• Ability to carry out the duties of this position while helping the company to meet its mission, while adhering to policies, procedures, and regulations.

WORKING CONDITIONS / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The working conditions and environment, as well as the physical requirements and activities listed below, are representative of those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of the job successfully.  Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Working Conditions and Environment: While performing the duties of this position, the individual generally has good working conditions. The employee is often exposed to moderate noise from office equipment and co-workers.

Physical Requirements/Activities: The position requires regular physical activity, including standing, walking, sitting, reaching, carrying, and handling objects. Candidates must be able to use their hands and fingers for tasks such as typing and operating office equipment. Effective verbal communication and active listening are essential, as the role involves frequent interaction with others. This position involves sitting for approximately 90% of the workday.  Occasionally, employees are required to kneel, bend, push, pull, lift, or twist.  Occasionally, employees are required to lift or exert force of up to 10 pounds.  Intermittently, the employee is required to lift or exert force of up to 25 pounds.  Specific vision ability required is close vision of 20 inches or less.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

BWC Terminals provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.